EP 29: Representation and Making Space in Public History

Representation matters.  Seeing people like yourself within your profession, in leadership roles, and succeeding in their work can make a huge impact on the careers of new and emerging professionals. In today's episode I talk about the lack of diversity within public history, archives, and the heritage field more broadly.  I also provide examples of ways to make space for marginalized folks in your work. I would love to hear how other people challenge the status quo within their field or workplace, leave a comment or send me a message on Twitter. Mentioned in this episode: -NCPH So White? -Gregory Rosenthal, Roanoke made me queer again -Radiah Harper,  25 Ways to See and Act on Decentering Whiteness in Museums -Michelle Caswell and Gracen Brilmyer, "Identifying and Dismantling White Supremacy in Archives" poster.