013 Paul R. Johnson: A Journey to Allyship: The Exploration of Self-Love and Racial Identity in Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice (DEIJ)

My amazing guest for today’s episode is Paul Johnson.

Paul Johnson is a status quo questioner, institutional barriers buster, aspiring ally who is passionate about developing white men into becoming more inclusive leaders. 

He holds a Master's in Leadership, is a Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, a Qualified Administrator in the Intercultural Development Inventory, and a YWCA Racial Justice Facilitator.

Paul is also the co-host of The Modern White Man, a podcast that explores the roles white men can play in diversity, inclusion, equity and justice work.

During our time together, Paul shares:

• What being an aspiring ally means to him
• His personal evolution from feeling guilt and shame to fostering self-love and self-acceptance
• The importance of racial identity awareness in the continuous journey toward effective allyship
• The complexities and intricacies of culture and racial identity as a white man engaged in DEIJ work
• The critical role white men play in supporting the advancement of DEIJ work
• How to support marginalized communities without imposing and/or overstepping

I hope this episode inspires you to reflect on your own journey, recognize the power and importance of allyship, and your role in creating an inclusive and equitable world.

Connect with Paul:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulroderickjohnson/

Books Paul Recommends on Race & Social Justice:

• My Grandmother's Hands by Resmaa Menakem
• Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria by Beverly Daniel Tatum
• How to Be Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi
• White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
• We Will Not Cancel Us Adrienne Marie Brown
• Social Change Now: A Guide for Reflection and Connection by Deepa Iyer

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