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How to Advocate for Self and Others - Roleplay (Part 2)

Season #3

In this insightful interview, Gift Tshuma shares practical strategies for inclusive leadership, effective advocacy, and navigating difficult conversations in the workplace. Discover how to approach accessibility issues, support marginalized employees, and foster a more inclusive environment.

Key topics:

  • Inclusive leadership strategies
  • Advocacy and storytelling,
  • Handling difficult workplace conversations
  • Role of HR in diversity and inclusion
  • Mediation and escalation processes

Guest

Gift Tshuma (He/Him)

  • Advocacy Specialist, March of Dimes Canada
  • Co-Executive Director, Blurring the Boundaries ā€” an organization creating accessible digital instruments for people with disabilities (UK & Canada)
  • Co-Founder, Tshuma Consulting ā€” accessibility assessments, training, and strategic consulting
  • EDI Officer, The Centre for Sustainable Practice in the Arts
  • Musician & Artist ā€” R&B/Gospel singer, co-founder of United Tribulation Choir, trained in classical and jazz vocals, mentored by Oliver Jones
  • Originally from Zimbabwe, based in Canada
  • 35+ years of lived experience and 17+ years of leadership in accessibility & inclusion
  • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gift-tshuma

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