On June 6th, CivicAction held a space for 2020 DiverseCity Fellows to discuss the ongoing issues of systemic racism in our region. It was an exercise in vulnerability, active listening, empathy, and critical thinking on subject matter that often can be uncomfortable and difficult to address. The Fellows session focused on how diverse leaders are […]
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CivicAction Calls on Toronto Region Game-Changers for 2020 DiverseCity Fellows
TORONTO, Jan. 8, 2020 /CNW/ – Nearly 80% of Canadians say they think CEOs should take the lead on change. Yet as people look to leaders for action, decision-making tables continue to lack a rich cross-section of backgrounds, experiences or skills needed to effectively tackle tomorrow’s most pressing challenges. To change the leadership game in […]
Top 5 lessons we learned from our mentors
As our 2018 DiverseCity Fellows receive their carefully curated mentorship matches and eagerly prepare for their first meeting with their new mentors, we asked some of our former Fellows what they considered to be the most important lessons they learned from their mentorship experience. Here’s what they told us… 1. It’s ok to feel […]
Introducing the 2017 DiverseCity Fellows
For many, recent events have been a reminder of how important diverse, inclusive leadership is in building cities and spaces we all can thrive in. Yet while we know that the Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area (GTHA) is one of the most diverse regions in the world, leadership across sectors still does not reflect this. To tackle today’s big urban issues, […]