WP E76 Teresa Oakley-Smith - #WisdomPersonified - conversations with Dudu Msomi

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Equality is treating everyone the same. But equity is taking differences into account, so everyone has a chance to succeed, says Jodi Picoult.

Speaking to Teresa Oakley-Smith, a pioneer in diversity and change management in South Africa in today's insightful episode. You cannot, but talk about equality and equity in the context of transforming workplaces and society.

Teresa Oakley-Smith aptly puts it, "Being a pioneer means forging ahead, not knowing exactly where you're going, but having faith in the journey."
She is a psychologist and former academic, who has successfully carved a path and dedicated herself to fostering #transformation, #diversity, #equity and #inclusion in South Africa.
She founded Diversi-T in 1993 specialising in transformation and diversity training. With degrees from the University of Wales and the University of the Witwatersrand, Teresa blends academic rigor with practical expertise. Her research, dialogues, and leadership on governmental commissions aim to foster mutual respect and productivity across diverse workplaces, transcending racial, gender, and cultural divides.

Until the episode of Wisdom Personified Conversations with Dudu Msomi. Wishing you a prosperous, fulfilling and joy-filled 2025.

#elonmusk #DEI #dudumsomi #teresaoakleysmith #racism #unconsciousbias #apartheid #SouthAfrica
31 Jan 2025 English Explicit South Africa Spirituality · Philosophy

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