On this week's episode we are discussing Authentic Allyship with Nicole Vega! Nicole easily became a friend of mine through our mutual love for the Bachelor, but more importantly our shared love for living out our allyship. Being an ally is more of a declaration, it is a way of life, it is solidarity for those who are being marginalized and oppressed. But how do you do that you ask? Well, first you gotta listen to this podcast then you just gotta be about it! (Do not worry we will give you some tips and tricks we have learned along the way!)  Our Guest’s Bio: Nicole was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and immigrated to the US when she was 4 years old with her parents and sister. Nicole grew up in a multicultural home so early on diversity and inclusion were topics not only her family discussed, but lived them as they were becoming Americans. She worked hard to learn English and strived to feel comfortable in her new home but as a minority, Nicole always felt different and in feeling that way, she would befriend the people who might be experiencing the same. Growing up in the diverse areas of south Florida, over time and with experience and education, Nicole made it a priority to elevate and support people of color and especially the black community. Her allyship journey began in late high school and has grown and grown each year as she learns more about what it's like to dismantle unconscious bias', be anti-racist, and be more self-aware about how her language or actions either support a cause or perpetuate the wrong idea. Follow her on social media: Instagram: @nicolewithgrace Do not forget to subscribe and rate this podcast on Apple Podcast. When you are not listening to the podcast you can find us on Instagram at  @divergentperspective.

On the very first episode of Divergent Perspective, my first guest is the woman who gave me life! My mom and I sit down to answer some 'about me' questions that allow y'all to get to know me and also give you a glimpse of why I am a hypocrite. We are all imperfect humans with bias who may not always walk the talk. Example: I went to school to be a teacher because I love the kidsss... but I do not want to work with kids. I say things like 'I love having a diverse group around me.. yada yada yada', then two seconds later say most of my current friends identify as Black. I know, I know... practice what you preach Mia. Well I am here to tell y'all we are all hypocrites, and that is okay!

Divergent Perspective is a podcast made up of a community of diverse people, ready to engage in honest conversations. Each episode there will be a common point bringing us together and we will tackle it from different perspectives.The mission behind this platform is to have authentic human interaction, through every contrast or altering view. Having a divergent perspective is all about thinking in confidence, and sharing with boldness.This community is a safe space to grow and foster a better understanding of our world. We do not have to agree however there should always be room for understanding. Join us for thought provoking, laugh worthy, and challenging conversations! NEW CONTENT COMING SOON!  This is Divergent Perspective the Podcast! Follow us on social media @divergentperspective.