Dianne Squires explores the layered concept of voice – audible, figurative, and expressive – and its importance for influencing change within Caribbean communities. 

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I’ve been talking about speaking up for ourselves, our businesses and the impact we want to create as Caribbean women founders. But what I haven’t explained is what I mean when I say “voice” and why it is important. I break down the three layers of ‘voice’ and how they all point to a free, if not always easy, way to create change. 

Timestamps 

00:00 Introduction (What is my Voice and why this isn’t a simple question?)

01:30 The three layers of voice

03:24 Voice as a tool for influence and change

04:40 Big Media’s External Voice and its Influence on Modern Caribbean identity

05:29 The importance of strategic voice for impact (examples from Island Woman podcast guests)

08:06 A word to introverts on using the power of voice 

08:44 Call to action: share your voice and join initiatives

10:30 Outro 

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Dianne N. Squires is a Strategic Communications leader, Founder of Dianne N Squires Consulting (DNSC), and host of the Island Woman Podcast. Her work centres on elevating voice, visibility and impact for Caribbean changemakers.