This week’s guest contributor is business strategist Michele Price (LinkedIn | Women Leading the Collaboration Revolution, more info. at the bottom of this email)
Like the vibrant, intricate patterns of a tapestry, our world is woven together by a multitude of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Yet, amidst this beauty lies a stark contrast—the persistent threads of gender inequality that must be unraveled.
As a mixed-race individual, I've felt the tug of multiple cultures shaping my identity and guiding my approach to collaboration. Balancing these cultural influences has taught me the importance of embracing diversity and fostering inclusive environments.
By recognizing the intersectionality of our struggles—the ways in which factors like race, class, sexuality, and ability intertwine—we can create a rich, resilient fabric of empowerment.
Intersectional feminism invites us to weave our unique stories together, amplifying our collective strength and paving the way for lasting change.
How can we cultivate a collaborative and intersectional feminist spirit in our spaces?
Engage in open dialogue: Share our diverse experiences, listen actively, and learn from one another. My friend's journey as a trans woman of color has broadened my understanding of the challenges faced by those at multiple intersections.
Create inclusive environments: Nurture spaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic selves. In one such space, I witnessed a colleague's heartfelt presentation on disability rights, sparking a powerful conversation on ableism and fostering empathy.
Leverage shared resources: Join forces with other feminist groups and initiatives, maximizing our impact by pooling knowledge, expertise, and networks. By collaborating with a local Indigenous women's organization, we addressed pressing issues and elevated marginalized perspectives in our community.
Uplift marginalized voices: Use positions of privilege to amplify those who have been historically overlooked, weaving equity into the very fabric of our society. When a friend organized a panel featuring diverse women entrepreneurs, it inspired attendees to dream bigger and challenge the status quo.
Encourage allyship: Build alliances with individuals and groups committed to gender equality, recognizing the interconnected nature of our struggles. Together, we've rallied for reproductive rights, organized workshops on workplace equity, and elevated intersectional voices in our activism.
Collaboration rooted in intersectional feminism empowers us to challenge systemic barriers and drive enduring social change. By combining our voices and perspectives, we can support one another, tackle complex issues, and cultivate a culture that thrives on our collective strength.
As we embark on this collaborative journey, consider these questions:
Am I seeking diverse perspectives and experiences?
How can I leverage my privilege to uplift marginalized voices and advance our shared cause?
Are my actions fostering a more inclusive and empowering environment for everyone?
Together, we are a force to be reckoned with—an unstoppable wave of progress and transformation. By embracing intersectionality and nurturing alliances, we can create a world that champions equality, challenges injustice, and amplifies the voices of the marginalized.
Let's weave a brighter, more equitable future for all! It will be how we experience “75% deliberately silenced voices at ALL decision-making tables, everywhere.
Michele Price is a multi-racial (Choctaw/Cherokee/Celtic) leader who brings a revolutionary indigenous mindset-social justice lens to her content and work. She serves as a leadership advisor to business owners and CEOs to calibrate and anchor their emotional rhythms to grow their businesses.
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