Podcasts about alleviate poverty

April 9, 2025 Strategies to Alleviate Poverty in Cook County and Beyond – The University Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice City Club event description: The City Club of Chicago and the University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice are partnering on an ongoing event series that […]

Roundtable Discussion – How do we Alleviate Poverty? We explore together how Jesus addresses poverty in the context of His Kingdom. This is why we pursue the Storehouse Vision, which is the gospel being preached, and the Kingdom of God coming to the earth as it is in heaven. https://newbreed.co/storehouse/ Background Discussions Systemic PovertyHomes for […]

Roundtable Discussion – How do we Alleviate Poverty? We explore together how Jesus addresses poverty in the context of His Kingdom. This is why we pursue the Storehouse Vision, which is the gospel being preached, and the Kingdom of God coming to the earth as it is in heaven. https://newbreed.co/storehouse/ Background Discussions Systemic PovertyHomes for […]

This month's series comes from a book called When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor… and Yourself. It's a book about changing our whole mentality on missions, as we recognize the hurt we can do when we try to help in the wrong ways. We need to develop a new paradigm for missions - recognize that when we go into communities, we do not bring God with us. God is already there. Ephesians 3:14-21 fmhouston.com

It can be easy to overlook the people behind all the technology we use. But a startup based in India called Karya is putting them front and center, both in its method and its marketing. The company’s stated goal is to alleviate poverty for Indians living in low-income communities by paying them approximately $5 per hour, a wage that’s higher than the market rate, to create data. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali spoke with Vivek Seshadri, Karya’s chief technology officer and co-founder, about how his company fits into the lucrative data collection business.

It can be easy to overlook the people behind all the technology we use. But a startup based in India called Karya is putting them front and center, both in its method and its marketing. The company’s stated goal is to alleviate poverty for Indians living in low-income communities by paying them approximately $5 per hour, a wage that’s higher than the market rate, to create data. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali spoke with Vivek Seshadri, Karya’s chief technology officer and co-founder, about how his company fits into the lucrative data collection business.

This is part 2 of 2 series of interviews aired over BALINTATAW a long-time and multi-awarded radio program in DZRH Radio. Hosted by know personality Cecile Alvarez Guidote with co-host veteran journalist Belinda Olivares Cunanan. In this last series, Richie Cuna founder of the 30-year-old Milkin Group of Companies described his entrepreneurial journey. He likewise began a business originated in japan known as KURIMI Milktea Bar. The latter began exactly on the same day the pandemic struck March 20, 2020. Fast forward to the end of December 2022, Richie's Kurimi would be 60 branches nation-wide. Listen --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/armando-bartolome5/support

BALINTATAW is one of the most awarded radio programs aired over DZRH Radio 666 AM. It is hosted by known personality Cecile GuidoteAlvarez and co-hosted by long-time journalist Belinda Olivares Cunanan. It was a pleasure and honor to be invited and shared how Franchising can help alleviate poverty. This is part 1 of the 2 series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/armando-bartolome5/support

This week's episode is all about health and education - and the vast, deep and terrible inequalities that exist within both arenas globally.Both healthcare and education are huge, important, and life-changing things that we who live within the minority world too often take for granted. Suggested resources for continued education:BOOKSCorbett, S., & Fikkert, B. (2009, June 24). When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor and Yourself. Chicago, Illinois: Moody PublishersTodd, S. C. (2014) Hope Rising. Nashville, Tennessee: Nelson Books Alcorn, R. (2003) Money, Possessions and Eternity. Carol Stream, Illinois: Tyndale House Publishers Lupton, R. D. (2011, October 11). Toxic charity: How churches and charities hurt those they help (and how to reverse it). New York, New York: Harper OneFikkert, B., & Kapic, K. (2019, March 5) Becoming Whole: Why the Opposite of Poverty Isn't the American Dream. Chicago, Illinois: Moody Publishers Keller, T. (2012, August 7). Generous Justice How God's Grace Makes Us Just. London, England. Penguin Books.Comer, J.M.,  (2019) The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. Colorado Springs, Colorado: WaterBrook DOCUMENTARIESMiller, M.M. & Fitzgerald J.F. Jr. (Producers). (2014). Poverty Inc. Available from https://www.povertyinc.org/

How can a shoe become a catalyst for global change? Kenton Lee is founder of Because International, an innovative accelerator that uses products as solutions to alleviate poverty. Listen as he shares a simple idea that is now impacting hundreds of thousands of children across the world. Kenton Lee founded Because International after traveling to Nairobi, Kenya in 2007 following graduation from Northwest Nazarene University. While volunteering at a small orphanage, he noticed a little girl wearing shoes much too small for her feet—sparking his idea for The Shoe That Grows. Today, Kenton primarily works on fundraising with major donors and foundation partners. Since graduating from college, he has received master's degrees from Regis University, Regent University and Northwest Nazarene University. He also runs an innovative accelerator helping other entrepreneurs turn their solutions for alleviating poverty into viable companies that make a profound social impact. In his spare time, you can find Kenton with his nose in a good book, taking part in local business organizations or spending time with his wife and two children. What We Discuss with Kenton Lee in This Episode Why and how he came up with the idea for The Shoe That Grows Illustrating the shoe's features Adapting to the needs of end users From 3,000 to 400,000 shoes distributed Why some startup ideas succeed while others don't The importance of passion for your work The power of YES Differentiating conviction from delusion Don't give up – it might be hard, but it will be worth it Style Her Empowered (SHE) school uniforms that grow for girls in Togo How they demonstrate their faith through practical love Creating your own ripple of impact Complete Show Notes: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/business/426-the-shoe-that-grows-with-kenton-lee 

