Amplifying Voices and Impacting Communities

In this 2020 re-release of episode 5, Dr. Damary Bonilla Rodriguez, emphasizes the importance of finding every opportunity to be a voice, make a difference, and positively impact others. She emphasizes that regardless of the scale of the opportunity, whether it be on a smaller or larger platform, it is crucial to find one’s space to create positive change.

 

Dr. Damary shares her own experiences and examples of how she has utilized various opportunities to make a difference. She mentions being the director of the New York chapter of the leaders of color training program, where she uses her expertise and background to prepare Black and Brown leaders for political office and connect them to networks and resources. She also mentions being a commissioner for the Poconos region on Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf’s commission, where she contributes to improving the lives of underserved and disenfranchised communities.

 

Dr. Damary acknowledges that serving in public capacities and being a public leader can bring numerous challenges and scrutiny. However, she urges individuals to be prepared for these obstacles and not let them hinder their representation and advocacy for others. Dr. Damary believes that there is a need and a space for individuals to advocate for others while managing different priorities.

 

 

This episode covers:

[00:01:22] Overcoming adversity and negative statistics.

[00:06:13] Serving underserved communities.

[00:08:54] The power of speaking up.

[00:13:11] Finding your unique voice.

 

 

Read the full blog post: https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/amplifying-voices-impacting-communities/

 

 

Do you want more out of life? Are you ready to live boldly in pursuit of your dreams?

 

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Deneen is a Women’s Motivational Speaker, the Creator & Host of the Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation (formerly An Intimate Conversation with Women of Color) Podcast, which she launched in 2020 and a Dream Lifestyle Coach.

 

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Connect with Dr. Damary M. Bonilla-Rodriguez

 

Email: drdamarybonillarodriguez@gmail.com

Website: https://drbonilla-rodriguez.godaddysites.com

X/Twitter: https://x.com/Damary4lider?s=09

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClEn6IAzeHnofQypclVbG0Q

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdamarybonillarodriguez?utm_source=qr&igsh=MWM3OWFiYm5iaHA3

 

Listen to these episodes next:

 

• This Alpha Female Does Not Ask Permission
• https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/this-alpha-female/
• Your Voice is Your Power
• https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/use-your-voice/
• The Power of Using Your Voice
• https://www.womenofcoloranintimateconversation.com/your-voice-is-needed/

 

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