Race, Health & Happiness
Navigating professional life as a "racialized" person can be exhausting. Join Dr. O, a Public Health Physician Specialist in Toronto, as she interviews guests who are overcoming the obstacles of overt and institutionalized racism to achieve their professional goals while creating healthy and fulfilling lives. If you'd like to learn about thriving in the face of adversity while staying well, this is the podcast for you.
Race, Health & Happiness
S04E05 - Nicole Kaniki discusses growing up in South Africa, her journey from being “Coloured” to Black, and the inspiring story of her famous ancestor
Get ready to embark on a captivating journey as the Race Health & Happiness podcast continues our international theme with an extraordinary 3-part series that unravels the rich tapestry of South Africa. My exploration led me to the vibrant city of Cape Town, where I had intriguing conversations about race in the South African context. But before I transport you to the heart of the Motherland, we kick off this exhilarating mini-series right here in Canada with an exceptional guest: Dr. Nicole Kaniki.
Dr. Kaniki is an esteemed South African Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion professional and the visionary founder of Senomi Solutions Inc. In this episode Dr. Kaniki and I delve into the intricate complexities of race in South Africa, a place she describes as “a little Europe in Africa”. She tells me about her “superpower” — the art of listening — and how it has shaped her work in the. Social justice space. Additionally, she opens up about her personal experience growing up as a “coloured” person in South Africa, and eventually embracing her Black identity when she moved to North America.
I invite you to immerse yourself in this captivating first episode of our three-part series, where you will gain a deeper understanding of South Africa. So please sit back, relax, and prepare to be enthralled by the inspiring narrative that awaits you. You won’t want to miss it!
- Dr. O
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[The “Race, Health & Happiness” podcast is produced with the support of Toronto Metropolitan University.]