In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tamara Copeland. Tamara led the Voices of America’s Children early on and  was appointed  legislative director for former Congressman Bobby Scott, and eventually served as the president of The Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers. She is also the author of “DAUGHTERS OF THE DREAM: Eight Girls from Richmond Who Grew Up in the Civil Rights Era”, a book about friendship formed from shared experiences during the civil rights and racial justice movements era.Some highlights:-Tamara Copeland shares her thoughts on conformity and how leaders need to balance it while advocating while advancing their agenda. -Tamara Copeland shares why she became an advocate for children.  -How the power of public policy can effectively create change on a macro level. -Tamara’s take on systemic racism and how to put the conversation on the table.. . . . .Connect with Tamara Copeland:Tamara Copeland on LinkedInTamara Copeland on TwitterDAUGHTERS OF THE DREAM: Eight Girls from Richmond Who Grew Up in the Civil Rights EraConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website