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Emergency response and global humanitarian reporting from Direct Relief, an apolitical, nonsectarian non-profit with a humanitarian mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty and emergencies.

  1. Connect Podcast – Episode 4: Pokéthon Gives Back by Catching Them All

    09/03/2021

    Connect Podcast – Episode 4: Pokéthon Gives Back by Catching Them All

    On this episode of Direct Relief Connect, StephOfAnime, a Pokémon-focused content creator, and Erick Molina, a Program Manager for Latin America at Direct Relief, discuss the Pokémon community, the upcoming Pokéthon event, and the impact of Direct Relief’s work in Latin America. The upcoming Pokéthon event will take place September 3-5.

    30 min

  2. 08/10/2021

    Connect #3: Turning Traditional Music into Non-Traditional Fundraising

    On this episode of the Direct Relief Connect podcast, Sab Irene, a video game saxophonist and music educator, and Paul Grankowski, Special Events Manager at Direct Relief, discuss personal growth through music and utilizing their skills for new philanthropic opportunities in the digital space. Paul also provides great insight into some lesser-known communities that Direct […]

    33 min
  3. Connect Podcast – Episode 2: “Cooking Easy Things The Hard Way” For Good

    07/26/2021

    Connect Podcast – Episode 2: “Cooking Easy Things The Hard Way” For Good

    Graham a.k.a. Tabetai Cooking, a Food & Drink content creator, and Rose Levy, Program Manager for Global Programs at Direct Relief, discuss the joys of creative home cooking and how it can be utilized to raise funds that help community health centers. Cooking livestreams, innovation awards for health centers, and “cooking easy things the hard […]

    36 min
  4. Mental Health Support Goes to First Responders of Surfside Condo Collapse

    07/23/2021

    Mental Health Support Goes to First Responders of Surfside Condo Collapse

    In the wake of the collapse, a team of clinicians and peer support members, led by Oxnard Fire Chief Alexander Hamilton, were deployed to provide mental health services to search and rescue teams.

    15 min
  5. Connect Podcast – Episode 1: How Far Will Gamers Go to Support Charity? Jitsu May Have Found the Limit

    07/12/2021

    Connect Podcast – Episode 1: How Far Will Gamers Go to Support Charity? Jitsu May Have Found the Limit

    Introducing Direct Relief Connect, a new podcast by Direct Relief. The show brings together highly skilled philanthropists and members of Direct Relief’s staff to provide an in-depth look at the organization’s work, as well as give a glimpse into guests’ personal journeys and how they came to support causes they are passionate about. For the […]

    27 min
  6. In Homeless Communities, Gaining Trust is Key for Vaccination Efforts

    04/29/2021

    In Homeless Communities, Gaining Trust is Key for Vaccination Efforts

    While those experiencing homelessness are some of the most vulnerable to Covid-19, the population faces substantial barriers to accessing vaccines. Many lack transportation to get to and from a vaccination site. Others live nomadically, making it difficult to commit to a second vaccine appointment. But according to homelessness activist Tasia Thompson, misinformation is the primary […]

    11 min
  7. Chronic Disease and Mental Health are Linked. But How?

    04/19/2021

    Chronic Disease and Mental Health are Linked. But How?

    Research suggests other factors at work, beyond diet and exercise. At Centre Volunteers in Medicine in State College, Pennsylvania, providers are integrating mental health services and chronic disease care to help patients better manage their medical conditions.

  8. Treating an Opioid Use Disorder Is Difficult. A Pandemic Doesn’t Help.

    02/23/2021

    Treating an Opioid Use Disorder Is Difficult. A Pandemic Doesn’t Help.

    Getting treatment for an opioid use disorder can be complicated, often requiring daily visits to receive addiction medication under the supervision of a provider. While guidelines have been relaxed to reduce barriers for those seeking care, it’s not clear how effective the changes have been. “Their barriers are huge here,” said Kim Brown, the founder […]

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Emergency response and global humanitarian reporting from Direct Relief, an apolitical, nonsectarian non-profit with a humanitarian mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty and emergencies.

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  • Creator
    Direct Relief
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2021
  • Episodes
    50
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