#68 Wendy Huffman: Transforming refugee lives through enterprise & peace while depolarizing politics

Join host Zach Tidwell for an inspiring conversation with Wendy S. Huffman, Executive Director and Founder of Let's Make the Difference, as she shares her remarkable journey from interior designer to global changemaker. After losing her partner Bill in Africa, Wendy transformed grief into purpose by creating sustainable enterprises in refugee camps across 11 African countries. Wendy's approach rather than just feeding them is revolutionizing how we think about humanitarian aid. From bakeries producing 1,000 loaves daily to peace ambassadors spreading throughout war zones, this episode reveals how small investments create massive ripple effects. What You'll Discover:How a $14,000 fundraising miracle launched a movement empowering 1,900+ refugeesThe innovative Peace and Conflict Resolution Campaign addressing violence in refugee campsGroundbreaking bakery enterprises creating jobs and feeding communities in Kakuma Refugee SettlementWhy teaching leadership skills beats traditional aid in creating lasting changeThe untapped potential of half a million refugees as the world's largest workforceStrategies for combating toxic politics and division through curiosity-based dialogueYou can find Wendy at letsmakethedifference.org.Zach’s book is on the way it’s officially in the hands of an editor, and on the final path to publishing! If your new to the show and haven’t heard his incredible story, go back and listen to the show’s trailer, or visit Zach’s website at zachtidwell.com. To get the big news when it’s going to print, join his email list on the website. Follow And Support The Show Follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen. And if that happens to be on YouTube, like this video too before sharing the episode with family and friends. Website: https://zachtidwell.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556533676388Instagram: @ZachCTidwellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-tidwell-9076852ab/X: @ZachCTidwellApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-in-blind-with-zach-tidwell/id1787306128Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/51IxT43v95otwaXDkyr6FWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GIB_Pod #GIB #GoingInBlindPodcast theme music by Transistor.fm.