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Rising: From a Mud Hut to the Boardroom ― and Back Again

Name: Rising: From a Mud Hut to the Boardroom ― and Back Again
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Book Synopsis: An identity that spans the globe.In this astonishing memoir, Graci Harkema revisits her experience growing up as an adoptee from the Congo in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She traces her path to claiming and living her own story, becoming a successful consultant on diversity, equity and inclusion, racial justice, LGBTQ+ equality, and women in business. Born amid civil unrest in a mud hut in the Congo and weighing a mere three pounds, Harkema was left at an orphanage, where she was not expected to live another day. But that afternoon, a visiting American missionary saw her sleeping in a doll’s bed and heard a voice inside her say, “This is your daughter.”Her childhood was spent wishing to be lighter and blonder, like her siblings and classmates. Out of fear of standing out even more from her peers, Harkema kept her sexuality a secret, only coming out of the closet years later—during a job interview! Eventually, she learned to see her identity as her superpower, instead of her shame.Today, Harkema helps embrace diversity and drive inclusion to ensure open and safe work environments. She is committed to empowering employees to perform to their potential as their authentic selves—setting an example as she continues to live her own story, journeying to meet her birth mother, to discover one more piece of herself.

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Embark on a transformative journey with Graci Harkema in her powerful memoir, "Rising: From a Mud Hut to the Boardroom ― and Back Again." Discover how a young girl from the Congo defied all odds to become a trailblazer in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Harkema's story will inspire you to embrace your own identity, turning your perceived weaknesses into strengths.

Experience firsthand the resilience and determination of Graci Harkema as she shares her remarkable life story. From being abandoned in a mud hut to rising to the forefront of the business world, her journey is a testament to the power of self-discovery and authenticity. Let her story ignite the fire within you to break barriers and shatter stereotypes.

Dive into the raw and honest narrative of Graci Harkema's life in "Rising." Explore the complexities of race, sexuality, and acceptance through her eyes. Through her work, Graci is revolutionizing workplace culture by championing diversity and inclusion. Join her on this poignant exploration of identity and resilience that will leave you feeling empowered and enlightened.

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