Building Credibility and Influence: Insights on Negotiation from Amreen Rahman

Diversity Mission

Amreen Rahman, a mechanical engineer and people leader, shares her mission to advance diversity and promote BIPOC professionals in STEM and leadership roles. She highlights the challenges faced by women of color in predominantly white workplaces, emphasizing the importance of representation and visibility. Amreen's podcast, "Count Me Too," serves as a platform to discuss these issues and promote real change, not just superficial diversity initiatives 1. Her efforts have received positive responses from diverse audiences, illustrating the universal relevance of these challenges 2.

Representation matters. As you said, you can't be it till you see it. It's very powerful.

--- Amreen Rahman

Amreen's work extends beyond her podcast, as she actively engages with her community to inspire and educate others about the importance of diversity in STEM and leadership.

   

Representation Impact

The impact of representation in empowering future generations is a central theme in Amreen's work. She notes the rarity of BIPOC women in STEM and leadership positions, which drives her passion for promoting diversity and inclusion. By interviewing successful women from various industries on her podcast, Amreen aims to create role models and highlight the barriers they have overcome 3. This initiative not only showcases BIPOC excellence but also provides valuable insights into navigating career challenges.

I've always noticed that BIPOC women or black, indigenous and women of color were fairly rare in STEM and also in the workplace overall.

--- Amreen Rahman

Through these conversations, Amreen hopes to inspire others to pursue their ambitions and contribute to a more inclusive workplace.