Presented by LeiLani Quiray & Sheena Yap Chan: Hosted as part of the Tapestry Program Meeting, this 55-minute session is an empowering and transformative conversation designed to highlight the strengths and leadership potential within Asian communities, particularly for women.
The discussion will explore how cultural norms and stereotypes—often seen as barriers—can actually be powerful leadership qualities. By reframing narratives around Asian identity and experience, attendees will leave feeling uplifted, empowered, and confident in who they are as leaders.
Key Themes:
- Leadership & Culture: How traits commonly associated with Asian women—such as resilience, humility, and collectivism—are assets in leadership.
- Breaking Through Confidence Gaps: Examining historical and cultural influences on Asian women’s self-confidence and leadership journeys.
- Generational Trauma & Growth: Understanding how past struggles shape present opportunities and learning how to reclaim power.
- Redefining Stereotypes: Flipping the script on labels like “the quiet Asian woman” and showcasing them as strengths, not deficits.
- Action-Oriented Leadership: Introducing frameworks like “Ready. Fire. Aim.” to encourage accelerated action toward leadership success.
- Interactive Elements: A safe space for discussion, with guidelines for speaking about trauma. Audience participation to explore personal experiences and reframe limiting beliefs.
Takeaways: A one-pager with key insights and action steps. Encouragement to embrace cultural identity as a leadership superpower. This conversation will inspire attendees to stand in their power and lead authentically—because leadership isn’t about fitting a mold; it’s about owning who you are.
The WBENC Women of Color TAPESTRY Community Resource Group is an outreach and development initiative dedicated to fostering a supportive ecosystem for Asian American women entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds. All are welcome to join!
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