Celebrating Five Years of Accelerate Her Future
Five years ago, a vision was set in motion to redefine career development by and for Indigenous, Black, and racialized women. Today, Accelerate Her Future (AHF) stands as a thriving community and movement—one rooted in purpose and our values, a “nothing about us, without us” philosophy, and intersectional gender equity.
Intersectionality at Work: Why Gender-Only Approaches Aren’t Enough
Meet Kevonnie Whyte, an AHF Fellow and equity advocate making impactful changes in the community.
Meet Kevonnie Whyte: A Values Driven Leader Creating Impact
Meet Kevonnie Whyte, an AHF Fellow and equity advocate making impactful changes in the community.
Decoding Data Science: An Intimate Conversation with a Leader in the Financial Industry
Decoding Data Science: An Intimate Conversation with a Leader in the Financial Industry May 16, 2024 Meet Jharna Deshmukh, AHF Mentor! In the ever-evolving field of data science and analytics, the journey of an individual can offer a myriad of learnings and insights for aspiring professionals. Jharna with her extensive experience spanning nearly two decades, […]
Creating Inclusion and Belonging: Insights from a DEIB Leader in Tech
Creating Inclusion and Belonging: Insights from a DEIB Leader in Tech May 10, 2024 In the fast-paced and ever-changing tech industry, the journey toward embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) is both challenging and crucial. At the heart of this transformative journey is Shola Agoro, a DEIB leader whose dedication over the last four […]
Authenticity Unfiltered: Owning Your Voice and Strategic Self-Promotion at Work
Authenticity Unfiltered: Owning Your Voice and Strategic Self-Promotion at Work April 18, 2024 Navigating the workplace landscape looks different for Indigenous, Black, and racialized women, often demanding a delicate balance between asserting one’s presence and voice, and navigating systemic barriers. The act of ‘owning one’s voice’ and engaging in strategic self-promotion is not just about […]
Strengthening Communities Through UX Innovation
Strengthening Communities Through UX Innovation April 15, 2024 Meet Joyce Fung, a rising star in the field of user experience research and service design, dedicated to empowering communities through innovation, collaboration, and a profound commitment to positive change. With a keen eye for identifying societal gaps and a passion for problem-solving, Joyce has honed her […]
Navigating Toxic Work Environments: Recognizing the Signs in the Recruitment Process
Navigating Toxic Work Environments: Recognizing the Signs in the Recruitment Process April 2, 2024 Photo by Christina @ wocintechchat, Unsplash How do we tell if a workplace is the right one for us in the recruitment process as early-career Indigenous, Black, or racialized women? Should we accept the first offer that comes our way? As […]
Creating Impact: Why Indigenous, Black, and Racialized Women Need Sponsors
Creating Impact: Why Indigenous, Black, and Racialized Women Need Sponsors in the Workplace March 17, 2024 Photo by Christina Morillo, Pexels In the hustle and bustle of workplaces, many organizations pride themselves upon their equity, diversity, and inclusion strategies. Although commendable, one may wonder why it is so rare to find Indigenous, Black, and racialized […]
Building More Equitable Communities: An HR Leader’s Journey
Building More Equitable Communities: An HR Leader’s Journey Feb 26, 2024 Meet Fatoumata Camara, a standout Mentor at Accelerate Her Future (AHF) who has been a mentor in the Fellowship Circle since 2021. Recipient of multiple awards including Canada’s Top 100 Black Women of 2022 to Watch, Fatoumata is a leader in the spaces of […]