Have you ever "code switched"? What is "code switching"? Dr. Liza Talusan has made a career of helping individuals and organizations build their skills in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and leadership. As a Filipina-American woman, Liza remembers growing up in a "sea of White people", where oftentimes her peers marginalized her for being one of the few People of Color in the town. Her life split into two worlds: acting as "White Liza" during the week and celebrating her Filipina culture on the weekends. This dual identity is practiced by more People of Color than you may realize. While code switching sounds like a super power where individuals can blend into multiple cultures, side effects may include losing connection to one's culture, loss of self-esteem, and lack of belonging in the world.

Check out Liza's New book: The Identity-Conscious Educator: Building Habits and Skills for a More Inclusive School