'Subtle & overt hostility' | Oscars diversity chief pushed out by micro-aggressions - a common tightrope for many HR leaders

The former diversity chief for the body which hosts the Oscars has spoken out about the numerous challenges she faced, including regular “micro-aggressions” during her stint at the organisation.

In a recent op-ed published in the LA Times, Jeanell English shared her experiences as Executive Vice President of Impact and Inclusion at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences - better known simply as ‘The Academy’.

In the feature, English spoke about dealing with an overwhelming sense of apprehension while undertaking the task of fostering "a more just awards process and organisational culture.” 

She also revealed she had been "the recipient of a steady flux of micro- and macro-aggressions" during her time as EVP.