Long-term, effective impact work takes heart. However, heart alone is insufficient and can even lead to causing more harm than good.  Find out how in this episode of Slingshot Stories.Show LinksEd Gillentine:EdGillentine.comInstagram: @journey.to.impactSlingshot Memphiswww.slingshotmemphis.orgLinkedInInstagram: @slingshotmemphisEmail: disrupt@slingshotmemphis.org

Wendy Thiessen, the Canadian director of PiFò Haiti, has a passion for speaking truth and advocating for how we can help others without the unintended consequence of harming the families, economy, and community we are assisting. She is a very strong advocate for being relational and asking, “what can we do for you”, rather than being churches and individuals collecting clothing, shoes, and toys because it feels good and it's what we “think” they need. PiFò Haiti's programs are completely run by the community in which they serve. In response to the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti an organization known as Haiti Christian Schools (HCS) partnered together with 4 schools to provide affordable education to a small community on the island of La Gonâve, Haiti.In 2014, with the understanding that moving from emergency relief to recovery is important, the organization began to focus on creating longer-term, locally led initiatives.In 2020 HCS became PiFò Haiti. PiFò is a Haitian Créole word meaning “Stronger”. Thanks to God's amazing provision and the generosity of our supporters, the organization had become just that, stronger. This is also the year we began working with GCF, God was strengthening the organization both in Haiti and in North America.Our programs have grown beyond education. Our prayer since we began in 2011 has been a consistent food program at each of our partner schools. It is a very costly initiative, but 10 years later we are beyond excited, our prayers have been answered. Thanks to the support of Trinity Hope an organization based in the United States who use local labour and supplies to provide affordable food programs all over Haiti.We currently have food programs in all our schools, 5 teachers will be graduating from teachers college this year, we are able to provide food and medical funds for vulnerable community members, and we are strengthening an agriculture project that will provide jobs and food for a community in the mountains. None of this would be possible without God's grace and the strong relationships we have with the locals in the community. Resources:https://www.pifohaiti.org/https://gcfcanada.com/pifo-haiti/https://friendsgc.com/pifo-haiti/ Recommended books to read:"Slow Kingdom Coming, Practices for Doing Justice, Loving Mercy and WalkingHumbly in the World" by Kent Annan"When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor...andYourself" by Steve Corbett, Brian Fikkert

During the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, guests discuss how they think a universal basic income program could help alleviate poverty in Rochester.

According to an expert panel report released on Monday (13 December), a basic income grant in South Africa will help combat poverty, but won't do much to create jobs. Refilwe Moloto speaks to Prof Murray Leibbrandt, Professor of the School of Economics at UCT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the fourth chapter of CitizenCentral we hear from Ella Jakubowska and Catarina Neves - discussing different ways to protect fundamental rights and reduce inequality across the EU. Reclaim Your Face - the Civil society initiative for a ban on biometric mass surveillance practices is trying to strictly regulate the use of biometric technologies in order to avoid undue interference with fundamental rights. The nuances in how people, companies and governments are using technology – and for what purposes and how this impacts our lives – get covered in this episode. The organisers of Start Unconditional Basic Income (UBI) throughout the EU want the European Commission to make a proposal for universal basic income throughout the EU, to improve the welfare for European citizens in all Member States.

Churches were foundational in getting Iowa Heartland started 31 years ago and remain some of our most important and strongest partners today. Ali and J'Kalein explore this topic as they chat with Hilary Cornelius, Missions Coordinator at Prairie Lakes Church and Kris Hoskinson, at Orchard Hill Church about our partnerships. Thanks for listening to episode eight of Season Two: Building Community! Episode Links(in order of mention): Builders Circle Prairie Lakes Church When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor and Yourself Orchard Hill Church Laura Hoy's Episode Walnut Neighborhood CC Podcast - Listen to Nathaniel's Episode #7 Follow us! Website: WeBuildHabitat.org/podcast Instagram: BringingDownTheHousePod | IAHeartlandHFH Facebook: BringingDownTheHousePod | IowaHeartlandHabitat TikTok: IAHeartlandHabitat Twitter: BDTH_Pod Hosts: Ali Parrish and J'Kalein Madison | Guests: Hilary Cornelius & Kris Hoskinson | Producer & Editor: Norah Schlax | Music: bensound

When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor. Corbett, Steve and Fikkert, Brian. Chicago: Moody, 2012.A discussion of the problems posed by traditional charity-based outreach by religious organizations from an evangelical point of view. Corbett & Fikkert have followed this book with others in a series called When Helping Works.Helping Without Hurting in Church Benevolence: A Practical Guide to Walking with Low-Income People Corbett, Steve and Fikkert, Brian. Grand Rapids: Moody, 2015.Provides a toolkit for what to do when people ask for help.The Justice Calling: Where Passion Meets Perseverance.Hoang, Bethany and Johnson, Kristen D. Grand Rapids: Bravos, 2016A deep dive into God's call to justice through a description of six scriptural movements – creation, the fall, Israel, Jesus, the Church, and all things being made new. Biblical watchwords framing the discussion are holiness, hesed (loving-kindness). Justice, righteousness, and shalom (flourishing wholeness).Toxic Charity: How Churches and Charities Hurt Those They Help (and How to Reverse It)Lupton, Robert D. New York: Harper One, 2011.A good resource for congregational discussions about outreach efforts, both domestic and global. Lupton's Oath of Compassionate Service is particularly helpful, challenging our traditional approach to reaching out to those in need.Beyond Charity: The Call to Christian Community Development.Perkins, John M. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 1993.An older resource for information on Christian Community Development that outlines the principles of moving into and becoming part of under-resourced neighborhoods. See web resources on CCD.Just Generosity: A New Vision for Overcoming Poverty in America, 2nd edition.Sider, Ron. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2007.Statistics are dated, but a discussion of the roots of poverty and our biblical call to justice are excellent. Sider gives Twelve Principles for a Just Society.You might be interested in other ChurchNext classes on church-community involvement and building economic justice. Consider taking:Radical Welcoming with Stephanie SpellersMetro Theology with Chip GravesCreating Common Good 1: Economic Inequality with Julio MurrayCreating Common Good 2: Christian Responsibility with Rachel Held EvansCreating Common Good 3: Educational Inequality with Nicole Baker FulghamCreating Common Good 4: A Christian Response with Justin WelbyEconomic Inequality and the Church For GroupsFor courses on establishing partnerships with particular types of community organization, try:How to Establish a Church/School Partnership with All Our ChildrenResponding to Refugees with Allison Duvall. 

Have you ever asked yourself the big question, " How Can I End Poverty?" Well, 18 year old change maker from England, Lauren Roberts-Turner,  has indeed asked herself this question; she now researches and studies ways that we can lift people out of poverty while creating an economically empowered society.  I met Lauren in April when we spoke  at a conference called the 'Footsteps Aspire for Equality Global Gathering of Women'.  I literally was mind blown by the intelligent and articulate way she described an economic program, Universal Basic Income and how this can alleviate poverty and increase financial independence. I am thrilled to have her on the show today to learn more about UBI! To Read the Transcript and Other Links for this Episode:Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/whyfimatters)

In June, we asked you, our thoughtful and curious community, what questions you had for Children's HopeChest Russia Country Director, Katya Celenina.You asked, and Katya answered! In this month's unique episode, we are featuring your fantastic questions for Katya. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

The purpose of credit unions is obvious, isn't it? Well, isn't it?One of the perceptions about credit unions is that they ‘alleviate poverty' and I guess many within the Irish & UK credit union movement will accept that perception. I suspect that banks are not perceived as alleviating poverty, by the general public or even bank workers. So, do credit unions alleviate poverty?I spoke to three well known experienced credit union people; Paul Jones, Eileen Halligan & Des Morrisey and put this question to them. I started with Dr Paul A. Jones, Director of Research at CFCFE, who is also Reader in the Social Economy at Liverpool John Moores University, where he heads up the Research Unit for Financial Inclusion. I then spoke with Eileen Halligan, CEO & Secretary at Central Liverpool Credit Union.  A well established credit union with over 16,000 members with three branches. Finally, I got the views of Des Morrisey, the former, CEO of Tallaght Credit Union in Ireland. A 35 year old credit union with 17, 000 members, with over EU65m in assets. 

Today, Maria talks with Kristin Palmer, Director of Online Learning Programs at the University of Virginia, where she manages their online site, which showcases diverse courses, certificates, and degrees across the University of Virginia (UVA).Kristin oversees 52 courses and 7 specializations on Coursera, serving over 4 million students with net revenues of more than 12 million USD. She is also the administrator of LinkedIn Learning and Coursera courses for the professional development of UVA students, faculty and staff at UVA.Kristin has a bachelors in photography from Rochester University, a masters in Learning, Design and Technology from Stanford University and a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Change from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara. She regularly publishes best practices for teaching online and hybrid courses and provides faculty training through various services, from self-serve how-to guides and videos to one-to-one consultations and workshops. She is an International speaker on educational technologies, innovation, massive open online courses, workforce development and open educational resources. Maria and Kristin unpack the design of online learning and distance education programs offered across UVA. They also discuss the community of inquiry framework and share best practices for cognitive, teaching and social presence. They conclude their conversation with a deep dive into the African Scholarship Cohort, the flagship program of the nonprofit organization Distance Education for Africa. Kristin shares her experience running the African Scholarship cohort program that offers monthly entrepreneurship courses available for free through a collaboration between UVA and Coursera.To provide a localized resource for business students and leaders who want to create robust businesses in Africa, Kristin co-published the book “African Business Case Studies Vol 1”, a collection of business case studies written by the participants of the African Scholarship Cohort.Tune in to learn from an inspirational leader in higher education who is making an impact on the world, helping to alleviate poverty, and promoting gender equity through accessible and affordable online education.  Listen to this episode and explore:Introducing Kristin Palmer and sharing highlights from today's episode (1:08)Growing up poor and watching her mother claw her family out of poverty (4:40)How a professor at Stanford University created new learning experiences for Kristin (5:38)Reflecting on her teaching experience as an undergrad student (6:42)Exploring graduate school options and finding the love of her life (8:17)Sharing her experience working at Hewlett-Packard (10:06)Completing her Master's in Learning, Design and Technology at Stanford University (12:52)Getting into K12 education (technology & curriculum) at Children's Health Council (13:40)How Kristin developed learning programs for special-needs students (15:28)Using the Community of Inquiry framework to build a community of lifelong learners (17:26)Unpacking the cognitive, social and teaching presence of the Community of Inquiry framework (18:46)How Kristin found her way to the University of Virginia (UVA) after consulting for The Disney Company (22:21)How Kristin got involved in co-creating the first online learning programs at UVA (24:56)The evolution of online learning programs at UVA over the years (26:30)Discussing on-campus and online degrees and certificates at UVA (29:48)A deeper look at Coursera and LinkedIn Learning for continuous professional development at UVA (32:16)How students' learning preferences have evolved amid the pandemic (35:57)Envisioning the future of teaching and learning at UVA post-pandemic (39:19)Sharing best practices for the design of online learning programs (42:32)Why flexibility and multiple modalities are essential in higher education (45:34)How Kristin's partnership with the Distance Education for Africa started (47:00)The collaboration of UVA with Coursera to support the African Scholarship Cohort (ASC) program (48:54)Offering free educational resources and customized support to the ASC program students (53:00)Publishing a collection of business case studies written by the participants of the ASC program (54:08)The importance of African youth and the role of education in our society (55:56)What Kristin wants to leave her mark on within her lifetime (01:00:12)Maria's request to listeners to recommend future guests and support the podcast (01:02:07) Where to find more about Kristin Palmer:LinkedInOnline Learning at University of Virginia  Mentioned in this episode:Online Learning Programs at University of VirginiaCoursera for University of VirginiaCommunity of Inquiry (CoI)Kristin on SlideShareDistance Education for Africa African Business Case Studies Vol.1 Decker Walker at Stanford UniversityJames Hilton (former VP and CIO at University of Virginia)Jeanne M. Liedtka at Darden School of Business at University of Virginia Prof. Edward Hess at Darden School of Business at University of VirginiaClass CentralLeading with LollipopsImpact Learning episode 94 on Flipped Learning with Robert Talbert  Production team:Host & Producer: Maria XenidouIntroduction Voice: David Bourne  Contact us:impactlearningpodcast(at)gmail.com Music credits:Like Lee performed by The Mini VandalsTransition Sounds: Swamp Walks performed by Jingle Punks

In this episode, Dumo speaks to the The Dodgy Idealist on how to alleviate poverty and the challenges that arise when attempting to do so. All our Links

In May, we asked you, our thoughtful and curious community, what questions you had for Children's HopeChest Uganda Country Director, Joseph Elotu.You asked, and Joseph answered! In this month's unique episode, we are featuring eight of your fantastic questions for Joseph. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

In community development that focuses on poverty alleviation, community projects are incredibly important to long-term self-sustainability.Have you ever been curious about how programs are chosen for each CarePoint community? Or how programs that are implemented in Russia are different from programs implemented in Uganda? How involved are local leaders, really, in the process of development plans? In this month’s  episode, we interview Tesfa Tsegaye Abebe, Children’s HopeChest’s International Operations Director. Tesfa shares about how HopeChest develops programs and projects alongside in-country staff and how operations and projects are unique to each country and community we partner with.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

This is an interview with Sarah Buchanan Sasson, founder of Kula. Learn more about Kula: https://www.kulaproject.org/ Follow Kula on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kulaproject/

In January, we asked you, our thoughtful and curious community, what questions you had for Children’s HopeChest President and CEO, Ken Sparks.You asked, and Ken answered! In this month’s unique episode of “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” we are featuring eight of your fantastic questions for Ken. Listen in on this fun and conversational episode!Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

with guest Dr. Brian Fikkert, The Chalmers Institute, author of bestseller When Helping Hurts. In North America, success often means lots of stuff — material wealth. Then, poverty is the lack of material wealth. And so, to help someone in poverty is to make sure they have more stuff! But is that what poverty is really all about? Dr. Brian Fikkert hits us with a healthier way of understanding who is “the poor” (spoiler: it might include YOU, too) and how we should look at poverty. What should our goal be when trying to help, and not hurt? Recommended Resources: https://www.amazon.ca/Walking-Poor-Principles-Transformational-Development/dp/1570759391 (Walking with the Poor )by Bryant Myers https://www.amazon.ca/Becoming-Whole-Opposite-Poverty-American-ebook/dp/B07G2WLLJY (Becoming Whole: Why the Opposite of Poverty isn't the American Dream)" by Fikkert and Kapic https://www.amazon.ca/Field-Guide-Becoming-Whole-Alleviation-ebook/dp/B07P2CNK4S (The Field Guide to Becoming Whole) by Fikkert and Kapic https://www.amazon.ca/When-Helping-Hurts-Steve-Corbett/dp/0802409989 (When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor....and Yourself )by Corbett and Fikkert Episode hosted by Shelaine and Eric. Support this podcast

This first podcast episode of the year features HopeChest President and CEO, Ken Sparks. Hear about significant victories from 2020, as well as Ken’s vision for the organization in 2021. You don’t want to miss these exciting updates!Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Michael Morris. Michael is a professor of entrepreneurship and social innovation of the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame, where he focuses on new venture creation, social entrepreneurship and innovation; corporate venturing; entrepreneurship and poverty and more. He has authored 13 books, 24 book chapters, and more than 130 articles in peer-reviewed journals.

For many, this year has been a struggle with mental health. This month we are sharing an interview with Andrea Mazariegos and Jose Carlos Ramos, two Guatemala CarePoint Coordinators with backgrounds in psychology. To support children’s emotional health and provide discipleship during a season of lockdowns in Guatemala, they created an innovative program called a TEC Moment. Learn all about their vision behind this impactful program, hear how they have seen children’s lives radically transform through discipleship, and experience a mindfulness exercise with Jose in this exciting episode!Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

How is the pandemic affecting one of the most impoverished communities in Kenya, and what is being done to meet critical needs and create opportunities for long-term change in that area? Hellen Makani, dynamic leader of Mt. Elgone CarePoint shares captivating stories that will fill your heart with hope. ____________________________________________________The transformation that you hear about in this month’s podcast is possible because of people like YOU who come alongside leaders, like Hellen, and empower them to be a force of change in their communities. As you listen to Hellen’s stories of how food support has saved lives at Mt. Elgone during the coronavirus pandemic, we ask that you consider a meaningful donation. >> www.hopechest.org/covid Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Greg responds to questions about the wisdom of challenging others on political issues, the definition of atheism, using “Yeshua” instead of “Jesus,” and talking to unreceptive elderly family members. Topics:When is it worth it to challenge someone on a political issue if it will possibly put your witness at risk? (01:00)Do you believe an atheist is someone who doesn’t believe there’s a God? (22:00)How would you respond to someone who believes we should use “Yeshua” or some name other than “Jesus”? (34:00)Any advice about how I should talk to my grandfather who’s in failing health but doesn’t want to talk about God? (49:00)Mentioned on the Show: Money, Greed, and God by Jay RichardsInterview: Jay Richards – Money, Greed, and God – STR PodcastIn, but Not Of: A Guide to Christian Ambition and the Desire to Influence the World by Hugh HewittRelated Links:How to Alleviate Poverty by Amy Hall (includes a lecture by Jay Richards)

Children’s HopeChest stands on the side of justice. Hear from Ken Sparks (HopeChest President and CEO), Rachel Andrews (VP of Community Partnerships), and Mickey Gutema (Ethiopia Country Director) about how Children’s HopeChest’s core values promote racial justice. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

This month’s podcast episode is part two and the last of the multi-episode “day in the life” series featuring HopeChest’s Ugandan and Ethiopian in-country staff.Hear straight from Fikre, Yared, and Alex as they share stories from their daily work at HopeChest’s Ethiopia head office. Combined, these three leaders have 25 years of experience working in child advocacy. In this episode, Rachel makes them choose JUST ONE “most impactful story” that they have witnessed in their work. Don’t miss these stories of transformation that you, our listener and supporter, have been a part of.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

While traveling last winter, VP of Community Partnerships, Rachel Andrews, sat down with Fikre, Yared, and Alex, who shared what their daily work is like at the head office in Ethiopia as Program Coordinators. In this episode, they share what the most rewarding and challenging aspects of their work are and how nonprofits are changing under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s leadership.A quirky thing about this episode is that it was recorded in the dark because the power went out! Listen to part one of this two-part interview with HopeChest’s incredible Ethiopia staff!Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Greg talks to Jay Richards about the 10th anniversary edition of Money, Greed, and God: The Christian Case for Free Enterprise. Topics:Interview: Jay Richards on Money, Greed, and God: The Christian Case for Free Enterprise (00:00)Mentioned on the Show: Jay W. RichardsMoney, Greed, and God 10th Anniversary Edition: The Christian Case for Free Enterprise by Jay W. RichardsThe Privileged Planet: How Our Place in the Cosmos Is Designed for Discovery by Guillermo Gonzalez and Jay W. RichardsRelated Links:How to Alleviate Poverty by Amy Hall (includes video of a lecture by Jay Richards)Values Fight Poverty by Amy HallVirtues and the Economy by Amy Hall

Combined, Ezra, Stella, and Philip have 15 years of experience leading communities in Uganda. Although Children’s HopeChest’s CarePoint community development begins by focusing on children, these three have a lot on their plates as they serve not only the children at their CarePoints, but their entire communities!These remarkable CarePoint Project Coordinators recently spent some time with Rachel Andrews, VP of Community Partnerships, to discuss what their daily work is like at the CarePoint; the encouragement that keeps them going when they face opposition and difficulties; and how they are seeing their communities change before their eyes.Join us in listening to the interesting and impactful lives of Ezra, Stella, and Philip in this first part of our multi-episode series.________________________________If you want to support future leaders in Uganda, please consider a donation to the Uganda Leadership and Development Program. When you empower a future leader, you empower a community. Consider giving an impactful gift today at hopechest.org/ugandaleadership. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Combined, Ezra, Stella, and Philip have 15 years of experience leading communities in Uganda. Although Children’s HopeChest’s CarePoint community development begins by focusing on children, these three have a lot on their plates as they serve not only the children at their CarePoints, but their entire communities!These remarkable CarePoint Project Coordinators recently spent some time with Rachel Andrews, VP of Community Partnerships, to discuss what their daily work is like at the CarePoint; the encouragement that keeps them going when they face opposition and difficulties; and how they are seeing their communities change before their eyes.Join us in listening to the interesting and impactful lives of Ezra, Stella, and Philip in this first part of our multi-episode series.________________________________If you want to support future leaders in Uganda, please consider a donation to the Uganda Leadership and Development Program. When you empower a future leader, you empower a community. Consider giving an impactful gift today at hopechest.org/ugandaleadership. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Not even a Colorado blizzard could stop these two from recording an episode for “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” In this month’s episode, Sam and Rachel (VP of Community Partnerships) talk through how HopeChest Guatemala’s programs are restoring dignity for children, their families, and entire communities.Samuel Montero has a passion for restoring people through the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As Program Manager in Guatemala, he oversees projects and programs at CarePoints, mentoring CarePoint leaders and community entrepreneurs. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

We’re publishing our first podcast of the year, and this one is in celebration of our 25th anniversary!During this exciting conversation, Sally Townsend (Chairperson of the Board) and Ken Sparks (CEO and President) share:about the first moment they felt deeply connected to HopeChest’s missionwhat we’ve learned after 25 years of fighting the cycle of poverty around the globe more about our clear and innovative vision for the future of child sponsorshiphow we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary (you’ll want to be there!)We’re making big moves toward an even greater focus on hope, dignity, and relationship. Hear how. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

We use the word “transformation” a lot here at Children’s HopeChest. Sometimes, when a word is used so often, it can begin to feel lackluster. Today on the “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” podcast, we are sharing six different stories of transformation to bring the word alive. Each story is unique and vividly depicts the transformation not only of the children at HopeChest CarePoints, but also of North American partners as well!If these stories resonate with you and want to join us in the fight to end the cycle of poverty, you can give a year end gift at: hopechest.org/transform Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2019 was awarded jointly to Abhijit Banerjee, Esther Duflo and Michael Kremer for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty. The research has already helped in alleviating global poverty and has great potential to further improve the lives of the most impoverished people on the planet. In just two decades, their new experiment-based approach has transformed development economics, which is now a flourishing field of research. The Nobel Prize Museum and SNS have the honour to welcome Professor Michael Kremer to a seminar to give an overview of the research area and discuss implications for policy.

Today we are delighted to share a special conversation with Rachel Andrews (HopeChest VP of Community Partnerships) and Masha Bodrova (HopeChest Russia Finance and Program Coordinator), who have been dear friends for 21 years. In this month’s episode they discuss how HopeChest Russia has grown over the last 25 years, the decision Masha made that changed the trajectory of her life, and how building relationships with orphanage graduates is breaking the cycle of poverty and orphanhood. HopeChest Russia’s staff are our greatest resource in Russia. They are a lifeline connecting orphanage graduates to the CarePoints’ life-changing programs. Today we invite you to meet Masha, an incredible leader and a mentor for many of Russia’s orphaned youth.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Episode 7:  In this episode, the host, Angie Gust, continues discussing John Travis’s 12 dimensions of wellness as a way to improve your own personal health and wellness.  This episode focuses on thinking and how optimism is related to your ability to use the placebo effect to help your health and on the other hand, how pessimism increases the chances that you will have negative physiologic outcomes- the nocebo effect.  She also discusses the C40 Cities  which organizes the World Mayor’s Summit each year –most recently Oct 9-12 in Copenhagen, and how they are working to address climate change. Several personal actions are suggested, such as participating in the political process, so that everyone can be part of the solution.   References BBC News. Unilever to cut plastic use to appeal to Gen Z.Accessed 1 Oct 2019 https://www.bbc.com/news/business-49923460 7 October 2019 Beacom, N. Planting native prairie could be a secret weapon for farmers.  Accessed 14 October 2019 https://civileats.com/2019/10/15/planting-native-prairie-could-be-a-secret-weapon-for-farmers/ C40 Cities. Accessed 28 Oct 2019 https://www.c40.org Benfield, K. 2012 What communities should do to protect against climate change. Accessed 21 Oct 2019 https://www.citylab.com/equity/2012/03/what-communities-should-do-protect-against-climate-change/1562/  Carbon Offsets to Alleviate Poverty. Accessed 28 Oct 2019 https://cotap.org/reduce-carbon-footprint/ Curtis, S. Oct 15, 2019. Mayors of 94 cities are taking the Green New Deal global, as states fail to act on climate crisis. The Conversation. Accessed 16 Oct 2019.  http://theconversation.com/mayors-of-94-cities-are-taking-the-green-new-deal-global-as-states-fail-to-act-on-climate-crisis-125282 Horovitz, B. Oct 14, 2019. From the rooftops, Big Box Stores are embracing solar. Accessed 16 Oct 2019 https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/07/business/energy-environment/rooftop-solar-panels-retailers.html Housman, J. Oct 21, 2019. Accessed 22 Oct 2019 With this new label, climate neutral gear may take a big leap forward. https://www.adventure-journal.com/2019/10/with-this-new-label-climate-neutral-gear-may-take-take-big-leap-forward/    

Magnus started his career as a Salmon farmer in rural Argyll, but when the Balkan conflict began, he and his brother were so moved by the scenes on television that they gathered a jeep-load of aid and joined a convoy travelling to Bosnia to distribute it. In 2002 his work led him to Malawi, where he met a family whose situation would alter the course of his work, and Mary’s Meals was born. It now feeds over 1.5 million children across the world.In conversation with his editor, Carlos Darby, Magnus discusses what the essence of charity is, how it can lead us to a happier, more joyful life, and how it is associated with his Christian faith.'When we're tempted to shut the door and look inward and think about our own problems, or what we want, or what we desire, I don't think that generally brings us to a happier place [...] we are created to be people who are charitable, who look outwards, and if we can do that I think we become happier, more joyful people.'All the books discussed throughout this series are available at Apple Books, via this link: https://apple.co/ideasmatter See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you remember the songs that have transformed your life? The songs that have met you on dark days and carried you to brighter seasons? Music's power to heal and encourage is universal, but today Londiwe Dlamini is sharing stories of music empowering youth in Eswatini.Londiwe is the Music Ministry Leader and spends her time mentoring the most vulnerable children in Eswatini's CarePoint communities. Part of her work includes discovering and unlocking children's potential and helping them to translate that potential from music to other aspects of their lives.Londiwe leads from a place of understanding. In this month's episode, she shares how discovering her voice in the midst of a difficult childhood transformed her life. It's impossible to miss her passion for her work, and this episode is FULL of stories of hope.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Simon Okello is a man who makes instant friends. He has been working with Children’s HopeChest for over seven years and is Uganda’s Sponsorship and Communications Manager. In this position Simon gets to know the most vulnerable children and families in Uganda’s CarePoint communities and manages the processes of children joining and exiting the sponsorship program. He is loved by children at all of our Uganda CarePoints for his lightheartedness, compassion, advocacy, and many many jokes.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

This year Children’s HopeChest is celebrating 25 years as an organization and we’re reflecting on where it all started. Katya Celenina, HopeChest Russia Country Director is recognized for her expertise in older orphan care, not just at HopeChest, but across Russia. She is one of HopeChest Russia’s most valuable assets! In this month’s episode, Katya shares about HopeChest’s beginning, how HopeChest CarePoints are breaking cycles of orphanhood, and the unique challenges and opportunities that Russian youth are facing.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Many idigenous groups that will be impacted by both the Kinder Morgan and Coastal Gaslink pipelines support the two pipelines as a way of alleviating poverty on their reserves. A bid by indigenous group Project Reconciliation to buy 51% of the Kinder Morgan Pipeline, outlines planes to direct 20 per cent of Trans Mountain's estimated $180 million in future annual cash flow to shareholder communities while the rest would be used to create a sovereign wealth fund.   Guest: Shane Gottfriedson B.C. Director of Project Reconciliation, and former Tk'emlups chief.

Why doesn’t HopeChest allow travelers to bring bags full of toys to hand out to children? Why are HopeChest trips called “partner visits” and not “mission trips?” Why do we ask travelers to never leave behind money for children or locals? Why don’t travelers build or complete short-term projects while they’re visiting?All these questions and more answered by Guatemala CPM, Stephanie Mutert, who has been leading partner visits for 14 years, and Carolina Cardona, Guatemala Country Director who spends time with HopeChest teams while they are visiting.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

The featured book for this episode is When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor...and Yourself, by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert. I am joined by my service trip co-leader, Carissa Chandler, to discuss the book and share the story of our partner community in Haiti, Camp Mary.

Today we have a fun episode of “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” This conversation is with JoE, who has spent at least 20 years emotionally supporting youth across various cultures, equipping adults to walk through grief counseling with vulnerable children, and delivering grief counseling training for HopeChest staff in Uganda and Eswatini. In today’s conversation we talk about some interesting topics, including how his name is not JoE, his favorite rugby team, and how he relates with the people he emotionally supports through having processed his own painful experiences. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Today we’re thrilled to share this conversation with Carolina Cardona, who is HopeChest’s Country Director of Guatemala. Carolina is a delight to speak with and this conversation is particularly encouraging. Carolina tells the story of her childhood and life story with graciousness and strength. We discuss many topics in this interview, including responding to the calling to serve and how Children’s HopeChest’s work in Guatemala is unique from other organizations. You’ll want to hear Carolina’s stories of how God frequently intervenes and answers her staff’s prayers in miraculous ways.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

On today’s episode of “Build Relationships. Break Poverty,” we’re sharing a conversation with Joseph, who is HopeChest’s Country Director of Uganda. Joseph’s vision and love for his country is incredibly inspiring and we are blessed as an organization to have a man with so much passion to invest in Ugandan youth. In this interview, Joseph shares about his childhood, how HopeChest’s work in Uganda is unique from other nonprofits, and tells personal stories about how he has seen prayer answered in his work. You won’t want to miss the message he has for the youth of Uganda. We hope you enjoy today’s episode.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

Today we’re sharing a conversation with Mickey Taye, who is HopeChest’s Country Director of Ethiopia. Mickey is the newest Country Director to join the HopeChest team, but he’s already rocking the position with strength, insight, and passion for his work. In this personal interview, Mickey shares about his background in child advocacy, the opportunities and challenges that Ethiopia’s youth are facing, and personal stories of children’s lives being rewritten into stories of hope. I hope you enjoy and are encouraged by this conversation with my friend, Mickey. Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

On today’s episode of “Build Relationships. Break Poverty.” we are sitting down with Eswatini’s Senior Manager of Programs, Bheki Motsa. Bheki is one of three senior managers, oversees all HopeChest programs, and carries an instrumental position in all of the growth and development of work being accomplished in Eswatini. He completed training in the Swazi Leadership Academy, and is now one of Matt Gerber’s “right-hand staff.” In this episode, Bheki candidly shares about his childhood and how he joined HopeChest staff, discusses different religions in Eswatini, and illustrates how HopeChest programs are transforming lives.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Gerber, HopeChest’s and Adventures in Missions’s Country Director of Eswatini. Matt’s dream is to see his country “heal itself from within” so that Africa can provide for the needs of its own people. We had lots of fun recording this episode and even discussed some surprising topics...including Matt’s birth weight! Of course, we also discuss challenges and opportunities that Eswatini is facing and what inspires him in his work.Support the show (http://www.hopechest.org)

What is the most effective strategy to alleviate poverty? My guest today would answer that very simply: Create Jobs. He would go on to say, creating dignified and sustainable work, is the most effective way to alleviate poverty over the long haul and actually serves as the foundation that brings about transformative change in people and […]

Dr. Larry Lloyd founder and president of the Memphis Leadership Foundation shares details of the Urban Summit 2018 on this episode of Mid-South View Point. This year’s Summit is designed to help create more inclusive and empowering economies for all our neighbors in the city. Some of the nation’s proven leaders are coming to lend their expertise and proven platforms where Memphis and Shelby County ranks one of the poorest metropolitan areas in the country. Included in the speaker lineup is Brian Fikkert author of “When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor…and yourself.” The Summit is sponsored by MLF and Memphis Center for Urban Theological Studies (MCUTS). This program originally aired live on February 7, 2018 on the Bott Radio Network affiliate 640 AM and 100.7 FM in Memphis, TN with host Byron Tyler.

Brian Fikkert, co-author of bestselling book, When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor and Yourself, discusses with us how the church should define poverty and how it can address poverty in ways that bring dignity and help people understand that they are God's image bearers. [et_social_share]

Brian Fikkert, co-author of bestselling book, When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor and Yourself, discusses with us how the church should define poverty and how it can address poverty in ways that bring dignity and help people understand that they are God's image bearers. [et_social_share]

Originally aired on Faith Radio on March 18, 2015 with Austin Hill. We discuss how to get young people more involved in starting businesses and entrepreneurship.  Poverty is alleviated through […]

Cash Flow Diary podcast guest Peter Harris wasn’t always part of University Venture Fund, a multi-million-dollar group that does what it can to thwart poverty from the ground up by helping individuals see their dreams through to fruition. In fact, Peter wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps as an engineer. However, his father decided he didn’t like working the 9-to-5 life and became an entrepreneur. That took Peter to a whole new path in life. (And he still followed in his father's footsteps!) The great news is that Peter rocks as an entrepreneur who helps others to the same. Peter’s journey put him in the direct line of the impoverished. When that happened he vowed to find a way to use business to help them change their lives. Peter eventually learned how micro-franchising works so his group could offer that to individuals. This form of franchising can help the most financially challenged reach their dreams of business ownership. To make this happen for all those he wants to help, Peter had to learn a lot. He had to hit the re-start button on some of his personal business ventures, too. He refocused on the venture funding group and now helps students attain the capital they need to get where they want to go in life. Learn how Peter Harris solves problems for lots and lots of people every day. You’ll enjoy hearing about what it took to get him to the place he is now. As with a lot of entrepreneurial tales, the path wasn't laid out for him and it took a lot of dips and turns. Learn more.

What is Kiva?Kiva is a non-profit organization with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty. Leveraging the internet and a worldwide network of microfinance institutions, Kiva lets individuals lend as little as $25 to help create opportunity around the world. On day 2 of the Lean Startup Conference, I didn't speak with attendees […] The post How Kiva.org Uses Lean Startup to Alleviate Poverty appeared first on OpEx Learning Resources.

What is Kiva?Kiva is a non-profit organization with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty. Leveraging the internet and a worldwide network of microfinance institutions, Kiva lets individuals lend as little as $25 to help create opportunity around the world. On day 2 of the Lean Startup Conference, I didn’t speak with attendees […] The post How Kiva.org Uses Lean Startup to Alleviate Poverty appeared first on Shmula.

Featuring Brian Fikkert, co-author of When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty without Hurting the Poor and Yourself. Dr. Brian Fikkert is the Founder and Executive Director of the Chalmers Center for Economic Development (www.chalmers.org), a research and training center that is dedicated to helping churches and missionaries to declare the kingdom of God by bringing economic development and spiritual transformation to the poor (www.chalmers.org). Brian also serves as a Professor of Economics and Community Development at Covenant College. - See more at: http://www.bethguckenberger.com/?page_id=301#sthash.eEuf7d8C.dpuf

The past decade has seen great interest in information and communication technologies applied to international development, an endeavor sometimes abbreviated ICTD. Can mobile phones be used to improve rural healthcare? How do you design user interfaces for an illiterate migrant worker? What value is wireless technology to a farmer earning a dollar a day? In this panel, four prominent thinkers active in ICTD debate the potential for electronic technologies to contribute to the socio-economic development of the world’s impoverished communities. Eric Brewer is a UC Berkeley professor who develops wireless technologies to connect rural communities. Megan Smith is vice president of new business development at Google and managing director of Google.org. Kentaro Toyama is co-founder of Microsoft Research India, and a computer scientist turned technology skeptic. Wayan Vota is a senior director at Inveneo, a non-profit that works to provide information technology to underserved communities of the developing world.