East Asian Heritage Month: Lived Experience & Leadership in YRDSB
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 1 min
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Episode description
In this East Asian Heritage Month episode of Tune In YRDSB, Superintendent Elizabeth Lau is joined by four East Asian-identifying staff, Rebecca Tam Nesbitt, Hilda Cosmidis, Seiji Ishiguro, and Jae Yeon (Jasmin) Kwak, for a rich, reflective conversation about identity, representation, and belonging.
Together, they explore the impact of growing up and working in educational spaces. They share stories of struggle, pride, and growth while emphasizing the importance of diverse leadership and visibility in schools.
In line with this year’s theme, Unity and Diversity: The Impact of Asian Communities in Shaping Canadian Identity, the guests reflect on personal experiences and the broader implications for students, staff, and community.
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