Periagoge
Scenario

When representation becomes burden rather than progress

My colleagues assume I'm the diversity hire because I'm the only Black person in my department and it's making me question my own qualifications.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Tokenism transforms professional achievement into evidence of inadequacy, forcing constant proof of worthiness that others never provide.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Adopted identity — chosen and given?”

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.