Ericka Jones on Making Yoga Equitable for All

Peaceful Power Podcast

Ericka is passionate about creating spaces where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and included. She believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential components of a successful, thriving organization and a way for people to thrive. In addition to her professional work, she is a 500-hour RYT yoga teacher and teaches meditation. Through her 16+ years of work experience in DEI, she has helped organizations create more equitable and inclusive environments, increasing employee engagement and belongingness. In addition to her professional work, she is a 500-hour RYT yoga teacher and teaches meditation. Ericka is dedicated to her own personal growth and development through the practices of yoga, meditation, and emotional intelligence programs. She founded Yoga Coalition to empower yoga studios to create more representation and increase belonging and equity by offering training modules, workshops, and programs. She strives to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and represented in yoga spaces through this initiative. Ericka is actively involved in her local community. She volunteers with various non-profit organizations and mentors young women in leadership development programs. She is passionate about giving back and creating a more inclusive and equitable society. Contact Ericka Instagram- www.instagram.com/Ericka.jones_ Where to connect with Andrea Website: https://andreaclaassen.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandrea Freebie: 5 Day Ayurvedic Toolkit- https://andreaclaassen.com/5-day-ayurvedic-toolkit Sacred Seasons: https://andreaclaassen.com/seasonal-living-collective Andrea Claassen Bio Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, Ayurvedic Postpartum Doula, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and Personal Trainer who has been in the wellness space since 2007. Her mission is to help you start to live a cyclical life by living in alignment with the seasons using Ayurveda as your guide. She does this by teaching her Peaceful Power Practices centered around movement, mindfulness & mother nature through an Ayurvedic lens. You can hear more from Andrea on her Peaceful Power Podcast where she aims to deliver actionable takeaways for you to live a more holistic lifestyle. Connect with Andrea on her website at www.andreaclaassen.com