Podcasts about khadija gbla

Khadija Gbla is an absolute force to be reckoned with - and we've been closely following her work for a long time.If she's not on your radar already - Khadija is a leading human rights activist and writer, amongst many other things. She was born in Sierra Leone, spent her youth in Gambia, and, as a teenager, moved to Australia. She is a leading voice and campaigner on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Australia. In the new anthology Someone Like Me, Khadija reflects on her autism diagnosis, fighting for the rights of her son, and breaking intergenerational trauma. Edited by Clem Bastow and Jo Case, the collection of stories in Someline Like Me features twenty-five Autistic women and gender-diverse writers who share their personal stories and challenge these stereotypes. This is a deeply moving conversation and it was an honour to have Khadija join us for this chat with Soaliha. 

The Power of Community What makes a strong community, and why is it essential for personal and collective well-being? How do the connections we form shape our resilience and provide emotional support? In this discussion, we explore the importance of belonging and the role communities play in fostering a sense of unity. How does collective action drive meaningful change, and why is real progress impossible in isolation? What are some examples of communities coming together to challenge injustices and advocate for inclusivity? We reflect on how working together amplifies voices and ensures that no one is left behind. What does it mean to create an inclusive space, and why is diversity key to a thriving community? How can we make sure that everyone feels safe, valued, and heard in different environments? This conversation highlights the significance of open dialogue, mutual respect, and shared learning in strengthening our bonds. How can each of us contribute to building a supportive and empowered community? What small yet impactful actions can we take to foster connections and uplift those around us? Join us as we discuss practical ways to create a more connected and compassionate world. Follow me on: Instagram: @leannetranpsychology Facebook: @Leanne Tran Linked In: @leannetranpsychology Email me: hello@leannetran.com.au Visit my website: www.leannetran.com.au

It goes without saying that due to misrepresentations of Autism in media and popular culture, many Autistic people miss out on seeing themselves, their unique experiences and their triumphs, platformed or seen. In the new anthology Someone Like Me, award-winning author Fiona Wright reflects on her experience of anorexia – with the unique perspective of an autism diagnosis in her mid-thirties, and the knowledge as many as half of all people with anorexia may be autistic.Edited by Clem Bastow and Jo Case, the collection of stories features twenty-five Autistic women and gender-diverse writers who share their personal stories and challenge these stereotypes. This groundbreaking anthology covers a wide range of topics, from relationships and spontaneous dance parties to the natural world, eating disorders, intense passions, and religion. We'll be interviewing another contributor - leading activist Khadija Gbla - so watch this space, and be sure to grab a copy. Just a disclaimer - Fiona's story includes discussion of anorexia, so listen with care. 

What role does community play in supporting neurodivergent families? How does sharing personal stories help build resilience and create spaces for understanding? In this episode of Parent Like a Psychologist, I sit down with Khadija Blah to explore the powerful impact of collective support. How can we balance life's highs and lows while ensuring we have a strong network to rely on? Khadija shares her personal experiences, from facing challenges like her son's seizure to celebrating wins like attending a school sports day despite mobility issues. What does it mean to truly hold space for others, and why is vulnerability such an important part of building relationships? How does community advocacy drive systemic change? We discuss how sharing experiences, advocating together, and lifting each other up can lead to more inclusive environments for neurodivergent families. How can we foster these connections in our own lives and be open to unexpected sources of support? Join us in this heartfelt conversation about the importance of community, the strength found in collective resilience, and the ways we can build inclusive spaces that uplift everyone. Ready to be part of a village that truly understands? Tune in now. Follow me on: Instagram: @leannetranpsychology Facebook: @Leanne Tran Linked In: @leannetranpsychology Email me: hello@leannetran.com.au Visit my website: www.leannetran.com.au

