“Colleen is an inspired thought leader! She inspires a vision for change and is capable of articulating this vision in a succinct manner that allows others to see themselves in the change and their path to contribute. She is compassionate and empathetic while equally relentless in challenging systemic barriers lifting her voice to taking on taboo topics to encourage education and understanding on a path to equity. She is the future! ”
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What do you do if an interview question catches you off guard?
I will ask for them to repeat it or clarify. I will be honest with it it was a good question or loaded question and ask for a second to think about it. There is nothing wrong with pausing to reflect, especially if it's a big crowd or where the event is being recorded. Another thing I will do is take a sip of water as a facilitator. If the question is something that may be triggering I may state that it is and reframe it in a way that is more mindful of the impact the question may have. Not just for me but potentially others in the space.
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🙌🏾Beyond excited for this next chapter🙌🏾🙌🏾 — alongside Afropolitan Canada appointment of directors, as Chair! Looking forward to leading…
🙌🏾Beyond excited for this next chapter🙌🏾🙌🏾 — alongside Afropolitan Canada appointment of directors, as Chair! Looking forward to leading…
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This year’s Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference was my favourite one yet. Impactful delegations, great conversations with…
This year’s Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference was my favourite one yet. Impactful delegations, great conversations with…
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I really like that Immigration Partnership, Region of Waterloo is going all in for #WelcomingWeek2024 #belonging #Connections #SocialInfrastructure…
I really like that Immigration Partnership, Region of Waterloo is going all in for #WelcomingWeek2024 #belonging #Connections #SocialInfrastructure…
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Honors & Awards
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Black Excellence in Leadership Award
Laura Mae Lindo former MPP Kitchener Centre
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Top 25 DEI Person of the year
The Multicultural Group
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100 Black Women to Watch
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