The Leading Ladies of Economic Development
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The JEDI Framework and Empowering Underserved Communities │Shani Harvie and Rita Veleta

October 4th, 2024

Today we’re joined by New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division Director and JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) practitioner Shani Harvie and JEDI Coordinator Rita Veleta. We'll delve into their inspiring journeys, the impact of the pandemic on minority communities, and the essential role of DEI in economic development.

*In this episode, we explore:
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  • The concept of "targeted universalism"
  • The importance of community-centered events
  • What is JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)?
  • Progressive policies vs. state bans
  • Diverse, resilient, and inclusive leadership models

Quotable

“Imagine a world where anyone can create a business and not have these huge hurdles and so much hardship trying to access capital and resources. We need to learn how to take people seriously and give them the opportunity. And why do we do that differently depending on people's demographic backgrounds?"

*Resources and Links
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New Mexico Economic Development Department
Connect with Shani Harvie
Connect with Rita Veleta