One Young World Summit special: LEADERSHIP!

The Possibility Club podcast:

at the One Young World Summit 2023

 

Special Episode 2: LEADERSHIP!

 

The One Young World Summit 2023 in Belfast was a significant gathering of young leaders from over 190 countries, representing a diverse array of professions and backgrounds. This annual event is renowned for its focus on accelerating social impact and empowering young leaders to address pressing global challenges.

 

For more detailed information about the Summit, you can visit the official One Young World website here.

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 Featuring interviews or speeches from:

 

Crystal Asige: Crystal Asige is a Nominated Senator in Kenya and a renowned singer. Despite losing her eyesight due to glaucoma, she has made significant strides in both music and politics. Asige advocates for the rights of the youth and persons with disabilities. She was nominated to the Senate by the Orange Democratic Movement in 2022. Asige is known for her music career, including an independent album released in November 2023. For more about Crystal Asige, visit Kenyans.co.ke​

Daniel Zapata Castro: Daniel is a celebrated peace-builder from Colombia and a coordinating ambassador for One Young World, focusing on social entrepreneurship in his region. More details can be found on One Young World.

Bob Geldof: Bob Geldof is an Irish singer-songwriter and political activist, best known as the lead singer of The Boomtown Rats. He co-wrote and organized the charity song "Do They Know It's Christmas?" and the Live Aid and Live 8 concerts for famine relief in Africa. Geldof is an advocate for social justice and poverty alleviation in Africa, serving as an adviser to the ONE Campaign. He was granted an honorary knighthood for his charitable efforts. For more on Bob Geldof's life and work, visit Wikipedia.

Natalie Ainsworth: Natalie represents AstraZeneca and is involved in fostering positive change. Her professional background and contributions can be explored on LinkedIn.

Geraldine Dichamp and Steve Edney: From Pernod Ricard (and Expression for Growth), they represent Pernod Ricard and focus on responsible alcohol consumption and corporate dialogue with future consumers. Geraldine's profile is available on LinkedIn.

Steffi Malina Kabre: A first-time attendee and One Young World Ambassador, Steffi works with the UN World Food Programme, focusing on women's health in Burkina Faso. Her professional details can be found on LinkedIn.

Madina Abacar: Madina is a finance professional and influential blogger from Mozambique, known for her foundation supporting young women's professional careers. More about her journey is available at Lionesses of Africa.

Anxhela Bruci: An Albanian woman trafficked as a child, Anxhela now focuses on helping others exploited by modern slavery. Her LinkedIn profile provides more insights: LinkedIn.

 

 

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This episode was recorded in October 2023

Interviewer: Richard Freeman for always possible

Editor: CJ Thorpe-Tracey for Lo Fi Arts

 

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