Mary Haddock-Staniland: Being unapologetically me

About this episode

Mary Haddock-Staniland discusses her experiences as a trans woman in Aotearoa and her advocacy work in DEIB.

Mary Haddock-Staniland, a vibrant and powerhouse wāhine! Mary is a Global DEIB advocate, Aotearoa’s first C-Suite-level Chief People and Inclusion Officer, and an Ambassador for Lifeline, just to name a few! This kōrero is truly incredible. We kōrero about being a trans-women in Aotearoa, the difference between equality and equity, leaders showing up for their people, her mahi with Lifeline, being a hyper-curious human, ways to foster connection, why she doesn't work with assholes- AND SO MUCH MORE! A cup-filling kōrero and one we hope you enjoy!

People in this episode

Guest: Mary Haddock-Staniland

Topics covered

• trans rights
• DEIB advocacy
• leadership
• mental health
• connection
• equality vs equity

Keywords

• trans women
• DEIB
• Aotearoa
• leadership
• Lifeline
• connection
• equality
• equity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lifeline

Places: Aotearoa

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