‘Privilege blinds, because it's in its nature to blind. Don't let it blind you too often. Sometimes you will need to push it aside in order to see clearly’.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Our founder, Ngozi Lyn Cole had an interesting conversation about power and privilege with Steph Edusei, founder of Black All Year.
Building on an earlier discussion, they covered how power often operates unseen among dominant groups and the systemic advantages this creates for them in a way that excludes others. They explored how privilege manifests on multiple levels—personal, interpersonal, institutional, and systemic—and how these unearned benefits favour some individuals over others. The conversation highlights the complex layers of intersectionality, where race intersects with gender, age, and sexual orientation, to influence experiences of discrimination.
Have a listen to explore actionable strategies for challenging racism and fostering inclusivity within your organisation. We would be interested in hearing all about the strategies that have worked (and indeed not worked for you).
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