S6E10: Lived Experiences and Bi-Cultural Identity with Nadia Ali

Today’s guest is a close friend and colleague who leads with
purpose and compassion. Nadia Ali is a change-maker who isn’t
afraid to call you in while exuding kindness and intention. Nadia
brings her full cultural self into all of her interactions and is
dedicated to inclusivity and equity as a thread throughout her
life and work.


 


Some favorite quotes: 


“That's my passion, how do we, how do we create spaces for our
kiddos across our communities to feel confident in their
identities and feel supported in those identities in the ways
that they want to express themselves.”


“I just really hope that all of our future generations can
confidently step into their own identities with less barriers.”


“When we are empathic and compassionate, it leads to connection
and vulnerability, more collaboration, which leads to more
productivity, which leads to stronger teams and communication.”


 


Highlights and key talking points in today’s
conversation:


Identity and the role it plays in one’s awareness of their
power and uniqueness

Showing up in the world as a visibly Muslim woman with a
bi-cultural identity

Safe vs. Brave spaces

Work/life balance within your work in the DEI/JEDI space



 


More about Nadia Ali and her work:


 


Nadia is Founder and CEO of Idea Labs, a mission-driven
consulting firm advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the
workplace and across communities through training, leadership
coaching and organizational strategy. She has over 20 years of
experience spanning program management, coalition building,
leadership development, community outreach, and health and racial
equity. In her spare time, Nadia loves spending time with friends
and family, traveling, cooking and baking, being outdoors with
her husband and two children, and building community.


 


Connect with Nadia Ali


Website: www.idealabsinaction.com


Instagram: @idealabsinaction, @grocerytogarnish






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you to Nadia Ali for sharing her expertise and experience.


 


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