Her Story

The daughter of Vietnamese refugees, Dr Sheila Nguyen, shares her journey from a cockroach-infested one-bedroom apartment in America, to discovering her passion for the environment and sport. As Executive Director and Co-founder of the Sports Environment Alliance, Sheila now finds herself combining her two loves as she champions for social change.

To round-off our year, we come to you with a topic that is deeply personal to our hearts-Sexual Assault. Lauren Taylor, the Outreach Director at Safe to Speak, talks to us about Sexual Assault, how to recognize when it is happening and how to reach out for help in the event of its occurrence. Host: Lauren Taylor. Music: Apollo by Patrick Patrikios License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Our Executive Director, Titilayo Arowolo, who grew up in Nigeria before she moved to America at 15, shares her thoughts on the #ENDSARS Protests and charges the Nigerian Youth to remain politically engaged to command long-term change in Nigeria. Host: Titilayo Arowolo. Editor: Titilayo Arowolo. Producer: Titilayo Arowolo. Music: Apollo by Patrick Patrikios License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode of Her Story, We talked with Amanda about her love for art and makeup and how a nice self-care activity got her a like on Twitter from the official Euphoria page. Tune in to join our conversation about mental health, transferring from college and our view of politics in this time. Host: Titilayo Arowolo. Guest: Amanda Ciocca. Editor: Titilayo Arowolo. Producer: Titilayo Arowolo. Music: Your call by Kevin MacLeod. Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5018-your-call License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

One in four pregnancies end in miscarriage. While it may be common, women and their partners often suffer in silence, as they grapple with feelings of shame and failure. Kirsty Nisbet wants to change that. After three miscarriages in the space of 12 months, she gives an honest and raw account of her experience as she tries to navigate her way through the unspoken trauma associated with the loss of a baby. This is her story.

Fatou talks to us about how she has been able to maintain 5-figures in savings and keep a credit score of 738. Tune in to learn about making the right first steps in your financial life, and resources that would help you maintain the right habits for a rich life.

Bianca Hunt is a breath of fresh air. Young, exuberant and passionate, the co-host of Yokayi Footy is a new voice in a space traditionally dominated by men . A proud Kamilaroi, Barkindji, Ballardong and Wadjak woman, Bianca shares her career journey and talks candidly about the Black Lives Matter movement and the fight against racism.

In the EducateHER Series, Titi has an IG live conversation with Chidinma Chikwe about how Nigeria can move forward and take the protests to their homes in the wake of the rape and murder of Uwaila Vera Omozuwa. Chidinma Chikwe is an author and activist that focus on sexual and gender-based violence prevention and response. She is also a survivor of child sexual abuse and is particular about the development, healing and resilience of children, women and survivors. Host: Titilayo Arowolo. Guest: Chidinma Chikwe. Music: Your call by Kevin MacLeod. Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5018-your-call License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

As a teenager, Anne Fedorowytsch knew she wanted to work in footy. Fast forward a decade and she's now the AFL's social media guru. So how did she get there? And what is it like following around a bunch of footballers with your phone? She takes us behind the scenes and shares her experience with the dark side of social media.

In the EducateHER Series, Titi has an IG live conversation with Kidist Habte, the co-founder of Black Minds Matter about education justice, food sovereignty, equitable funding, the school-to-prison pipeline and starting a movement. Host: Titilayo Arowolo. Guest: Kidist Habte Editor: Titilayo Arowolo. Music: Your call by Kevin MacLeod. Link: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5018-your-call License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Women with the BRCA gene mutation are up to 72 per cent more likely to develop breast cancer, while their risk for ovarian cancer is 44 per cent. These figures are staggering. So what is it like to live with the knowledge you're at risk? Melanie Maziels shares her journey from discovery to preventative double mastectomy and beyond.

Kendall De Sousa had just received a dream promotion at work when she discovered a lump. Breast cancer at age 34 was certainly not part of her plan but she has tackled chemo and surgery with an incredibly positive mindset. Resilient and strong, she reflects on the last seven months. This is her story.

In this episode of Her Story, Titi and Lauren-Meghan talk with Elisa about coming out, jealousy, domestic violence and how her journey created her passion to advocate for youths through her organization DAAY- Domestic Abuse Awareness for Youths. Host: Titilayo Arowolo and Lauren-Meghan Botha. Guest: Elisa Boyer. Editor: Titilayo Arowolo. Producer: Titilayo Arowolo. Music: Study And Relax by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5764-study-and-relax License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

What is it like being a young Muslim woman in Australia? From wearing a hijab, to the challenges of dating, Aicha Saad talks about her faith and what it means to her. She also shares an important life lesson after being shaken by a family tragedy.This is her story.

Over 36,500 people have died from coronavirus in the UK, while the number of cases continues to climb over 260,000. Health workers are drowning in the sheer weight of numbers, and the physical and mental toll is starting to show. Six months ago, Gabi Opray moved to London as a paramedic, she now finds herself on the frontline, nearly 17,000km away from home. This is her story.

18 month ago, Rhiannon Green suffered an unimaginable loss. She talks openly and honestly about losing a baby, and her journey back to happiness.

In this episode of Her Story, Titi talks with Fatou about her growth as an American who moved to Senegal at a young age and moved back to America at the age of 10. They discuss education, bullying and her passion for policy-making. Host: Titilayo Arowolo. Guest: Fatou Dioum. Editor: Titilayo Arowolo. Producer: Titilayo Arowolo. Music: Your Call by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5018-your-call License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In the first episode of the “Her Story” series, Titi and Beza talk to Feven Jembere about her journey and the experiences that make her who she is. Special Thanks to Sativa Volbrecht, Danielle Allen, Jinna Lee, Adrianna Barnette and Natalie Perkins for sharing what being a woman means to them. Hosted by: Titilayo Arowolo, Beza Desta Featuring: Sativa Volbrecht, Danielle Allen, Jinna Lee, Adrianna Barnett, Natalie Perkins Edited by: Titilayo Arowolo Music: Adding The Sun by Kevin Macleod. Licensed under Creative Commons https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun