Dalourny Nemorin: Running for Congress as a Woman - A Personal Story of Refusal, Community, and Relentless Hope

In this conversation, Dalourny Nemorin shares the story behind the fire that drives her, from her Haitian roots to her work as a public defender, and now, her decision to run for Congress.

But this episode goes deeper than titles.

It’s about what it takes to keep going when the work is heavy.  How to stay hopeful without becoming naive. And why community is not just important, it’s everything.

Dalourny reflects on standing on the shoulders of those who came before her, people who believed in change before it was visible, and how that legacy shapes the way she moves through the world today.

This is a conversation about resilience, responsibility, and the kind of hope that refuses to disappear.  A powerful listen for anyone who feels called to something bigger—and is learning how to keep going.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dalourny Nemorin
03:01 Journey to Becoming a Public Defender
05:56 The Challenges of Public Defense
09:02 Resilience in Advocacy
11:59 Navigating Politics as a Woman
15:06 The Importance of Networking
17:52 Mentorship and Guidance
21:12 Running for Congress: A Call to Action
23:58 Understanding the Role of Congress
26:51 The Impact of Federal Policies
29:47 The Future of Advocacy and Change
31:55 Survival Mode: The Struggles of the Working Poor
33:00 Resilience and Optimism in the Face of Adversity
36:52 The Importance of Self-Preservation in Activism
42:07 Proposed Solutions for Healthcare and Housing Affordability
45:23 Navigating Relationships Amidst Political Beliefs
47:13 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Embracing Identity
52:27 Choosing Your Life Path and Defining Success

Links:
Website: https://www.dalourny.nyc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalourny
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dalourny

Connect with The Women On Top:

Follow The Women On Top Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts.  Subscribe for more empowering conversations and stories!

• Website: https://thewomenontop.com/
  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewomenontop 
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenontoppodcast/
  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-lynn/