As 2024 comes to a close, join Peta for a special highlight episode of The I Can’t Stand Podcast. Reflecting on her favourite moments from Season Four, Peta revisits powerful stories of acceptance, resilience, allyship, and the importance of disability employment. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new to the podcast, this episode celebrates the voices and experiences that made this season unforgettable. Want to hear more? You can listen to the full episodes featured in this highlights episode, just check the links below and dive into the incredible conversations that shaped season four. Maya Dove: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/the-art-of-confidence-with-maya-dove Fiona Murphy: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/exploring-the-beauty-of-sound-through-deafness-wit Chloe Tear: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/navigating-the-pressure-to-succeed-when-you-have-a Flic Manning: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/flic-manning Deanna: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/reframing-ms-transforming-mri-scans-into-art-with Annabelle Moult: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/annabelle-moult Jarrod Sandell-Hay: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/jarrod-sandell-hay Michael Hingson: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/surviving-9-11-how-fear-and-guide-dogs-can-teach-u Khadija Gbla: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/from-refugee-to-advocate-khadija-gbla-on-being-bla Emma Bennison: https://omny.fm/shows/the-i-cant-stand-podcast/emma-bennison Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript:https://www.icantstandpodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Peta chats with Khadija Gbla, a remarkable black, autistic, and disabled human rights advocate. Khadija shares their powerful journey from being a refugee to becoming a strong voice for multiple marginalised communities, including the disability, neurodivergent, and immigrant communities. They discuss the importance of embracing one's identity, the challenges of navigating intersectionality, and their hopes for a more inclusive future.   Connect with Khadija: Website: https://www.khadijagbla.com.au/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khadija_gbla/?hl=en Connect with Peta: Instagram: @petahooke Website: www.icantstandpodcast.com Email: icantstandpodcast@gmail.com Episode Transcript: https://www.icantstandpodcast.com/post/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines// 7.15: Human rights activist Khadija Gbla on their experiences living at the intersections of disability, neurodivergence, queerness and Blackness, their activism in these spaces, and their hopes for young people like themselves. Listen to the full episode on Women on the Line, which first aired on Monday 29 April//7.30: Victorian leader of the Greens Samantha Ratnam speaking at a rally on 15 April at the Parliament steps as part of the campaign to Get Elbit Out of Victoria and the A15 global economic blockade in support of Palestine//7.45: Social Sciences lecturer Dr Kristen Davis and international social work student Ramesh on the "Future Fed" cuts proposal at Federation Uni and how staff, students and union members are fighting back//8.00: Professor Suzanne Nielsen, opioid expert and Deputy Director of the Monash Addiction Research Centre, on the Victorian government's rejection of a second safe injecting room in Melbourne CBD and its impacts on the community. Read the report here//8.15: Varisha, student organiser with UniMelb4Palestine and an environmental activist, on the ongoing indefinite Gaza Solidarity Encampment on South Lawn at the Melbourne Uni Parkville Campus. Follow @unimelbforpalestine on Instagram for ongoing updates// SongsChange is Coming - Emma Donovan feat. Liz Stringer Good Luck, Babe! - Chappell RoanThe Babble - Parsnip

On this week's episode we speak with human rights activist Khadija Gbla. Khadija was born in Sierra Leone and spent their youth in Gambia before coming to Australia. We talk about their experiences living at the intersections of disability, neurodivergence, queerness and Blackness, their activism in these spaces, and their hopes for young people like themselves. A note that this conversation covers difficult topics including racism, ableism, childhood abuse, Indigenous deaths in custody, and police brutality against Black and Indigenous people. If these subjects bring up anything difficult for you, you can contact 1800 RESPECT or Lifeline on 13 11 14. Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander listeners can also call 13 YARN.

