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Join hosts Nava Ghalili and Masud Olufani as they have engaging conversations with the great activists and organizers of our time.

  1. 03/10/2024

    CEO of Junub Games, Lual Mayan’s Story of Empowerment | Undaunted

    Lual Mayan, born in a South Sudanese refugee camp in 1993, shares his journey from the hardships of war to becoming the CEO of Junub Games. Lual believes that it’s easy to dehumanize the displaced if you don’t know their story–so he did what he knew best. He made Salaam, a high-tension runner game that puts a player in the shoes of a refugee forced to flee a war-torn region. But beyond changing consciousness through his games, Lual argues we need to bring opportunity to every person on Earth: “talent is evenly distributed, opportunity is not.”

    40 min

  2. 02/25/2024

    Championing Inclusivity: Peter Ogik's Advocacy for Persons with Albinism | Undaunted

    On this week’s episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by Peter Ogick, co-founder and executive director of SNUPA – the Source of the Nile Union of Persons with Albinism, a non-governmental organization in Uganda. Peter shares his personal experience of being the first person with albinism in his community and the stigma and discrimination he faced. He takes us through his profound journey, to acceptance and justice.

    30 min

  3. 02/11/2024

    Too Good to Go: Jamie Crummie’s Message of Empowerment in the Fight Against Food Waste

    On this episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by Jamie Crummie, a former lawyer turned global changemaker on a mission to combat food waste. As the co-founder of Too Good To Go, the world’s largest surplus food marketplace, Jamie has pioneered a groundbreaking app that empowers people to rescue unsold food from restaurants and retailers, preventing it from going to waste. With a presence in 17 countries, Too Good To Go boasts a staggering 61 million users and 163,000 food businesses committed to the cause. Together, they have saved an incredible 195 million bags of food from ending up in landfills. Jamie's dedication and impact have earned him prestigious accolades, including Sustainability Entrepreneur of the Year at the GB Entrepreneur Awards 2022, Trailblazing Activist in the 50 Next class of 2021, One Young World’s Entrepreneur of the Year in August 2020, and recognition as one of Forbes 30 Under 30 in Europe in February 2019. Join us as we delve into Jamie's inspiring journey and the global movement he's spearheading to make a tangible difference in the fight against food waste.

    37 min

  4. 01/29/2024

    Inventor and Author Gitanjali Rao's Vision for Global Justice Through STEM

    On this episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by the remarkable Gitanjali Rao – A Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, Inventor, Author and UNICEF Youth Advocate whose multifaceted contributions showcase her passion for making a positive impact on society through science, innovation, and advocacy. At the age of 15, Gitanjali Rao made history as the inaugural recipient of Time magazine's 'Kid of the Year' title. She has been recognized for her groundbreaking work as a scientist and innovator who used technology to tackle issues from contaminated drinking water to opioid addiction and cyberbullying. Join us to hear about Gitanjali’s personal journey and discover her perspective on how she envisions STEM as a powerful instrument for addressing global injustices.

    41 min

  5. 01/14/2024

    Xiye Bastida’s Call: A Vibrant, Regenerative Future Is Possible—But We Need To Make Drastic Changes

    On this galvanizing episode of Undaunted, Nava and Masud are joined by Xiye Bastida, an acclaimed 21-year-old climate justice activist based in New York City. When just 13, a catastrophic flood deluged her hometown in Mexico, and Xiya’s sense of stability vanished. In its place rose a fierce urgency to address the climate crisis. Since then she has become one of the major organizers of Fridays for Future New York City and a leading voice for indigenous and immigrant engagement in climate activism. She draws on the passion of her youth but also the wisdom of her Otomi-Toltec Indigenous heritage. “All of these issues are structural,” she tells us. But changing the structures requires humanity to mature and transform spiritually. “It won’t happen if we keep fighting each other, because we are not the enemy. Time is the enemy, and time is running out.”

    44 min

  6. 01/09/2024

    Why “Inclusion” isn’t the Right Idea with Professor john a. powell

    In a world where othering has become the norm, we need wise voices to guide us towards a path of unity. Professor john a. powell, Director of the Othering & Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, is such a voice. With gentleness and keen insight he breaks down the differences between inclusion and belonging, and why the struggle to co-create a just world is ultimately a spiritual enterprise.

    57 min

  7. 01/09/2024

    Unpacking Hard Truths with Faith Based Climate Activist William Morris

    We kick off Season 2 of Undaunted with Climate Activist William Morris as he delves into the roots of climate change denial in the evangelical community. William shares his journey as a Christian and scientist and how he eventually came to find harmony between scripture and science. He answers the question: what will it take to overcome climate skepticism within faith-based communities?

    46 min

  8. 05/04/2022

    Río Oxas Discusses the Environment, Community, and Racial Justice | Ep 8

    On this week's episode of Undaunted, we talk with Río Oxas, an activist with a passion for the earth, equity, and racial justice. We discuss building sustainable communities, reducing your carbon footprint, the value of our ancestors, and how you can make a difference.

    43 min
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Join hosts Nava Ghalili and Masud Olufani as they have engaging conversations with the great activists and organizers of our time.

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  • Creator
    Choose Unity
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    15
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    Clean
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