In this powerful exchange between Lisa Cunningham, Director of Digital Media and Public Health, and your host Amber Cabral, a clear message emerges - a call for cities to adopt inclusive policies, such as gender-neutral restrooms, and for society as a whole to recognize the profound impact of storytelling.
Lisa's journey as a storyteller kicks off in the dynamic world of music videos and entertainment, where she witnessed firsthand the incredible power of storytelling in shaping culture. But her evolution into a more profound form of storytelling reveals her remarkable ability to make a genuine impact on people's lives and well-being.
This episode then takes a turn, shining a light on the ongoing challenges for LGBTQ communities across different U.S. cities. You'll notice disparities in legal protections and opportunities, with Atlanta emerging as a beacon of progress, while just a short 30-minute drive away in Roswell, Georgia, LGBTQ individuals continue to face significant hurdles. This chat also gets personal as we explore the daily struggles faced by gender-nonconforming individuals, from something as basic as restroom access. This recognition is what nurtures empathy and understanding for diverse perspectives, reinforcing the need for change and education to ensure equal rights and access for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Get ready to journey into the world of storytelling, equity, and the transformative power of making a difference, leaving you with plenty to think about and be inspired by.
KEY POINTS:
-Stories have the potential to educate, inspire, and impact change
-Your own experiences shape the stories you tell and how you see the world
-Embrace diverse stories for your growth and inclusivity
-Minor infrastructure changes can make a big difference in your life
-Acknowledge your privilege, use it for good and amplify voices
-Past issues persist driving you to strive for a fairer, equal society
-Explore allyship, and support the LGBTQ community, small impactful actions matter
QUOTABLES:
"I don't want to just be preaching to the choir." Lisa Cunningham
"We have to learn that sometimes our identities are rooted in the same old story." Lisa Cunningham
"Just keep equity top of mind in your everyday life." - Lisa Cunningham
"It is the narrative. It's the narrative that has to change." - Amber Cabral
GUEST INFORMATION:
Lisa Cunningham
IG | @captcunningham
Twitter | @captcunningham
Facebook | captcunninghamatl
LinkedIn | captcunningham
Amber Cabral
IG | @bamcabral
LinkedIn | @ambercabral
Facebook | @amber.cabral
Twitter | @BamCabral
Grab a copy of Amber’s books at Amazon!
Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture
Guilty Privilege is produced by EPYC Media Network
Wow! I couldn’t get enough of this. Wished it were longer. The conversation is real, authentic and can absolutely be life changing if you soak the info in. Just finished listening to the episode with Tieko Nejon on emotional intelligence and Amber asked the best questions. Tieko answered so thoughtfully and broke it allll the way down for us. Kudos to both of you. I am sharing this podcast with so many people.
WOW! I am always enthralled by the conversations had and topics discussed on this podcast. As someone who rarely feels motivated or inspired, I am so grateful to have found this podcast. I have shared this podcast with so many people in my life as each episode offers a brilliant mind’s insight. This past episode I had to pull over and just allow myself to feel the the feeling of motivation and then gratitude. This show doesn’t present itself as a self help podcast, nor does it attempt to—for lack of a better word— preach to it’s audience. However, every episode I find myself unapologetically happy with myself. I find myself sharing this podcast hoping others feel this feeling. Having access to this podcast is one privilege I absolutely refuse to feel guilty for—and boy what a privilege it is!
Amber has a genuine ability to bring out the authentic aspects of topics that many of us must want to sit down and have a conversation about! Refreshing, compelling and yes, entertaining — can’t wait for each episode to drop and I even feel more equipped to expand on these topics in my own circle!
I took away so much from this episode. The biggest is recognizing our true enemy. Also, equity is about choices. We have them and we can choose how to use our privilege.
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