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Bridge to Gender Equality Power 5 Interview - Dr. Candy Khan

Updated: Feb 21, 2023



The Bridge to Gender Equality Project is pleased to introduce you to Dr. Candy Khan (she/her), International Best Selling Author, an Award-Winning Strategic Advisor with over 20 Years of Progressive Experience in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and who is also one of our Advisory Committee Members.


What are you most passionate about?

Respectful workplaces, where employees have a sense of belonging.

Who is your greatest role model?

  • My supervisor for the doctorate program (Evelyn Steinhauer)

  • My dad (despite some of his limitations)

  • Wayne Dyer

  • Martin Luther King

  • Mandela

What is your greatest accomplishment in your career trajectory?

Finishing my doctorate and writing a book about anti-harassment training


What advice would you give to new or emerging leaders who are building their careers?

Invest in yourself everyday. Do not assume that you know everything, be humble and stay curious.


What do you think is the biggest challenge for the next generation?

Finding a sense of purpose and direction in a complex world.


About Dr. Candy Khan

International bestselling author. An award-winning executive leader and strategic advisor with over 20 years of progressive experience in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). Adjunct professor with a doctorate in education with extensive experience in developing courses and training. Trained 15,000+ leaders, staff, trainers, and facilitators since 2008. Interviewed by Canadian media as subject matter expert on EDI. Published author. Life-long learner.




To learn more about the Bridge to Gender Equality Project, go HERE.



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