In this episode, Mariam sits down with the co-founder of Second Day, Phil Dearing. They talk about his new book, “Why Change Dies: Unleashing Your Potential for Social Impact.” Both founders engage in a conversation about power structures across the common domains of social change and Phil shared his inspiration on writing his book. To learn more about the book and further content, check out Phil’s website at https://www.whychangedies.com/.

Philip Dearing is an author, social entrepreneur, and consultant focused on unlocking the potential of others. He is the co-founder of Second Day, a nonprofit determined to dismantle inequitable talent pipelines into social impact. Prior to working full-time at Second Day, he worked as a Consultant at Bridgespan, where he supported the work of some of the largest foundations, nonprofits, and impact investors in the country. He also served as the Chief of Staff at College Bound Dorchester, where his work focused on reducing violence in the Boston area. Philip lives in Boston with his wife, Anne, their son, Theo, and their dog, Bella.

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