In Episode 11, Tomee focuses on the challenges of doing anti-racism work in the current social and political moment. She shares insights about what is needed to move forward, including examples of what happens when leaders do not move beyond words and symbolic gestures toward sustainable action. Tomee also sheds light on actions that individuals and organizations can take.

She provides listeners with four guiding questions to use during their self-reflection.

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In Episode 10, Tomee weaves the story of her work journey and her successes, not being forged from the diversity, equity, and inclusion business case. For Tomee, her work life as an adult began before workplaces formalized diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. She raises the issues of health, safety, well-being, culturally responsive services, and the need to uphold human rights in light of many corporations moving away from DEI. Tomee also sheds light on the challenges of centring the business case for DEI.

Tomee provides listeners with guiding questions to use during their self-reflection.

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In Episode 9, Tomee discusses the impact of polarization in work, union and service environments. She shares some of the actions employers and individuals can take.

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In Episode 8, Tomee discusses 3 actions to take to embrace your dreams. She shares some of the actions she is taking to move a 30-year-old dream from an idea to an intention and now into reality. Tomee also invites listeners to think about, map out, invest, nurture and make their dreams real.

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Music Sample from singer Barbara Tucker, Think (About It) [Spen & Thommy's Summer Of Dub Mix] [Mixed]. Source: Canva.com

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In Episode 7, Tomee discusses the importance of advocating for women's professional sports, removing barriers, and inclusion practices. Tomee provides examples from her athletic journey as a former semi-professional tackle football athlete and her professional journey working with professional athletes. She also invites listeners to think about ways to address systemic intersectional forms of racism, remove barriers for women and gender non-binary athletes, and build inclusive sporting communities.

Share your comments and episode ideas with Tomee at info@tomeesojourner.com. If you are an advocate for women's sports, a professional athlete or a team owner interested in joining Tomee as a guest, please send an email.

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In Episode 6, Tomee shares five ways to embrace joy in your work and in your personal journey. She provides examples and invites listeners to develop their own process for integrating joy into their day-to-day work.

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An exciting new feature: To make this podcast more interactive, Tomee has created a Make It Make Sense with Tomee Sojourner-Campbell podcast WhatsApp Community. If you are interested in joining, use this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I3gMn78Zpyl6gDk8KHHDUX. Please note that a code of conduct and community and group guidelines apply. Posts and comments will be moderated.

#joy #housemusic #embracingchange #joyatwork #creative#expression #employee #engagement #respect #contributions #professionaldevelopment

In Episode 5, Tomee explores leading through change and offers five key leadership tips for listeners: integrity, use of discretion, recognition of contributions, decision-making, and respect and dignity.

Businesses and organizations are navigating how to create sustainable work environments where barriers are removed and belonging practices are integrated into day-to-day operations. However, the struggle to address intersectional forms of exclusion and actions to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion are a reality in today's workplaces.

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#belonging #work #ESR #goverance #leadership #integrity #decisionmaking #employee #engagement #respect #contributions #careerdevelopment #opportunities

In Episode 4, Tomee focuses on safety and accessibility at entertainment events. She shares insights about her previous experiences as a security professional and as a guest at sporting events and concerts. Tomee asks listeners who plan events and retain event security businesses to integrate an intersectional trauma-informed anti-racism and anti-oppression lens into their risk mitigation strategies, risk assessments, and client service delivery practices.

Tomee also raises the issue of body searches, consent, and trauma triggers. She questions the differential treatment members of Black/African/Caribbean communities receive at cultural events, including hip-hop and reggae concerts.

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#internationalwomensmonth #security #sports #concerts #Beyonceconcert #accessibility #genderinclusive #washrooms #services #safety