#33 Turning Exclusion into Inclusion with Dr. Linet Mera

Do you remember way back when you were picked on you for being different? When they bullied you because you didn’t fit in? And sure, you eventually found people who accepted you, but deep down you never quite got over that feeling of exclusion. Join us as we delve into the journey of Dr. Lynette Mera, a diversity, equity, and inclusion expert, who shares her compelling story of overcoming exclusion and building inclusive environments in workplaces and beyond.

This episode is packed with invaluable insights for people struggling with feeling marginalized, unseen, or unheard in their professional journey. Learn actionable strategies to advocate for yourself, create safe spaces, and foster equitable and diverse communities. 

 

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About Dr Mera:

Dr. Linet Mera (she/her) is a fierce advocate for inclusion. Her mission at the Unconscious Bias Project is to empower leaders with inclusive programs that foster diversity so they can lead with impact and leave fear  behind. We all know that discrimination is field-agnostic, that's why her team helps leaders in any field and teams of any size get the tools and support they need to make the changes they want to see. 

Linet believes inclusion is a choice and in order to make the change we want to see in our world, we must all take up the challenge to act. 

If you are ready to make change, email her to book a call. Mention Be the Wolf to get a 5% discount on your first workshop.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:28 Understanding Inclusion and Diversity 07:22 Personal Experiences of Exclusion 19:21 Navigating Academic Challenges 23:42 Navigating Graduate School Applications 24:51 Overcoming Self-Doubt and External Criticism 25:47 The Application Process and Acceptance 28:10 Imposter Syndrome in Graduate School 31:59 Advocating for Diversity and Inclusion 39:55 The Birth of the Unconscious Bias Project 40:48 Empathy and Power in Leadership 46:04 Final Thoughts and Encouragement