Episode 18: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Podcast

Jan 27

Melodie brings her friend, educator, and author, Kayren Gray, onto the podcast to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion.

During Kayren’s first administrative role as a Student Activities Coordinator, Kayren realized her role was to keep students connected in order to encourage their own success and dedication to education. When people feel welcome and that they belong, they are more likely to stay on course and be involved. When she became an assistant principal, she saw the push-out of young African American women from the school even more.

Kayren discusses her experience reflecting on the situation and how she went on to write The Road To Equity, started a consulting business, and non-profits. Her efforts dive deep into the meaning of diversity, equity, and inclusion and how people value and respond to each other.