How Identity Has Influenced An Activities Director at Andrew Hill High School's Career
Hong, an Asian American woman Activities Director, notes the underrepresentation of Asian American women in educational leadership, stating, "I don't see myself represented in that room," and describes the resulting need to consciously assert their qualifications and "take up space" to advocate for students and their own perspectives within a male-dominated field.
Leadership, Representation, Overcoming Challenges, Confidence, Motivation
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Hong Ha Hoang
Activities Director
Andrew Hill High School
University of Washington, 2015
Alliant International University, Masters in Education
Biology & Related Sciences, Psychology
Education
Education
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Hong's experience highlights the underrepresentation of Asian American women in leadership roles within education.
2. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and believing in one's qualifications, especially when navigating a field where you may not see yourself represented.
3. Her perspective offers valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of leadership in education, particularly for individuals from underrepresented groups.
Transcript
As an Asian American woman, how has that impacted how you've navigated throughout your career?
Being an Asian American woman, we actually have a very small percentage of leaders who identify as Asian American women, even though women dominate the education field. There are many more men in leadership positions.
As an Asian American woman, when I step into a room, even in education, I don't see myself represented. I've had to tell myself that I am qualified and that I need to take up space.
I represent my students, and my opinion is important. This is really difficult when you are a minority in a space.
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