City of Canterbury Bankstown’s Post

VOICES of Black Women is a collective commitment to understanding and improving the health of Black women across the nation. Your voice today can change our collective future forever. Take action today by: 1. Enrolling for the study at https://lnkd.in/exYPaExy 2. Sharing this important study with 3 Black women in your life.

The difference between success and the struggle is access to information and the knowledge required to know what to do with that information. This includes knowing how to manage your business, knowing what is required to become banakable, and knowing how to compete for your customers. Connect your network with those willing and able to smoothe the way so that you can compete and win.

While I hope all women are paying attention, I really am going to need my Latina sisters to listen hard in here: WE ARE THE LEAST REPRESENTED GROUP ON U.S. PUBLIC COMPANY BOARDS!!!*** Not a fan of the extra exclamation marks (or yelling in all caps) but come on...we cannot let this continue like this. For-profit boards are not a monolith, there are many different kinds (and thus different paths in) and knowledge is power here. Expect to hear a lot more from me here on this topic. I have a feeling a lot of what's missing is road maps to help us understand how this world works and also information beyond just publicly traded boards. Who here is on a board and can share their story about how they got on? Let's crowdsource this wisdom please 🙏 ***thank you Ozzie (Oswaldo) Gromada Meza and Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) for this stat and your work. #LatinasOnBoards #NextEconomy #LatinxHeritageMonth #LatineHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritageMonth

Really strong piece here from Shyamantha Asokan:

So many have drank the Kool-Aid – #two_tier_Keir took the knee, privileged Columbia undergraduates cosplayed as Gazans, the Los Angeles fire chief proclaimed her devotion to DEI, as though anyone would give a moment’s panicking thought to a firefighter’s gender when their house is ablaze. Governments tried to legislate for diversity, businesses talked themselves – or were gaslighted – into believing they should go woke or risk going broke. UK public authorities began spending over £500 million of taxpayer money a year on diversity and inclusion jobs, while US companies were pumping hundreds of billions into “driving racial equity”. For years, those of us who dared warn that the dogma of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) was destroying rather than upholding Western values of #meritocracy and #equality were denounced as bigots, far-right etc who needed to get with the programme. Woke culture warriors subverted our institutions, embedded the doctrine of social justice in our companies, cancelled academics – yet claimed to occupy the moral high ground because they were creating a “fairer” and more “tolerant” society. Despite all the evidence to the contrary, they insisted we had never been more prejudiced. They foisted on us the imperative of “equity”: equality not of opportunity, but of outcomes. And now The Donald has issued an executive order directing state agencies to recognise only two sexes. ce - I ask...how the hell did we get here that a government in the 21st C, needs to enforce a biological fact..as if there arent many other prevailing challenges to think about. - Trump administration will also review and possibly end “discriminatory programs” such as environmental justice grants and diversity initiatives. Already, he’s fired the female leader of the US Coast Guard over concerns about her excessive focus on DEI policies. This re-embracing of meritocracy has elicited opprobrium from the usual suspects: the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), America’s largest LGBTQI+ advocacy group, has vowed not to be “intimidated” – but they look to be battling against the tide. Good for Trump, and good luck to America. But Britain is surely a lost cause. Labour cannot conceive of amending the 2010 Equality Act which underpins DEI, they want to take it a step further with a Race Equality Act in some time-wasting, tautological attempt to beef-up our anti-discrimination #laws. Part of the problem is that we now send too many not-very-bright people to university, where campuses are often insufferably woke and standards painfully low. As a consequence, we are creating a generation of young people qualified for professional jobs but unable to find them. But DEI fills the gap, providing well-paid sinecures for these “educated” elites to fill. They won’t let them go lightly. In the US, DEI is dying. Over here, it’s Britain that’s pegging out. https://lnkd.in/emRRdDUz

🌟 Empowering Women's Month Reflection 🌟 In honor of Women’s Month, I'd like to shine a spotlight on an eye-opening article titled "America’s Most Unequal City Does Not Trust Black Women to Lead." Published in 2020, this piece delves into the systemic barriers that hinder progress and perpetuate inequality, particularly in Atlanta. The excerpt from the article highlights a stark reality: "The institutions designed to solve inequality are unequal, preventing Atlanta from living up to its own greatness." This statement serves as a powerful call to action for all of us to confront the disparities and biases that persist in our society. As we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women this month, let's also recommit ourselves to breaking down barriers and empowering all women, especially Black women, to lead and thrive. It's time to create a more just and equitable future for everyone. Read the full article here: [https://lnkd.in/dWK6-Q2y] #WomensMonth #Empowerment #Equality #AtlantaStrong 💪🏾

🌟 Kicking Off 2025 with Gratitude 🌟 As we step into a new year, The Williams Collective is honored to share an exciting milestone: our (Brianna Clark-Williams, Ph.D. + Michael R. Williams, EdD) first published work together through the National Center for Institutional Diversity's Spark Magazine at the University of Michigan. Our essay, "Because She’s Black: Misinformation, Misogynoir, and the Burden We Give Black Women," is featured in their series addressing Life After the Elections. This piece delves into the intersection of race, gender, and societal expectations, encouraging readers to reflect and engage in critical discourse as we navigate these pivotal years ahead. The 2024 elections were a defining moment for many, sparking conversations about civic engagement, community leadership, and the future of equity. Our contribution aims to inspire dialogue and action, fostering an inclusive and transformative path forward. As we celebrate this achievement, we extend our gratitude to the National Center for Institutional Diversity for providing a platform to amplify these crucial discussions. If you’re seeking support, collaboration, or consulting opportunities in the realms of equity, education, or systemic transformation, The Williams Collective is here to explore possibilities with you. Here’s to a year of impactful partnerships, meaningful change, and continued growth. Let’s journey together toward a brighter future. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts! 🔗 [https://lnkd.in/eKkNptTp] #TheWilliamsCollective #EquityAndInclusion #ConsultingWithImpact #LifeAfterTheElections #SocialJustice #2025Goals #MisInformation #BlackWomen

Beyond the incredible opportunity to capture our thoughts and perspectives in this essay, I am deeply grateful to have been able to create this work with my life partner. When I set out to earn my doctorate, I knew it came with a responsibility—a calling to give voice to stories often deemed taboo and to challenge narratives that too often go untold. This essay, "Because She’s Black: Misinformation, Misogynoir, and the Burden We Give Black Women," is a reflection of that commitment. Published through the National Center for Institutional Diversity's Spark: Elevating Scholarship on Social Issues, this piece isn’t just about telling a story—it’s about sparking necessary conversations and inspiring critical discourse as we navigate what comes next. These past few months have been a powerful reminder that if not me, then who? If not us, then who? I’m honored to do this work, not just for the impact it may have, but for the partnership and purpose it represents. To my life partner, my co-author, my co-creator (Michael R. Williams, EdD)—thank you for walking this journey with me. As we move forward, my hope is that this essay allows others to reflect, engage, and step into their own “if not me, then who” moments. Here’s to amplifying the voices that need to be heard, telling the stories that matter, and continuing the work that we know is bigger than us. 🔗 [https://lnkd.in/e_ecYWWB] #Gratitude #EquityAndInclusion #Misogynoir #SparkScholarship #IfNotMeThenWho #StorytellingForChange

📅 On This Day: September 8, 1917 🎉 TR at the Opening of the Second New York State Suffrage Campaign On this day in 1917, Theodore Roosevelt addressed a group of men and women at Sagamore Hill to mark the opening of the second New York State suffrage campaign. This significant event highlighted TR’s support for the women’s suffrage movement and his commitment to equal rights. 🗣️ About the Campaign: The second New York State suffrage campaign was a pivotal movement advocating for women’s right to vote in New York. Despite earlier efforts, women had not yet secured the right to vote, and this campaign aimed to change that by galvanizing public support and pushing for legislative change. 🔑 TR’s Role: • Support for Women’s Rights: Theodore Roosevelt was a strong advocate for women’s suffrage, believing that women should have the same rights and responsibilities as men in shaping the nation’s future. • Public Advocacy: By speaking at the opening of the campaign, TR used his influence to draw attention to the cause, urging both men and women to support the suffrage movement. • Leadership and Vision: Roosevelt’s support for suffrage was part of his broader vision for a more inclusive and democratic society, where all citizens had a voice in governance. 🌟 Impact of the Campaign: The efforts of the second New York State suffrage campaign, bolstered by influential figures like TR, ultimately led to success. In November 1917, New York State granted women the right to vote, marking a significant victory for the suffrage movement and setting the stage for the national suffrage victory in 1920. #OnThisDay #TheodoreRoosevelt #Suffrage #WomensRights #NYStateSuffrageCampaign #AmericanHistory #TR #EqualRights #SagamoreHill