The Jali, host Melyssa Barrett
Welcome to The Jali Podcast, I’m your host Melyssa Barrett. This podcast is for those who are interested in the conversation around diversity, inclusion and equity. Each week, I’ll be interviewing a guest who has something special to share or is actively part of building solutions in this space. Let’s get started!
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Episodes
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Dr. Raymona H. Lawrence discusses creating a platform for businesses to repair their "broken systems" and develop a framework for integrating DEI to thrive in network marketing and the global marketplace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
President and founder of MSM Global Consulting, Maria Morukian discusses strategies and best practices used to empower organizations with long-term progress for DEI in the workplace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Author, speaker, and facilitator Ruth Backstrom discuss using facilitation methods to foster deep conversations that inspire reforms in politics and democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Founder & CEO of AAAMotivated Kehia McKinney discusses her organization’s approach to amplifying and empowering the voices of Black youths through mentorship and community engagement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Melyssa reflects on the influential work of empowering female icons who impacted American history. Even small acts can make a great impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Chapter President Elizabeth Baker and Social Action Chair Stephanie Eubanks Wright, from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Tracy Area Alumnae Chapter, discuss the organization’s legacy, purpose, and platform for engaging in social action outreach to educate communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Representatives of the Prince Hall Masons, Right Worshipful GM Assistant Charles Johnson and Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Master for the State of California David San Juan, share the history of the oldest African American organization and its social impact on accelerating civil rights in America. To learn more visit https://www.mwphglcal.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Imani Kuumba of Omega Psi Phi shares the history of the fraternity’s motto and principles and explains the origin and significance of stepping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Lonnie Holmes of Alpha Phi Alpha shares the history of the first intercollegiate Black fraternity, starting a campus chapter at San Francisco State University and the organization’s impact on African American culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
In collaboration with the Stockton, CA Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, Adrienne Livingston, Dr. Stephany Powell, and Akkia Pride-Polk discuss the local and global impacts of human trafficking, when you should start talking to kids about it, how to recognize the warning signs, and what you can do to help stop it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices