Listen to inspirational stories of Somali Professionals and business owners. We will have an Awesome guest every week who will share their journey to success , challenges and failures along the way and how they moved forward.
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Every day there are people in our local and global community who are using the tactics and principles of nonviolence to transform the world around us. Our podcast focuses on telling these stories to highlight those who are joining us in our journey to create a world free from violence and the threat of violence.
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We Belong to Each Other - Stories from Authors Stanley Kusunoki and Kao Kalia Yang
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In a wide-ranging discussion with host Jarren Peterson Dean, acclaimed authors Stanley Kusunoki and Kao Kalia Yang discuss the power art has to speak the truth and connect us to our shared humanity. They provide intimate examples of how their courageous storytelling has impacted their own and their audiences’ perspectives and lives. Stanley Kusunok…
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Legacies of War - Unexploded Munitions in Southeast Asia
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Millions of life-threatening Unexploded Cluster Munitions and Other Ordnance (UXO) continue to hold the land of Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam hostage. Legacies of War is the only U.S.-based educational and advocacy organization dedicated to increasing awareness about the American Secret War in Laos and U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia. They are als…
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Kyle Tran Myhre - Creating Social Change Through the Power of Poetry
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Kyle Tran Myhre (aka Guante) is a poet and activist whose work explores the relationships between narrative, power, and resistance. He’s performed at the United Nations, been a member of two National Poetry Slam championship teams, and visited countless colleges, conferences, and festivals, using spoken word and storytelling as doorways into critic…
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George Lakey - Quaker Activist, Campaign Organizer, Sociologist, Trainer and Author
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George Lakey's unwavering dedication to using nonviolence to create a more just world began with his first arrest during the Civil Rights Movement and continues today with his leadership in campaigns for climate justice. In this episode, George speaks with host PJ Hoffman as he reflects on his career as an activist. George Lakey offers wise insight…
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Isuroon: Health, Social Connectedness and Self-Sufficiency for Somali Women and Girls
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Isuroon is a women-led, community-driven organization motivated by the belief that Somali women and girls deserve to be healthy and have a strong voice. In this episode, host Iman Shukri speaks with Isuroon’s Founder and CEO, Fartun Weli, about the language and literacy barriers, racism, sexism, religious intolerance and health disparities that Som…
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Applying Restorative Practices in Schools
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Angel Dawson is a Licensed Autism Spectrum Disorder teacher and a Restorative Practices Coordinator for an Intermediate district in the Twin Cities metro area. She has over five years of experience facilitating trainings for restorative practices in Special Education. She is dedicated to connecting people for the betterment of educating the next ge…
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Gun Safety in Minnesota: Progress and Plans
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Part two of a two-part Everyday Nonviolence Series addressing gun violence in Minnesota. Host Jarren Dean speaks with Maggiy Emery, Executive Director of Protect Minnesota, about bills passed during the 2023 state legislative session and the organization’s other efforts to address gun violence. Maggiy also shares actions each of us can take to help…
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ConnextMSP: Breaking Down Hiring Barriers for Young Professionals of Color
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ConnextMSP was built to ensure that young professionals of color in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul region are recruited, hired, and supported by local employers as they launch their careers. This is a critical lever for addressing the harm caused by the racial inequities of our current economic systems, advancing inclusive economic growth, and building…
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Part one of a two part Everyday Nonviolence Series addressing gun violence in Minnesota Mary Lewis Grow and Martha (Marti) Micks speak with Host Jarren Peterson Dean about their work as co-chairs on Minnesota's League of Women Voters' (LWVMN) recent study on Firearms. In 1990 LWVMN adopted its first position paper on the issue and is now finalizing…
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The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, Then and Now. Episode One - Nonviolence is a way of life for courageous people.
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The gains made by the Civil Rights Movement under Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished through strategic nonviolent action. But how much do we really know about MLK and the nonviolent activism of the Civil Rights Movement? How do we continue to move King’s vision forward in our world today? Join host Jar…
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The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, Then and Now. Episode Two - The Beloved Community is the framework of the future.
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The gains made by the Civil Rights Movement under Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished through strategic nonviolent action. But how much do we really know about MLK and the nonviolent activism of the Civil Rights Movement? How do we continue to move King’s vision forward in our world today? Join host Jar…
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The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, Then and Now. Episode Three - Attack forces of evil, not persons doing evil.
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The gains made by the Civil Rights Movement under Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished through strategic nonviolent action. But how much do we really know about MLK and the nonviolent activism of the Civil Rights Movement? How do we continue to move King’s vision forward in our world today? Join host Jar…
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The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, Then and Now. Episode Four - Accept suffering without retaliation for the sake of the cause to achieve the goal.
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The gains made by the Civil Rights Movement under Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished through strategic nonviolent action. But how much do we really know about MLK and the nonviolent activism of the Civil Rights Movement? How do we continue to move King’s vision forward in our world today? Join host Jar…
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The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, Then and Now. Episode Five - Avoid internal violence of the spirit as well as external physical violence.
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The gains made by the Civil Rights Movement under Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished through strategic nonviolent action. But how much do we really know about MLK and the nonviolent activism of the Civil Rights Movement? How do we continue to move King’s vision forward in our world today? Join host Jar…
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The Six Principles of Kingian Nonviolence, Then and Now. Episode Six -The universe is on the side of justice.
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The gains made by the Civil Rights Movement under Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership demonstrate what can be accomplished through strategic nonviolent action. But how much do we really know about MLK and the nonviolent activism of the Civil Rights Movement? How do we continue to move King’s vision forward in our world today? Join host Jar…
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WOMEN’S ADVOCATES: Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Violence
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In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are highlighting the work of St. Paul-based Women’s Advocates, which has been providing shelter and other services for victim-survivors of domestic violence for 50 years. Women's Advocates uses the tools of "radical hospitality, advocacy and collective action" to work towards a community free …
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In this episode, Jarren Peterson Dean speaks with Mike Alberti, Managing Director of the Minnesota Prison Writing Workshop (MPWW). Founded in 2011, MPWW is now the largest and most enduring prison-based literary organization in the country. It fosters literary community and a devotion to art inside Minnesota correctional facilities through high-qua…
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Surviving gun violence; advocating for change
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In this episode, we hear from two women whose lives have been dramatically impacted by gun violence. Jarren Peterson Dean is a special education teacher living in Plymouth, MN with her husband and young son. In 2014, Jarren's boyfriend, James, was shot and killed near their home in Minneapolis. Jaren has been involved in a variety of social justice…
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In this episode of Everyday Nonviolence, we learn about the extraordinary work being done by the Eagle’s Healing Nest, an organization located in Sauk Center, Minnesota, dedicated to serving veterans dealing with the invisible wounds of war.” Host Ellery McCardle speaks with Melony Butler, Founder, Chair and Director; Mike Dunfe, a former resident;…
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Indigenous Boarding Schools and Restorative Actions
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In this episode, the Everyday Nonviolence podcast explores the painful history of Indigenous Boarding Schools. We also share examples of what is being done by faith communities to address the harm caused by these church-run schools. Host Diane Sandberg speaks first with Paula Palmer, Co-Director of “Toward Right Relationship with Native Peoples,” a…
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Elizabeth Lamin - Assistant County Attorney, Ramsey County on Why and How our Criminal Justice System Needs to Change
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In this episode, Elizabeth Lamin talks with host Ellery McCardle about the evolution of her beliefs on how to best address violent crime. Convinced that the traditional and prevailing emphasis on "accountability" has failed, she explains how she is incorporating different methods such as focused deterrence and restorative justice. Elizabeth Lamin i…
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Cindy Johnson Suplick - Writer, Speaker, and Advocate for Mental Health
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In this third and final episode in our series on mental health, we hear from an individual with a mental illness. Cindy Johnson Suplick speaks with podcast host, Diane Sandberg. During the conversation, Cindy talks about a variety of topics, including her personal experiences interacting with the police. After receiving her MBA, Cindy spent 30 year…
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Steve Wickelgren - Clinical Director for MN Crisis Intervention Team
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In our three-part series, we expand on FNVW’s research/policy paper, exploring the de-escalation of interactions between people with mental illnesses and the police. We hear three different perspectives: 1) a mental health advocate; 2) a crisis intervention trainer, therapist, and former police officer; and 3) an individual with a mental illness. D…
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Mental Illness and the Police - Sue Abderholden, Executive Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness - Minnesota
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In a three-part series, we expand on FNVW’s research/policy paper, exploring the de-escalation of interactions between people with mental illnesses and the police. We’ll hear three different perspectives: 1) a mental health advocate 2) a crisis intervention trainer, therapist, and former police officer and 3) an individual with a mental illness. Du…
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Matthew Walker- Poet, Playwright, NonViolent Practitioner (Re-release)
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In this re-issued and updated episode, original host, Joann Perry, speaks with Mathew Walker about his participation in the Alternatives to Violence Program (AVP). Joann learns how exposure to the principles and skills of nonviolence helped him gain greater self-awareness and empowered him with new tools for transforming conflict situations. After …
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Jon Vang - Activist with Man Forward (Re-release)
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Originally released in June, 2018 Jon Vang, now Jon Vang Tao, spoke with Joann Perry, the first host of the “Everyday Nonviolence” podcast. Jon and Joann talk about his work as an activist with Man Forward. He discusses masculinity, the problems facing individuals coming out of prison, and his dedication to ending gender-based violence in the Asian…
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Erika Thorne - Social and Racial Justice Warrior
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Podcast team member, Ellery McCardle, speaks with Erika Thorne, an activist, writer, facilitator and cultural worker since 1974. During this interview, Erika talks about her work with Training for Social Change, a multi-racial group of individuals, training others to confront systems of injustice. Additionally, Erika describes her involvement with …
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Geetenjali Mittal: Promoting Family Wellness in South Asian Communities in Minnesota
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Geetanjali Mittal is an educator, storyteller, and internationally-published researcher, who for the past two years has served as a Program Developer with SEWA-AIFW (Asian Indian Family Wellness). In a conversation with Podcast team member, Diane Sandberg, Geetanjali shares personal and professional experiences and perspective related to domestic v…
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Princess Haley - Building Health, Wealth and Social Change Through Food
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After the death of her teenage son in 2010, Princess Haley discovered the healing power of growing, eating, and sharing good food. She joined two other women in applying these principles to the broader community. Their creation, Appetite for Change, focuses on food to build health, wealth and social change. In this conversation with Everyday Nonvio…
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How i became Head of Advanced Application & Analytics with Mohamed Jama
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Salam Alikum and Ramadan Kareem, we wish you all a blessed Ramadan. I can't believe we are in the last few days of this blessed month.This week are excited to chat with Mohamed Jama regarding his journey into a senior leadership position in the Tech industry, and we spoke about how to navigate the workplace as a black Muslim in a non-diverse enviro…
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Gardening, Healing, Social Justice - Rick Juliusson, Executive Director, Minnesota State Horticultural Society
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In this episode, Everyday Nonviolence podcast team member, Diane Sandberg, talks with the Executive Director of the Minnesota State Horticultural Society (MSHS), Rick Juliusson. Rick reflects on how his varied experiences in international and U.S. non-profit organizations and as a farmer informs his work with MSHS. He shares his excitement about MS…
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How I got my dream Tech Career with Mustafa Farah
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Salam Alikum and Ramadan Kareem, we are wishing you all a blessed Ramadan.In this episode, I was really excited to interview Mustafa Farah who is a Senior VP Product Manager at Wells Fargo, Wells Fargo one of the four most prominent financial institutions in the United States. He works closely with commercial banking customers to streamline and aut…
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How I became a software engineer with Abdullahi Abdinur
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Hello everyone, we are back, recharged and feeling fresh after taking a couple of weeks to break to prioritise business deadlines & juggle personal life. I absolutely missed the podcast and reading all your emails/DMs. I promise we will get back to every message soon, and grateful for checking on me. All is well just needed a break : ) This week I …
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How I climbed the corporate ladder with Mariam Farah
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Dear listeners welcome back to another inspiring podcast.This week we have Mariam Farah.We had a great conversation with Mariam about all things career working in the city of London.Mariam, is an experienced, bilingual (English and Dutch), Assistant Director, who is responsible for scaling and activating EY solutions, campaigns, and products across…
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From Med school to national TV comedy show with Guled Abdi
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Salam Alikum and a big warm hello to all our wonderful listeners across the globe. We are really delighted this week to speak with Guled Abdi from Toronto Canada, we talked about his journey to following his passion, overcoming challenges & staring in his own comedy National TV show called Tall Boyz with his best friends. The second season of the s…
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How i started my international development consultancy with Hodan Hassan.
