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Colour at Work

Colour at Work

By: Sofia Medina Andrade
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Colour at Work is a monthly podcast exploring the experiences of professionals from diverse backgrounds Hosted by Sofia Medina Andrade, it celebrates cultural heritage while tackling issues like workplace exclusion, identity, mental health, systemic inequity, and belonging. Available in Portuguese and English, it features open, thought-provoking conversations, offering reflection and actionable insights on creating more inclusive workplace Whether you're navigating the complexities of identity at work, leading teams, shaping HR strategies, or advocating for inclusion, this podcast is for youSofia Medina Andrade Career Success Economics
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  • A Força das Redes de Apoio: Diversidade que Transforma com Tamiles Alves
    Aug 26 2025

    Neste episódio recebemos Tamiles Alves, escritora, pesquisadora, e doutora pela Universidade de São Paulo. Especialista em diversidade e inclusão, a Tamiles tem mais de 13 anos de experiência profissional, com uma trajetória que passa pelo trabalho de base, ensino universitário e produção académica sobre igualdade racial.Ela já atuou em diversas frentes e hoje é coordenadora de ações afirmativas no setor privado dentro do Ministério da Igualdade Racial no Brasil. Filha de mãe e pai baianos, Tamiles cruza o país com um propósito claro: contribuir ativamente para a mudança.Neste episódio, Tamiles fala sobre:• A importância das redes de apoio• A experiência negra nas universidades brasileiras• Os desafios e caminhos para uma diversidade racial real no trabalho


    Convidada- Tamiles Alves

    Edição - Augusto Picinini

    Identidade visual- Vall Graça


    English

    In this conversation we welcome Tamiles Alves, writer, researcher, and PhD graduate from the University of São Paulo. A specialist in diversity and inclusion, Tamiles brings over 13 years of experience across grassroots work, university teaching, and academic research focused on racial equity.She has worked in multiple sectors and She is currently the coordinator of affirmative action initiatives in the private sector at Brazil’s Ministry of Racial Equality. The daughter of two Bahian parents, Tamiles travels the country with one clear mission: to actively contribute to meaningful change.In this episode, Tamiles shares powerful insights on:• The impact of support networks• The Black experience in Brazilian universities• The challenges of building true racial diversity in the workplace

    Find more about our guest- ⁠Tamiles Alves⁠

    This episode was edited by - Augusto Picinini

    Visual Identity- Vall Graça

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    49 mins
  • Liderar com Cuidado: Como Priorizar o Bem-Estar no Trabalho com Daniela Lima
    Jul 22 2025

    Neste episodio, recebemos Daniela Lima, uma referência em recursos humanos em Portugal. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência, filha de pais angolanos, nascida e criada emLisboa, a Daniela tem um doutoramento em comportamento organizacional e é uma defensora incansável do bem-estar no trabalho. Do norte ao sul do país, leva metodologias de cuidado adaptadas à realidade de cada empresa.

    Neste Episódio a Daniela fala-nos sobre diversidade, escuta ativa e o que significa cuidar, verdadeiramente, das pessoas no trabalho.

    Convidada - Daniela Lima

    Edição - Augusto Picinini

    Identidade Visual - Vall Graça

    English:

    In this episode, our guest is Daniela Lima, a true leader in the field of HR in Portugal. With over 20 years of experience, Daniela was born and raised in Lisbon to Angolan parents. She holds a PhD in organizational behavior and has made it her mission to bring workplace well-being strategies across the country, always adapted to local realities.

    In this episode, we talk about how she weaves diversity into her work, what it means to truly take care of people at work, and why leadership must start with listening.

    Find more about Daniela:

    Linkedin

    Credits: This episode was edited by Augusto Picinini

    Visual Identity - Vall Graça

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    51 mins
  • Making Inclusion Work: From Culture to Commitment with Susanna Romantsova
    Jun 17 2025

    Can Inclusion Drive Performance? One Leader’s Missionto Prove It!

    On this episode, Sofia is joined by Susanna Romantsova, a TEDx speaker, Top LinkedIn Voice, Forbes 30 Under 30, and global DEI powerhouse. With clients like Deloitte, Puma, ING, and GE, Susanna is rewriting what workplace inclusion really looks like, backed by data, lived experience, and fierce commitment.

    She grew up across three countries, speaks four languages, and brings global insight to one of today’s most misunderstood topics.

    In this conversation, she shares:

    • The moment she knew DEI was her life’s work
    • What most companies get wrong about inclusion
    • How to respond when people say “DEI doesn’t work"
    • The difference between expats and immigrants at work
    • How to keep the DEI fire alive - even in a time of backlash


    Believe us, you don't want to miss this episode.

    Find more about Susanna

    Website

    Linkedin

    Credits: This episode was edited by Augusto Picinini.

    Visual Identity by Vall Graça

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    54 mins
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