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100 — The Melody of Inclusion: Tackling Accent Bias with Aïcha Ly
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What does it take to ensure every voice, regardless of its accent, is valued and heard?
In this episode of the Greenbook Podcast, we welcome guest Aïcha Ly, Founder of SITB and Head of Consumer Insights at Opensignal, to discuss the impact of accent bias in professional and personal settings. Aïcha, originally from Senegal and now a strategic insights leader in the tech industry, shares her journey from immigrating to the U.S. at the age of nine to becoming a global speaker, business owner, and author. She delves into how accent biases can lead to discrimination and impact career advancement, highlighting the importance of voice coaching and active listening for effective communication. Aïcha also discusses the need for accent diversity training within DEI initiatives to combat these biases. By fostering an inclusive environment and addressing accent bias, researchers can engage with all participants more effectively, enriching research outcomes with diverse perspectives.
You can reach out to Aïcha on LinkedIn.
Many thanks to Aïcha for being our guest. Thanks also to our producer, Natalie Pusch; and our editor, Big Bad Audio.
*Please Note: The viewpoints shared in this episode belong to Aïcha and do not necessarily reflect the stance of Opensignal.
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