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Holding Space

Rutgers University Equity and Inclusion

‘Holding Space’ is a Rutgers University podcast that explores and helps define diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) concepts and language that are commonly used, but not well explained or understood. Host Dr. Joan Collier guides robust conversations that identify drivers of inequity and illustrate how individuals can find themselves in the work of progress.

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20:39

Deep Listening for Community Building, Pt. 2

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

During this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Joan Collier and Kaylin Padovano consider how we can cultivate inclusive environments through bridgebuilding. Unlike debating or seeking to change minds, bridgebuilding invites curiosity and understanding even amid disagreement as we work toward shared concerns. The conversation also highlights the recently-launched Bridging the Gap Program by Rutgers University Equity and Inclusion in partnership with Interfaith America.

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19:33

Deep Listening for Community Building, Pt. 1

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

During this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Joan Collier and Kaylin Padovano consider how we can cultivate inclusive environments through bridgebuilding. Unlike debating or seeking to change minds, bridgebuilding invites curiosity and understanding even amid disagreement as we work toward shared concerns. The conversation also highlights the recently-launched Bridging the Gap Program by Rutgers University Equity and Inclusion in partnership with Interfaith America.

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20:29

Building Personal and Institutional Resilience, Pt. 2

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

In this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Joan Collier is joined by Dr. Ralph Gigliotti, who helps expand our idea of what it means to be resilient. Instead of simply "bouncing back," resilience can be thought of as a dynamic process that involves healing as well as the willingness to envision a future beyond existing crises.

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17:47

Building Personal and Institutional Resilience, Pt. 1

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

In this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Joan Collier is joined by Dr. Ralph Gigliotti, who helps expand our idea of what it means to be resilient. Instead of simply "bouncing back," resilience can be thought of as a dynamic process that involves healing as well as the willingness to envision a future beyond existing crises.

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15:52

The Transformative Potential of Conflict, Pt. 2

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

Conflict is bound to arise amid the different values and expectations people hold in the workplace. To manage it effectively, conflict navigation specialist Frieda Hoffman asks listeners how they can shift the quality of the conversation to support more productive interactions. By naming and addressing potential ruptures in relationships, one can foster generative conflict for the sake of a stronger future together.

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21:48

The Transformative Potential of Conflict, Pt. 1

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

Conflict is bound to arise amid the different values and expectations people hold in the workplace. To manage it effectively, conflict navigation specialist Frieda Hoffman asks listeners how they can shift the quality of the conversation to support more productive interactions. By naming and addressing potential ruptures in relationships, one can foster generative conflict for the sake of a stronger future together.

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19:15

Lessons Learned: Navigating Tensions, Affirming...

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

During this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Joan Collier, Dr. Crystal Bedley, and Kaylin Padovano reflect on the 'Navigating Tensions, Affirming Communities' Speaker Series, which helped launch our campaign to 'Meet the Moment with Humanity.' Each guest lecturer spoke to a critical element of community building, from rejecting polarization to respecting everyone's inherent dignity. In times of tension, being able to engage across differences can ultimately help us approach difficult dialogue with

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28:09

Lessons Learned: Navigating Tensions, Affirming...

Holding Space ·

2025/06/16

During this episode of Holding Space, Dr. Joan Collier, Dr. Crystal Bedley, and Kaylin Padovano reflect on the 'Navigating Tensions, Affirming Communities' Speaker Series, which helped launch our campaign to 'Meet the Moment with Humanity.' Each guest lecturer spoke to a critical element of community building, from rejecting polarization to respecting everyone's inherent dignity. In times of tension, being able to engage across differences can ultimately help us approach difficult dialogue with

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25:08

Disability Bias

Holding Space ·

2023/07/05

In this episode of “Holding Space,” we discover disability diversity at Rutgers University. Whether it be implementing classroom technology aids or using thoughtful language to avoid microaggressions, Bill Welsh and Wil Vargas lead us in a conversation alongside Dr. Joan Collier that aims to address barriers to inclusion.This podcast is hosted by Rutgers University Equity and Inclusion.

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23:45

Religious Bias

Holding Space ·

2023/07/05

Rutgers University has over 40 religious-focused student organizations and 25+ chaplaincies, with a Multifaith Council promoting an inclusive environment for intellectual and spiritual exploration. In this episode of “Holding Space,” Dr. Joan Collier spoke with Atiya Aftab, Esq.; Rabbi Jason Cook; and Kerri Willson. We reflected on how religious biases affects certain groups differently, how Rutgers can accommodate different religious groups, and the value in bridge building between communities.

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21:10

Repairing Harm

Holding Space ·

2023/07/05

We all have the potential to cause harm due to unconscious biases. In this episode of “Holding Space,” Dr. Joan Collier spoke with Avery Arrington, Kaylin Padovano, and Rebecca Vazquez to discuss different ways that institutions like Rutgers University can address and repair harm. By placing ideas such as accountability and restorative justice in the center of the discourse, this episode offers practices and behaviors to make Rutgers an inclusive environment for all. This podcast is hosted by

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54:11

Accessibility is Inclusivity

Holding Space ·

2022/05/07

This week, Bill Welsh and Desiree White join Dr. Joan Collier to discuss ways to shift thinking about accessibility and examine what universal practices from the pandemic we should hold on to. Topics discussed: Accessibility Digital Accessibility Software Accessibility Links mentioned in this episode: * Accessibility is for Everyone - Book by Laura Kalbag Accessibility Talks - A YouTube meet-up group that features speakers and conversations around the topic of digital accessibility. * Rutgers

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38:30

Intersectionality and Interpersonal Violence

Holding Space ·

2022/05/07

This week, Kaylin Padovano joins Dr. Joan Collier to discuss the concept of intersectionality and how it affects her work as a staff & faculty training coordinator for the Center on Violence Against Women and Children at the Rutgers School of Social Work. Topics discussed: Intersectionality Interpersonal Violence Social Justice Links mentioned in this episode: #MeToo and Black Women: From Hip Hop to Hollywood - Episode 3 of the podcast Intersectionality Matters with Kimberle Crenshaw. Black

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51:27

Understanding Educational Equity

Holding Space ·

2021/11/17

Holding Space host Dr. Joan Collier speaks with Dr. Melissa Wooten about educational equity and how having an ‘equity mindset’ can influence university support for historically underserved students.

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48:27

Defining the Work

Holding Space ·

2021/10/08

Holding Space host Dr. Joan Collier speaks with Dr. Enobong (Anna) Branch about her role as Senior Vice President for Equity at Rutgers University, the role of diversity, inclusion, and equity within university life and what being a ‘beloved community’ means. "Sometimes you set out to do work and other times the work finds you."

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