Bridging Barriers: Cultural Ambassador & Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
I am a Haida Two Spirited womxn, and as a Cultural Ambassador, my role is to provide cultural resources, education, and support with the objective of shifting perspectives around the meaning of inclusion and equity.
Cultural Ambassadorship is a powerful role that comes with a range of benefits and responsibilities.
Culture: Your Greatest Business Asset
Understanding the power of culture is essential because it directly impacts your business's success. A strong and positive culture can initiate innovation, creativity, and adaptability, keeping your organization competitive in an ever-evolving business environment. It enhances teamwork, cooperation, and alignment towards shared objectives, leading to improved productivity and customer satisfaction.
K'waahlghlda: The Wisdom of the Sea
At the core of K'waahlgahlda is a mission that beats with a powerful rhythm: to live heart first and turn barriers to bridges. For me, this mission is personal. It's about creating bridges between minority and majority peoples, eliminating divisions, and celebrating the beauty of differences. In every ripple of K'waahlgahlda, there's a heartbeat—a rhythm that echoes the journey of my life, and the mission to issue an invitation to change tide your tide, and open hearts to new opportunities and perspectives.
Sailing Through Business Challenges with a Cultural Ambassador
In the unpredictable landscape of business, challenges are bound to arise, irrespective of economic conditions. However, these challenges are often untapped opportunities for transformative change and growth. This article delves into the three common problems that can negatively affect businesses and explores how a Two-Spirited Cultural Ambassador can be the beacon of change in this journey.
The Red Road: Celebrating Wisdom and Culture
My journey on the Red Road started unexpectedly. It's not about sobriety for me, as I haven't struggled with substances, but something else ignited the flame.
After my daughter's birth, vivid and intense dreams began to wake me in the night. These dreams were like whispers from a world beyond. I turned to my family and Elders, seeking their guidance and wisdom.
Allyship: Eliminating Divisions and Celebrating Differences
In our ongoing journey through Truth and Reconciliation, the concept of allyship stands as a powerful bridge, connecting the narratives of Indigenous communities with those eager to listen, learn, and support. To be an ally is to take intentional steps towards understanding and acknowledging the injustices faced by Indigenous peoples without flinching.
Barriers to Bridges: The Journey of Truth & Reconciliation
In our changing world, healing is more than a destination—it's a profound, sometimes emotional journey. It's a path marked by historical wounds, injustices, and divisions that continue to cast shadows over our lives. "Small steps towards healing" are like conscious, courageous actions, slowly paving the way for change.