Imperfect Allyship

Privilege has a lot of layers. Each of us, particularly in dominant groups, often benefit from several different layers, which makes the work of unpacking our privilege incredibly important as a step towards helping to bring other voices to the table through allyship. Erica Courdae shares her wisdom on imperfect allyship as a way to get moving with this emotional work, because perfectionism tends to lead to inaction and that doesn't help anyone. In order to be healthy, we need to be connected to healthy communities and by working to help everyone be seen and heard, we can improve our communities for everyone in them. On Today's Episode of A Healthy Curiosity: What imperfect allyship is and why it's important How improving your allyship is no different than any other skill Why microaggressions, that are sometimes less overt, are no less hurtful and damaging Tips for bringing your whole self to holiday gatherings and maintaining your wellbeing Erica Courdae is an entrepreneur, coach, and consultant. She is dedicated to expanding how multicultural professionals, managers, lawyers, coaches, and creative small business owners interact with the world. Through powerful conversations meant to create dialogue and connection, Erica seamlessly challenges them to perceive their reality through a different lens. Topics including diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion make for the awareness that she uses to create mind shifts for impact. In life and in business. Erica believes talking about important and necessary topics in a safe space creates change and helps people feel comfortable, open, honest, and forward-focused. Links: She Podcasts LIVE Ruth King Connect With Erica: Website Podcast Instagram -- Learn more about the Level Up program