Hanna Skandera’s Post

Black women leaders bring expertise and perspectives that boost results and impact but face wildly unrealistic expectations due to racism and misogyny. #claudinegay is the latest example. This piece is a reminder of what’s possible when we support and defend Black women leaders. https://lnkd.in/ef2bD3aW

Are you thinking of obtaining #womenownedbusiness #certification in the new year? Check out this program!

All. Of. This. Recently experienced many of her points at a broken and confused organization. Protecting my peace AND doing what was best for patients was not valued, appreciated, or encouraged. Allegedly I was hired for my expertise but those that could benefit made the choice to not listen. This year, my prayers and hope are aimed at the black men in leadership positions at corporations. Wanting to be viewed as strong and protective, I have experienced them fold under the pressures of white leaders. Speaking of having integrity and exhibiting such are two different things. Talk can be very cheap when you have employees looking to you for guidance and advocacy yet receive blame and zero support. Black women in corporate America: keep your head up! ✊🏾

Learning so much from the brilliant women on this panel discussion!

March is Women's History Month! The 2024 theme celebrates “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” by recognizing women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely from our lives and institutions. Learn more https://ow.ly/xezs50QJURp

Truth to Power! So many conversations around this issue… in so many settings… and this article is the real deal! Fund Black women led organizations. The work requires time, planning, time (!) and flexible resources. Funders need to understand and support a fair process. #fundblackfeminists

I learned a new word today: misogynoir #InternationalWomensDay2024 "The term “misogynoir” refers to a particular form of discrimination against Black women, girls, and gender-diverse people." thanks Lee Burton for sharing

CAREER - Take these steps to get ready for board service Maria Doughty, CEO of women's leadership group The Chicago Network, outlines how women can position themselves for career advancement and board service. Maria Doughty on steps to take before serving on a board - Bizwomen #women #board #nonprofit

I am excited to participate on this panel discussion!

As we enter the last stretch of Black History month and enter Women's History month I would like everyone to take a look at the theme of this year's Women's History month as it is exceptionally important and near and dear to me. As noted by the WHA the theme for this year is "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. " back in 2021 their theme was "Woman Who Refused to be Silenced. https://lnkd.in/gpszyQMf I would like people to think about this and where these things intersect. Why this is important to you as an individual for your businesses and for the ways in which you want your company to change the world and your advocacy and accessibility practices. You see, something that we must always remember all year round is that it is never a bad time to raise our sisters up and focus on amplifying their voice and supporting their visions within the workplace. There are going to be many cases on social media and out in the world in which women, non-binary people and specifically women and non-binary people of color will often be spoken over by those who hold more outdated practices in their hearts, and many of these brilliant minds end up getting pushed aside for acts that are merely performative outside of the workplace. and this is something that bugs me as somebody who is non-binary/ Indigenous Two Spirit. this theme, is something that I want people to internalize "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion" as we increase the visibility and support of the women who are the backbones and hearts of our company now more than ever. Long ago an Indigenous mentor of mine taught me something that I say in my own words and hold in my heart, and so I tell this to you "A decision made without the council of women in your midst, your equals and other half, is not a decision worth making. " "In all crucial decisions we must hear their voice and act in solidarity. Your clan mothers , those who raise you ? they look at you your entire life and know whether or not you have what it takes to be a leader. Representation is to honor and respect their spirit. Without our clan mothers input we could not make crucial decisions, whether it was where to hunt, where to fish, or whether we should go to WAR. " and while the current government of the great turtle Island does not honor these words as it should, these words are a version of something I learned long ago. ______ As a curriculum specialist for Social Optics, woven into each lesson exists a knowledge of women's rights, history, and health that comes from the strong women whom I am blessed to work with, including upcoming lessons on Woman's History Month, Perspective, and More ! Previous lessons have covered everything from self-esteem, and the ways in which we talk to ourselves internally, and even covering bodily autonomy and the importance of consent, lessons even more important now then ever.