Breaking the Cycle Of Generational Trauma and Racism

By Alice Li, Staff Engineer at Squarespace.  I’m the daughter of a refugee whose family was tortured and executed in his native country, then arrived in the United States only to build a life plagued with targeted anti-Asian violence that continues to escalate today. Overcoming systemic oppression and inherited generational trauma is a lifelong marathon, not a sprint -- this is a mantra that I carry with me as I build my own life and career. As a woman of color in the tech industry, finding ways to advocate for myself and my colleagues is a continuous process. In this chat, I want us to reflect on: Leading with empathy and vulnerability Managing privilege guilt with true allyship Healing through sponsorship, mentorship, and coaching