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Scenario

Why being the token feels impossible to navigate

I'm the diversity hire on this committee and everyone knows it but we all pretend it's about my qualifications and I don't know whether to lean into it or fight against it.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The double bind of needing representation while being reduced to representation.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Systemic racism — structure and experience?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.