In this episode, I speak with Dr. Monique Kelly an  Assistant Professor at the Michigan State University. Monique is a former track athlete from Kingston, Jamaica. 

We dive into aspects of the classism and racism debate and specific social issues initiated by Slavery and colonialism in Jamaica.  In addition, Monique tackles controversial topics such as skin bleaching and the political contribution to racism in Jamaica, and disparities in access to wealth.

Bio:
Dr. Kelly received her Ph.D. in 2019 at the University of California Irvine. She joined MSU Sociology in 2019 as one of the College's first Dean's Research Associates.
Her research broadly focuses on racial and ethnic identities, attitudes, and inequality, as well as on immigration processes connected to those social dynamics. Her current research agenda uses both qualitative and quantitative methods to investigate race, colorism, stratification, and inequality comparatively within the Anglo-Caribbean ( English Speaking) and the larger black diaspora. 
Source: Michigan State /University News.



Dr. Kelly's Publication on race:

• Jamaican Ethnic Oneness: Race, Colorism, and Inequality.  core.ac.uk/reader/224399710

References:

• Jamaica's response to the United Nations International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. https://www.refworld.org/docid/51ed188d4.html
• Dr. Carolyn Cooper's New York Times OpED ' Who is Jamaica?' https://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/06/opinion/who-is-jamaica.html
• Modern Blackness- Nationalism, Globalization, and the Politics of Culture in Jamaica (Latin America Otherwise)by Deborah A Thomas https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B00EHBS9L0&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_AQ8844E5RYXFG9VJJ

As Jamaicans, we grew up seeing our parents and grandparents toil day and night to provide. We saw working hard as a sign of strength and an avenue to success. Many did not stop to think about how the workaholic culture impacts our mental health.

In this episode, Sara Joi, a mental wellness expert and self-care advocate discusses Jamaican culture and self-care.

Sara Joi Trowers was  born and raised in Mandeville, Jamaica, and migrated to the US in 2001
She is the Director of Day Services supporting adults with disabilities and a Self-Care and & Lifestyle Blogger. 
Sara is married to her childhood friend who both attended DeCarteret College. The two have a 4-year old son who colors their world. 
Sara also has a BA in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a Masters of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Iona College.

Follow her journey on https://www.sarajoi.com/ and on Instagram : @iamsarjoi 

 My guest is former Jamaican high school athlete now turned Mental Wellness Coach and Professor, Dr. Claudia Marshall. We talk about ways to overcome imposter syndrome and step into your greatness.

We also dive into the cultural aspects of growing up Jamaican and what helps or hinders us when navigating imposter syndrome. 

Dr. Claudia C. Marshall is a Jamaican born , former athlete who persevered and achieved her  PhD in Counsellor Education and Supervision  from Auburn University.

Dr. Marshall offers several ways to work together:

SPSS Data Analysis Consulting
Dissertation Coaching 
Mental Wellness Coaching 
Personal Development Through Mentoring

Claudia's Podcast: 
Talk the Truth https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-the-truth/id1539067876

Claudia's Website:
https://marshallcoachingandmentoring.com/