As a woman of color & immigrant in higher education & career services - I have some pressing thoughts. Here goes:

A daughter of immigrants as Vice President. The first woman Vice President. The first Black woman Vice President. The first South Asian woman Vice President. 1/X

Of course, we must acknowledge that no candidate is perfect – President-Elect Biden is not perfect. Vice President-Elect Harris is not perfect. There is much work to be done to continue to move forward towards a more progressive and truly inclusive America. 2/X
We cannot back to a version of “normal” that actively excludes certain individuals based on their race, country of origin, immigration status, size, ability, experience with addiction, religion, sexual orientation, gender expression, and more. 3/X
However, it is critical that we, as members of the workforce, take note of a specific aspect of this election that cannot be ignored: the power of sponsorship. 4/X
I long for the day when women of color need not wait for a door of opportunity to open. However, our reality is that sponsorship is currently a critical element of workplace success – and I say this as a woman of color myself. 5/X
According to McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace 2020 report, “For every 100 men promoted to manager, only 85 women were promoted—and this gap was even larger for some women: only 58 Black women and 71 Latinas were promoted.” 6/X
As a White-presenting Latina, I exist with deep privilege in this space. I claim my existence as a Latina and an immigrant, and have become more vocal in naming the systems of oppression that exist within my field: career development in higher education. 7/X
I have been told, by professionals in my field, that I am “too loud,” “interested in causing problems and not affecting change,” and if I keep speaking up, I will sacrifice leadership in the field. 8/X
We could certainly unpack that, as a Latina and an immigrant, being quiet is safer and often necessary – both professionally and otherwise. 9/X
Vice President-Elect Harris was called a “rival” of President-Elect Biden’s throughout the primary season. She challenged him – including his record on progress racial issues and healthcare, and after the 2019 debates, was seen as one of his fiercest opponents. 10/X
To my fellow career services professionals: If we are to truly celebrate Kamala Harris’ remarkable Vice Presidential victory, we cannot do so without understanding our own role in sponsorship – including sponsoring the women of color who challenge and speak up. 11/X
If I serve on your board, join your committee, or become your ally, I will be speaking up. My hope is that you will still amplify my voice - and the voices of so many women of color who speak up as well. 12/12

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Once upon a time there was a Raja named Uttānapāda born of Svayambhuva Manu,1st man on earth.He had 2 beautiful wives - Suniti & Suruchi & two sons were born of them Dhruva & Uttama respectively.
#talesofkrishna https://t.co/E85MTPkF9W


Now Suniti was the daughter of a tribal chief while Suruchi was the daughter of a rich king. Hence Suruchi was always favored the most by Raja while Suniti was ignored. But while Suniti was gentle & kind hearted by nature Suruchi was venomous inside.
#KrishnaLeela


The story is of a time when ideally the eldest son of the king becomes the heir to the throne. Hence the sinhasan of the Raja belonged to Dhruva.This is why Suruchi who was the 2nd wife nourished poison in her heart for Dhruva as she knew her son will never get the throne.


One day when Dhruva was just 5 years old he went on to sit on his father's lap. Suruchi, the jealous queen, got enraged and shoved him away from Raja as she never wanted Raja to shower Dhruva with his fatherly affection.


Dhruva protested questioning his step mother "why can't i sit on my own father's lap?" A furious Suruchi berated him saying "only God can allow him that privilege. Go ask him"