Josephine Kalipeni - "Caution, Leadership May Be Bad For Your Health"

In this enlightening episode of Sticky Note Conversations, host Erika Washington engages in a profound conversation with Josephine Kalipeni, a seasoned social justice executive and strategist. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of being black women in leadership roles within the nonprofit sector. Erika and Josephine cover topics such as the systemic barriers black women leaders face, the importance of having a supportive circle, and the need to trust one's intuition. They also delve into the significance of real, actionable support from allies and the complexities surrounding leadership, resilience, and joy in advocacy work. Tune in for an honest discussion that sheds light on the personal and professional facets of leadership in social justice. (00:00) - Introduction to Sticky Note Conversations (00:09) - Make It Work Nevada: Mission and Vision (01:26) - Welcome to the Live Taping (02:01) - Erika Washington's Leadership Journey (03:37) - Introducing Josephine Kalipeni (03:56) - Josephine Kalipeni's Background and Role (08:14) - Challenges in Nonprofit Leadership (10:33) - The Reality of Being a Black Woman Leader (12:41) - Navigating Systemic Barriers (21:03) - The Importance of Allies and Support (26:49) - The Burden of Leadership (29:55) - The Weight of Leadership (30:41) - Challenges and Roadblocks (31:11) - Nonprofit Quarterly's Timely Issue (32:16) - The Struggles of Black Women Leaders (34:06) - Health Impacts of Leadership (36:27) - Reflecting on Leadership Mistakes (36:57) - The Importance of Trusting Your Instincts (38:41) - The Need for Change in Progressive Movements (40:27) - The Reality of Internal Opposition (42:32) - The Role of Funders and Allies (44:54) - Finding Joy and New Leadership Models (47:24) - Advice for Aspiring Black Women Leaders (50:42) - The Importance of a Supportive Circle (54:03) - Concluding Thoughts and Reflections