Menaka (MK) Shroff’s Post

"Black women in particular have always predominated in the sector—and Black women in leadership are exactly what this sector needs and should be thankful for." - Nonprofit Quarterly, Spring Issue: A Critical Report on the State of Black Woman Leadership Keecha Harris, DrPH, RD is featured in this issue alongside 16 brilliant leaders. In her piece, she shares the unique opportunity for Black women leaders caught in the midst of organizational philanthropy’s slow but inevitable reckoning and how we can capitalize on this moment to: 1. Build authentic partnerships 2. Level-set relationships 3. And, practice expansive leadership to hardwire change for generations to come. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gn9TQmw6

"Women still need so much more representation, access, and inclusion with more professional development and networking opportunities for there to be more equal footing in the business of sports, too. This momentum and this moment for women should spill over into every facet of sports." Hear from Deputy Director Kaila'Shea Menendez on why you should attend the April 11th Emerging Women in Sports Leadership Summit! https://lnkd.in/emTt3CxE

Balancing work and personal life can be challenging, and at times we may question if we're doing too much- Full time job, businesses, community service/sorority business, NJBWC, Raising two children and being a wife. It gets tough BUT seeing posts like this reminds me to Keep Sowing. So Keep sowing, Taraun! Now I ask you, how is your harvest looking? #Motivation #KeepGoing #WorkLifeBalance

In the spring of 2021 we held pilot meetings in the Northeastern region of Minnesota. Soon after, in the summer of 2021 through the spring of 2022, we traveled (virtually) across rural Minnesota region by region. Then, in early fall we held meetings in the metro counties and areas. These convenings created connections with women, strategies to better support each other, explored existing formal and informal networks, and identified barriers and opportunities to overcome. Two topics that were especially discussed were woman leadership and the importance of mentorship. Additionally, in light of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, we discussed the challenges of COVID and what positives we can take forward. Our goal was to ignite action in community, leadership, civic engagement, and rural entrepreneurship, while simultaneously identifying opportunities and connecting women with each other. Check out our 100 in 100 project - https://lnkd.in/eBFz52nb

📣 What impact has Young Women Lead had on participants? Check out our new report that evaluates the experiences of past Young Women Lead cohorts, including: ✳️ Building Networks ✳️ Developing Skills ✳️ Working in Parliament ✳️ Empowerment to Make Change ✳️ Working Intergenerationally 🗣️ Young Women Lead gives young women from across Scotland an opportunity to make real change in the lives of young women and girls, while developing their leadership skills, knowledge and confidence. ➡️ Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eu_H86hy

Indeed it's not too late to grab those tickets for Women's Agenda Leadership Awards where I will be the MC. This morning, after reading the 2024 Women in the Workplace from McKinsey & Company shared on #TechDiversity ’s social page, I felt a profound mix of pride and urgency. As I prepare to MC the Women’s Leadership Awards on October 23rd, I’m reminded of the progress we've made but also of the work that still lies ahead. The report, marking its 10th year, lays bare both the advancements and the continued challenges for women in the workforce—particularly women of color. According to the report, for every 100 men promoted to manager, only 54 Black women make that same leap—a statistic that hit me hard this morning. It’s a reminder that despite our strides, systemic obstacles persist, keeping too many women from reaching leadership roles. The report also underscores how microaggressions and workplace bias continue to disproportionately affect women, contributing to burnout and disengagement. These are issues I see reflected in the stories I hear every day within our TechDiversity community. It's clear that while some companies are making strides—such as offering more flexibility and bias training—we need to push for deeper, more accountable changes, particularly around career development and mentorship. As we gather for the Women’s Leadership Awards, it’s not just a celebration of those who have made it, but a call to action for all of us to keep pushing for equity. Thanks all! supported by Commonwealth Bank

More celebration of excellence! 👏 Check out this video featuring mentee Akanksha Manna, other 21st Century Leaders, Inc. award winners and myself highlighting the incredible work these students are doing in the Inclusion category!

We asked over 200 female tech leaders what their biggest career goals were. The most common response? Inspiring and mentoring more women in the industry 💜 In our new report, those 200 women share the experiences and career advice they wish they'd had on their route to leadership. Get advice from the women leading the way: https://hubs.la/Q02JMmd60

How can those of us focused on racial equity in education and philanthropy make a greater impact and do our part to guide the nation toward justice? One way, according to SEF COO Dr. Kenita Williams, MPP, EdD is to challenge one another to find more ways to build, support and expand research-based leadership programs focused on racial equity in education. Hear more about leadership for education equity from Dr. Williams in Grantmakers for Education's latest Member Insights. https://lnkd.in/eXQUNX_e

Let’s talk about the importance of women leaders in music and the arts. Hope to see you there!