In Episode 2 of the Visible Women Podcast, we invite guest Shaunice Hawkins, author, academic, and executive, to unpack the topic of Sizeism in the workplace. Whether we are considering overt cases of discrimination in the workplace based on body size, or more subtle slights and microaggressions, the negative impact sizeism on a woman’s self-esteem, advancement possibilities and earning potential, can be significant. On this episode, Shaunice will talk about the complexity of this topic particular for women of color. She will discuss pertinent research on the topic of sizeism and the importance of understanding the personal journey for women of color in this context and of ultimately owning all of who they are.

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