Imposter Syndrome Is A Scheme: Reshma Saujani’s Smith College Commencement Address | The Smith College

Reshma Saujani, the keynote speaker at Smith College's 2023 Commencement, delivers a powerful address challenging the concept of imposter syndrome. She asserts that imposter syndrome isn't a syndrome at all; it's a scheme perpetuated by systemic barriers. Saujani, a gender equality activist and founder of Girls Who Code, advocates for addressing the political, financial, and cultural barriers that hinder women's progress, rather than relying solely on self-improvement tactics.

Embrace Change | Cynthia Pong

In celebration of Women's History Month, it's essential to cease expecting women of color in the workplace to carry the burden of emotional labor, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) education, and unacknowledged administrative tasks. This article calls for recognition of the systemic barriers women of color face and outlines seven actions organizations can take to genuinely support women of color, including valuing emotional labor, creating a collaborative workplace culture, ensuring DEI work is not siloed, and investing in career development for women of color. It also emphasizes the importance of acknowledging one's own fragility and being open to feedback and growth.