Uwc Podcast
EPISODE 4:
In this episode, Aarti Madhusudan, the Founder of Governance Counts, engages in an intriguing conversation with Jagan on the topics of Women Leadership, Board Engagement, and Volunteering.
Join Aarti and Jagan as they share insights and experiences, shedding light on the significance of women’s leadership in today’s world. They discuss the strategies needed to empower and encourage more women in development sector to take on such positions. The conversation also delves into the importance of board engagement and the role it plays in driving organizational success. Aarti and Jagan explore the challenges faced by boards and the ways in which they can effectively contribute to the growth and development of organizations.
Furthermore, they discuss the power of volunteering and its transformative impact on individuals and communities. Aarti shares personal anecdotes and discusses how volunteering can be a catalyst for positive change, both on an individual level and within society as a whole.
EPISODE 5:
In this thought-provoking episode, we had the privilege of delving into a captivating conversation with Osama Manzar, the visionary founder of the Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF). We explored his inspiring journey from transforming India’s media houses to becoming a social entrepreneur dedicated to bridging the digital divide in rural areas.
Mr. Manzar shared his deep-rooted passion for empowering communities through digital literacy and access to information. He shed light on DEF’s innovative initiatives, such as the Community Information Resource Centres (CIRC), which have brought transformative change to remote areas without internet service. We learned how DEF utilizes partnerships with the government to impart digital literacy and provide connectivity to villages with a predominant minority population, ensuring equality and opening doors of opportunity.
We invite you to visit DEF’s website at www.defindia.org to learn more about their incredible work and explore ways to support their initiatives. And don’t forget to follow “Out of the Box Talks” on your favorite podcasting platform for more engaging conversations that challenge the status quo and inspire positive change.
DEF’s film on The Salt Agariya community from Little Rann of Kutch – https://youtu.be/fq27X8CJLTM
EPISODE 4 :
Join us for a captivating conversation on rural India with Priti David, Executive Editor of PARI. Explore the untold stories, debunked myths, and cultural richness often overlooked. From the challenges of rural-to-urban migration to preserving disappearing traditions, Priti provides unique insights. Discover the impact of PARI’s initiatives and stand in solidarity with marginalized communities.
Delve into the extensive archive at ruralindiaonline.org where folklore comes to life, showcasing the diverse narratives of rural India. Priti directs us to thought-provoking reads like Folklore (Mosaic), and takes us on a journey through the rich content available at Kuno.
A brief yet powerful exploration of rural realities awaits. Tune in!
Don’t forget to follow “Out of the Box Talks” on your favorite podcasting platform for more engaging conversations that challenge the status quo and inspire positive change.
EPISODE 3 :
In this episode, Aarti Madhusudan, the Founder of Governance Counts, engages in an intriguing conversation with Jagan on the topics of Women Leadership, Board Engagement, and Volunteering.
Join Aarti and Jagan as they share insights and experiences, shedding light on the significance of women’s leadership in today’s world. They discuss the strategies needed to empower and encourage more women in development sector to take on such positions. The conversation also delves into the importance of board engagement and the role it plays in driving organizational success. Aarti and Jagan explore the challenges faced by boards and the ways in which they can effectively contribute to the growth and development of organizations.
Furthermore, they discuss the power of volunteering and its transformative impact on individuals and communities. Aarti shares personal anecdotes and discusses how volunteering can be a catalyst for positive change, both on an individual level and within society as a whole.
EPISODE 2 (Part 2) :
In the second part, Ms. Meenakshi engages in an interesting conversation with Mr. Anshu on climate change and the future of India.
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To know more about Anshu & his works, visit www.goonj.org & www.anshugupta.org
EPISODE 2 (Part 1) :
We had the pleasure of having Mr. Anshu Gupta, Founder & Director of Goonj in our second episode of ‘Out of the Box Talks’ hosted by Ms. Meenakshi Ramesh, Executive Director, United Way of Chennai. Hear the interesting, interactive, and inspiring conversation of Mr. Anshu Gupta on the journey of Goonj focusing on the aspect of changing the lenses and bringing light on the non-issues around the value systems. With this, we conclude the 1st part of our conversation with Mr. Anshu Gupta. Stay tuned to hear deeper conversations with Mr. Anshu in our second part.
To know more about Anshu & his works, visit www.goonj.org & www.anshugupta.org
EPISODE 1 :
We sat with Revathi to understand the issues around the life of ostracized nomadic communities around the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu. The conversation brings out the interesting insights about the community and how can we get involved to work for their betterment
To know more about Vanavil, visit www.vanavil.org
