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How Does Leadership Contribute to Toxic Workplace Culture?

Have you ever wondered why some workplaces feel inviting while others seem toxic? That’s workplace culture at play. Work environments are not neutral spaces and can make or break the employee experience. Although everyone at an organization has a hand in shaping workplace culture, leaders without a doubt hold the majority of that influence. There are endless amounts of leadership styles, but by and large, one stands out as the proponent of toxic workplaces: Authoritarian Hierarchies.

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What is Intersectionality?

Social justice initiatives involving intersectionality have existed since the inception of the United States. However, it wasn’t until recent years that the terminology became more widespread and commonly used. Where did this newfound popularity for intersectionality-centered conversation in social justice work come about, and what exactly encompasses the meaning of intersectionality? 

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