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Hello dear listeners Welcome to another wonderful podcast episode. We are delighted to welcome Hodan Hassan to our episode this week.Hodan is an Executive Director, who brings 18 years of experience in international development and public advocacy, of which 12 years are in mid and senior-level positions. She is known for her proven ability to lead …
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Movement Music with PJ Hoffman, Musician and Activist
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PJ Hoffman is a musician, activist and Friends for a Non-Violent World member. In this episode PJ and Everyday Non-Violence Podcast Host Joann Perry discuss the importance of music in PJ’s life, starting with his early involvement in protests. They also look more broadly at music in social justice movements - how it inspires, energizes and comforts…
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Determination leads to success with Abdullahi Abdulle
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Dear listeners welcome back to another great inspiring story. This week we are excited to speak with Abdullahi Abdulle who was recently elected Council Member Elect for New Brighton in the USA.Abdullahi Abdulle is a Councilmember Elect for the City of New Brighton in Minnesota. On January 12, 2021, he was sworn-in as the first Muslim, black, immigr…
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Taking a leap of faith starting new business! with Mohamoud Yussuf
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Happy New Year Welcome to 2021 I think most of us we’re hoping to have left COVID-19 in 2020 but unfortunately, it’s still here and in my part of the world in England we are even on stricter restrictions this January the local schools have closed and once again it’s back to homeschooling. We can only pray that inshallah this situation gets better a…
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Finding my dream career & Life lessons with Amina Ibrahim MBE
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Welcome back to our podcast and BIG thank you for all the continuous love & support. WOW we are in the last week of December 2020 alhamdulillah we all made it through this far with an ongoing global pandemic. We are still on strict Lockdown tier 4 in my part of the world in England due to Covid19 high infection rates. Inshallah Khair and things wil…
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From employee to entrepreneurship lessons with Abu Bakar Ismail.
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This week we are excited to chat with Abu Bakar Ismail. Tune in to hear his full story.Abu Bakar Ismail is the founder of Riyo Reality, a boutique advisory firm that advances the strategic business and communication interest of private and public stakeholders across the Middle East and Africa. He currently works with the Statistics Centre Abu Dhabi…
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The Dadaab Entrepreneur with Mohammed Hassan
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Dear Listeners Welcome back to our weekly podcast.I am really excited for you to meet Mohammed and hear his incredible story not accepting the status quo by starting a successful online business while living in Dadaab which is one of the worlds largest refugee camps. This is a story of resilience and powerful positive outlook.*Please note that ther…
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How curiosity got me my dream role with Fatima Ibrahim
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This week episode i had a fantastic time speaking with the wonderful brilliant and curious Fatima Ibrahim honestly i think you would love hearing Fatima's Story. Let us know what you all think via our social media :) Fatima Ibrahim was born in Somalia and immigrated to the United States with her family in the early 90’s. She grew up in San Jose, Ca…
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Never give up even when starting from Scratch with CEO Jawaahir Daahir a brilliant somali boss lady!!!!
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Season 1 Episode 3: In this episode I am excited to have a chat with Jawaahir Daahir BEM ( CEO of Global Somali Diaspora & GSD & Somali Development services Jawahiir is an ambitious incredible kind individual and her story is about perseverance and never giving up even if it means starting from beginning again.Reach out to Chief Executive Officer C…
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Why your mental health should be a priority to be successful with expert psychotherapist Abdibasid
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Season 1 Episode 2: In this Episode I had opportunity to chat about why Mental Health equals wealth with the brilliant Abdibasid psychotherapist and behavioural analyst.Connect with Abdibasid on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/abdibasid.a.mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/abdibasid-ali-mohamed-39b976161/…
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Lois Yellowthunder - Author, Anthropologist, and Policy Maker
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Lois Yellowthunder (B.A. UCLA, M.A. University of Chicago, Ph.D. University of Minnesota) has worked in many settings, academic and non-academic. For ten years Lois worked in museums as assistant to the Curator of Anthropology (Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History), helping to establish a Department of Interpretation at the Museum of Man in…
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Rebecca Slaby- Executive Director AMAZE Works
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Rebecca Slaby leads AMAZEworks in working with schools, communities, and organizations to create equity and belonging for all. She gives workshops on Anti-Bias Education with a focus on cultural responsiveness, bias, identity, and stereotype threat and has co-authored two AMAZEworks curriculums. With an MEd from DePaul University, she has 15 years …
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Al Peters- Founder and Executive Director of Can Do Canines
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Today we hear from Al Peters, Founder and Executive Director of Can Do Canines. He shares about the work of his organization and how incarcerated people are supporting in training service animals. Bio: Mr. Peters serves as Executive Director of Can Do Canines and founded the organization in 1987. He is responsible for general management as well as …
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Somali Professionals podcast Introduction - Season 1 Episode 1
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Hello and welcome to The Somali Professionals podcast. We will be interviewing many inspiring somali professionals and business owners from across the globe. Bringing you real stories of grit , failures and success to achieve the dreams.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/samira-alio/message…
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Mel Duncan, Co-Founder Nonviolent Peaceforce
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Mel Duncan is a co-founder and current Director of Advocacy and Outreach for Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP), a world leader in unarmed civilian protection. NP provides direct protection to civilians caught in violent conflict and works with local groups on violence deterrence in a variety of conflict areas around the world. Mel represents NP at the Uni…
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