BELONGING DOESN’T HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT

Season 2

Mar 31

Written by Erin Davis

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UNAPOLOGETIC · SEASON 2 / EPISODE 9

BELONGING DOESN’T HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT

WITH CONSTANCE SCARLETT

ABOUT THE EPISODE

What does it really mean to build spaces where everyone belongs?

In this episode of Unapologetic, Erin sits down with Constance Scarlett, President & CEO of TELUS World of Science – Edmonton, for a conversation that moves beyond intention and into practice.

Together, they explore what it looks like to lead with purpose inside public institutions — where trust, access, and community are constantly in motion.

From co-creating with community to rethinking who science is for, Constance shares how her team is navigating complexity, holding tension, and designing experiences that reflect the people they serve.

This conversation goes deeper into:

what inclusive leadership looks like in real time
how institutions build (and maintain) public trust
the role of curiosity in navigating misinformation
why access isn’t just financial — and never one-dimensional
and what it means to create spaces people can truly see themselves in

At its core, this episode is a reminder:
Belonging isn’t something we declare.
It’s something we design — and choose — every single day.

MEET THE GUEST

Constance Scarlett is the President and CEO of TELUS World of Science – Edmonton, bringing more than 15 years of experience in arts, culture, and museum leadership. Throughout her career, she has worked with organizations including the Royal Collection, Alberta Museums Association, and Arts Council Wood Buffalo, developing expertise in cultural management, community engagement, and organizational leadership.

Passionate about the role cultural institutions play in their communities, Constance focuses on building meaningful partnerships and creating accessible, inclusive spaces for learning and discovery. Her work emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and strengthening connections between organizations and the communities they serve.

Connect with Constance: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constance-scarlett/