Welcome to Uncovering Belonging, a podcast that explores the professional and personal stories of unique voices on what it means to belong and the journey to finding our authentic self. Lead by leaders in the inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility space, Jade Pichette (they/them) and Erin Davis (she/her) work to create a psychologically safe space for all their guests to share their own journey to finding a sense of belonging and help listeners along the way to also be who they are.
In Part 2 of this conversation, Anishinaabe Grandmother Kim Wheatley expands on her mixed feelings about the concepts of decolonization and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). She delves into the lasting impacts of colonialism, sharing her experiences with systemic and anti-Indigenous racism, and the added burden of educating Canadians to unlearn their biases. Grandmother Kim highlights how these colonial values appear in workplaces, leaving racialized employees feeling dehumanized, undervalued, and unsafe. She also points out the progress and positive changes that some employers have implemented. Don’t miss this powerful and moving episode filled with insight, inspiration and tangible calls to action for all Treaty People (yes, that includes you).
27 Jul 2023
Heartspeak with Grandmother Kim Wheatley: Part 1
Join co-hosts Erin and Jade as they engage in a thought-provoking and heartfelt conversation with Anishinaabe Grandmother Kim Wheatley, delving into the profound themes of healing through ceremony, reclaiming Indigenous identity, and challenging the notion of "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion." In this powerful episode, Grandmother Kim fearlessly explores Canada's ongoing cultural genocide of Indigenous people and the importance of continuous learning and growth as we seek rooted truths and action toward reconciliation on stolen land. Stay tuned for Part 2 to continue this inspiring journey.
23 May 2023
Journey to Uncovering Belonging
In a captivating twist, Erin Davis (she / her) and Jade Pichette (they / them) turn the tables on themselves and ask each other the thought-provoking questions they usually reserve for their esteemed guests.
27 Feb 2023
Creating Spaces For Us - By Us with Gwenna Kadima
How does our sense of self and identity play a part in belonging? And what roles do vulnerability, humility, (and Google) play in accountability?
Award-winning, Toronto-based BIPOC Career Activator and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Consultant, Gwenna Kadima (she/her), joins co-hosts Erin and Jade to unpack the nuances of belonging, accountability, and tangible actions with big impact.
19 Jan 2023
Empathy in EDI with Jefferson Darrell
Jefferson Darrell (he/him), the founder and CEO of Breakfast Culture, joins co-hosts Erin and Jade to share some of his “Secret Sauce” when it comes to inclusion and belonging including the roles and impacts of self-reflexivity and Racial Battle Fatigue in the workplace, and how EDI consulting work can be a solutions-focused way to survive and thrive.
31 Oct 2022
History to inform DEI today with Dr. Melissa Horne
Are histories of oppression repeating themselves and if so, what role does DEI have in breaking the cycle? Co-hosts Erin and Jade are joined by PhD, DEI advocate, historian and host of the Just One Q podcast, Dr. Melissa Horne, who shares how learning about Black History and the Civil Rights Movement shaped her journey towards Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work.
16 Sept 2022
Rethinking Masculinity One Conversation at a Time with Jake Stika
What stake do men and boys have in addressing the harms caused by patriarchy? Jake Stika, Next Gen Men’s Executive Director, joins our cohosts Jade Pichette and Erin Davis in rethinking how we address misogyny, patriarchy, and toxic masculinity to create a culture of inclusion and build towards a future where boys & men experience less pain, and cause less harm.
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1 Aug 2022
Conversation Across Difference with David Lewis-Peart
How can we create belonging when we can’t talk to one another? David Lewis-Peart (he/him), community worker, corporate trainer, writer and playwright, joins our cohosts Erin Davis (she/her) and Jade Pichette (they/them) in discussing how we can talk across differences. David addresses how we can work in right relationship with one another. Audio transcript and captions are coming shortly.
20 Jun 2022
Abundance Mentality with Sithara Fernando
Co-hosts Erin and Jade are joined by Environmental Professional, Writer, Speaker, and Trekkie, Sithara Fernando, who shares her journey of finding herself and happiness within. During the discussion, she shares the power of stories to shape how we see and engage with the world around us.
17 May 2022
Being a Social Justice Worker with Deepak Kashyap
Join Jade & Erin in the series premiere episode of Uncovering Belonging, launched on the 2022 International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. Featuring our guest, Deepak Kashyap (he/him), as he shares his experiences in making the shift from a Social Justice Warrior to a Social Justice Worker, the Canadian immigration system, belongingness, intersectionality, and wellness at work and beyond.
13 May 2022
Uncovering Belonging: Land Acknowledgements
Co-hosts Jade Pichette (they/them) and Erin Davis (she/her) share Land Acknowledgements.
6 May 2022
Uncovering Belonging: Trailer
Welcome to Uncovering Belonging! Tune in to meet the show's co-hosts and hear some of the questions that they'll explore while Uncovering Belonging.
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