Successful Co-leadership in Building Equity for Asian American Communities with Anita gundanna and vanessa leung, ep. 18
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Anita Gundanna and Vanessa Leung have been advocates for the Asian American community for the bulk of their careers. As Co-Executive Directors of Coalition for Asian American Children and Families, they share how to co-lead successfully, especially in a difficult time. Anita has extensive experience in leadership positions in various non-profit organizations, where she has created strategic alliances and developed programs to effect positive change. Vanessa served as the Chair of the Panel for Educational Policy for 8 years, appointed by Mayor Bill de Blasio, and currently sits on the Advisory Panel for the Brooke Astor Fund for New York City Education
CLICK HERE to listen to our conversation on leadership in social change and the importance of leaving egos at the door.
A FEW KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE
Leadership is about leaving egos at the door and focusing on creating positive change for the community.
Good leadership requires having a vision, listening skills, and transparency, and titles should be left at the door.
Equity within systems and solidarity across communities of color are important for building a socially just society.
SHAMELESS PLUG
Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF)
QUESTION FOR REFLECTION
How can leaders and organizations work towards building racially and socially just systems that uplift and support all communities?
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE
Asian Americans for Community Involvement (AACI)
The Asian Pacific Islander American Health Forum
Asian Americans Advancing Justice
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