Healing the Harms of Racism with JD Mass - Ep60

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Leading Visionaries Podcast, hosted by the insightful Anjel B Hartwell! In this thought-provoking episode titled "Healing the Harms of Racism with JD Mass," we dive deep into a conversation with special guest JD Mass, an impassioned activist and entrepreneur.Raised in a diverse community in St. Louis, JD has witnessed firsthand the effects of discrimination and racism, experiences that have fueled his life’s mission to bring about conscious change. JD shares his journey and the pivotal moments that led him to author his transformative book, Race For What?, which offers seven steps to healing the harms of racism and creating a more humane world.Throughout the conversation, JD discusses his enduring commitment to vision and leadership, tracing back to his childhood days as a dreamer. He explains how his educational background in organizational psychology has shaped his strategies for activism and community change. Discover what it means to redefine racism, explore the systemic aspects that perpetuate inequalities, and learn actionable steps that each of us can take to foster a collaborative and inclusive future.JD also unveils his holistic vision for a more humane society and shares the upcoming initiatives he is working on, including a new online course aimed at helping young adults navigate and dismantle ingrained systems of oppression.During this episode, we’ll cover:The roots of JD's passion for activismA critical redefinition of racism and its implicationsJD's seven-step framework for healing and societal changeChallenges and insights from JD's entrepreneurial journeyThe importance of education and community collaboration in effecting changeJoin us as we explore what it truly means to be a leading visionary in today's world and how anyone can take inspired action towards a more just and humane society.Don't forget to visit raceforwhat.com for more information on JD Mass and his ongoing projects. Be sure to subscribe, download, and review the podcast, and share this episode with those who are on a path to creating conscious change in their communities.What You Will LearnWhat sparked JD Mass's profound curiosity about the root causes of bigotry and racism?How did JD Mass's upbringing in a diverse community influence his understanding of racism and discrimination?What are the seven steps to healing the harms of racism that JD outlines in his book "Race For What?"How does JD Mass define racism differently, and what key aspects does he highlight about its impact?What role does competition play in perpetuating racism, according to JD Mass?How does JD Mass propose we shift from a culture of competition to one of collaboration and humanity?In what ways does JD Mass envision using organizational psychology to help address and heal the harms of racism?What strategies does JD Mass suggest for repairing the psychological and economic harms caused by systemic racism?How does JD Mass envision involving and reaching young adults, particularly college-age individuals, in his activism and healing initiatives?What challenges has JD Mass faced in funding his initiatives, and what approaches is he taking to overcome them?Connect with JD MassJD’s WebsiteJD Mass on LinkedinConnect with Anjel B. Hartwell Leading Visionaries Podcast

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