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Khadija Gbla is a human rights activist, a model, a single mother, a disability advocate and a keynote speaker.It was her TED talk in 2014, ‘My Mother's Strange Definition of Empowerment' that catapulted her into public spotlight.Khadija was born in Sierra Leone and arrived in Australia as a refugee as a child. Attending an all-white school, she navigated discrimination, racism and sexism, and had the incredibly unique experience of remembering, that as a child - she had been subject to female genital mutilation at the hands of her mother.Her courage in advocating against the practice of FGM in Australia and internationally, as well as her outspoken stance against domestic violence, has faced much family and community backlash, and yet, she continues to show up with courage, humour, optimism and strength.CONNECT WITH US:You can find Khadija on Instagram hereAnd learn more about her work hereConnect with me hereFollow along for Life Chats fun here

 In this special episode, we have the privilege of hosting an extraordinary guest, Khadija Gbla. Her resilience and determination have shattered the boundaries of adversity, and her story will leave you inspired, enlightened, and motivated to create positive change.⭐ Highlights:From Trauma to Triumph: Khadija shares her journey as a survivor of female genital mutilation (FGM) and her commitment to ending this human rights violation.Navigating Hardships as a Refugee: Gain insights into Khadija's experiences as a refugee, shedding light on the challenges faced and the strength required to rebuild a new life.Embracing Neurodiversity: Khadija shares strategies and advocates for understanding and supporting neurodiversity.Confronting Racism: Learn about Khadija's experiences with extreme racism and her efforts to combat discrimination.Motherhood and Advocacy: Explore Khadija's experiences as a mother and her advocacy for individuals on the autism spectrum.⚡ Key Takeaways:Khadija's journey inspires resilience and determination.Education and awareness are vital in eradicating practices like FGM.Supporting neurodiversity leads to a more inclusive society.Confronting racism requires dialogue, empathy, and dismantling biases.Change is possible when we believe in our ability to make a difference.Join us on the Creating Synergy Podcast as we delve into Khadija Gbla's incredible story of resilience, activism, and hope.Where to find Khadija GblaLinkedInInstagramJoin the conversation on Synergy IQ on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@synergyiq).Access SynergyIQ Website to get to know more about us. Say hello to our host Daniel Franco on LinkedIn.

On this episode of Curtain the Podcast, hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson discuss the short comings of the National inquiry into Missing and Murdered Aboriginal Women and Children. They look at where the inquiry is failing, the mistakes that are being made and the places and people the inquiry must turn to for answersThis week's episode was made possible with the support of Steve Bunbajee, Ivana Kovac Kuti, Susan Peterson, Simon Crewdson, Tim Levinson, Gillian Haines, Brami Jegan, Claire, Amanda Porter, Khadija Gbla, Lisa Williams, Anna Ashenden and other generous donors.They pledged support and you can too at https://www.patreon.com/CurtainPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast, Breanna has a mind blowing conversation with absolute powerhouse Khadija Gbla.Khadija is a feminist and human rights activist from Sierra Leone and works as a cultural consultant, a keynote speaker and an anti-FGM campaigner.This chat will have you on the edge of your seat but leave you feeling empowered and confident that you can prevail when life gets tough. And Khadija's life has been tough.You'll hear Khadija talk about:

What is your purpose in life? For some it's their family, or their job, or just to make the world a better place. Khadija Gbla is one of those people; the victim of FGM (Female Genital Mutilation) when she was young, her purpose in life is to work on educating the world so no young girl has to experience what she did. Meshel Laurie is another woman who has found strong purpose in her life; you'll know her as a comedian and radio host, but her journey to finding Buddhism has been her most life-changing experience to date. In this week's episode of Restart, Madeleine West speaks to both Khadija and Meshel about how they restarted and found their purpose, and what this clarity has brought to their lives. THE END BITS GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au. CREDITS Host:Madeleine West Producers: Emmeline Peterson Executive Producers: Tia Ucich, Elissa Ratliff & Holly Wainwright  Audio Production: Madeline Joannou Guests: Khadija Gbla and Meshel Laurie Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you're helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We're currently funding 300 girls in school every day and we aim to get to 1,000. Find out more at mamamia.com.au  Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charging up the show this week... Anna welcomes the sensational Khadija Gbla on to the show, to discuss her experience as a victim of and her activism for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Listen in as Khadija explains how this terrible form of child abuse and gender-based violence is actually taking place on Australian shores. Khadija explains her own journey towards pleasure as a woman who had had her clitoris cut from her as an innocent nine year old girl, and comments on society's default position, not only on race, religion and gender, but also on clitoric-centric assumptions. Listen in to her comments after Anna sent her a clitoral air-pulsing vibrator and question your own able-bodied assumptions about sex. Hear what she has to say about Labioplasty in Australia - not just for consenting women, but also for unconsenting children. Be confronted by the truths she conveys over White Saviourism and why she wants to move away from the stereotypical view of FGM victims as being non-white, non-Christian, non-Anglo Australian. Mentioned in the podcast: Desert Flower Australia Comfortable In My Skin IG Gender Sterotyping with Because Why Khadija Gbla now advocates for change in these areas through her work as Director for Ending Female Genital Mutilation Australia with Plan International and teaches workshops and seminars for professionals in order to educate them on prevention, care and treatment of FGM. Be brave and listen to the episode and reach out to Khadija for training requests or advice. You may safe a little girl from a lifetime of shame and health complications... Stay charged. Follow Khadija Gbla: Web khadijagbla.com.au Ted Talk Born a girl in the wrong place IG @khadijaGbla FB @KhadijaGbla Connect with happymash: IG @happymash_ fb @happymashwomen Blog A Woman Charged Web happymash.com.au --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awomancharged/message

Hi gorgeous people! Thanks for being back for another ep of Let's Talk, Period. especially after what was meant to be a two week break, turned into four!Today's episode is with Khadija Gbla! Khadija is a high profile, passionate and inspiring African Australian woman. She is an award-winning human rights activist, inspirational speaker, facilitator and philanthropist. She has displayed great courage and determination in achieving her aspirations of giving women, youth and minority groups a voice at a local, state and international level. Khadija utilises her powerful and inspired voice to advocate equality and inclusion. Khadija Gbla was born in Sierra Leone, spent her youth in Gambia, and as a teenager put down roots in Australia. Khadija was just 3-years-old when the war broke out in her country, Sierra Leone, before obtaining refugee status and resettling in Adelaide.Khadija is the lead voice and campaigner on Female Genital Mutilation in Australia. She runs a not for profit organisation Ending Female Genital Mutilation Australia which works to protect Australian girls from FGM and to support survivors of FGM. Khadija provides training for professionals, advocacy and community education for practising communities in Australia.  Khadija is also a TEDx speaker with close to 3 Million views on her talk, "My mother's strange definition of empowerment".She has represented Australia in the international arena at the Harvard National Model United Nations, Commonwealth Youth Forum and Australian and Africa Dialogue, Commonwealth heads of States Women's Forum etc. Khadija has been recognised through numerous awards for her vision and leadership. We chat on: Navigating the healthcare system as an African Australian womanWhen Khadija realised she was a victim of Female Genital MutilationThe implications of FGM and the impact it has had on her lifeHow Khadija manages her symptoms and how important it is to listen to her bodyWhat the LTP community can do to help stop FGM and support KhadijaThank you so much for listening to this episode of Let's Talk, Period with Khadija Gbla. If you want more from Khadija, you can follow her on instagram at @khadija_gbla and watch her TEDx talk here. If you want to keep updated with all things Let's Talk, Period. you can follow us on Instagram at @letstalkperiodau.Let's talk period is an independent podcast, so if you did enjoy this episode and want to support the show,  it would be amazing if you could  'subscribe' on apple podcasts and leave a rating and review, or if you're listening along on spotify, you can 'follow' the show! If you want to help grow the Let's Talk, Period. community, you could share this episode with a friend or anyone who you think might enjoy our show or even share that you're listening on your instagram grid or stories! This really helps to find new listeners and build the beautiful LTP podcast community!Your host  is Isabella Gosling (@i_gosling)

When you live your brand, it comes across in everything you do. Our guest this week, Khadija Gbla, absolutely lives and loves her brand and because of that we connected the instant we met. Khadija demonstrates how powerful using your voice and owning your story can really be. Khadija Gbla is a human rights activist, Cultural Intelligence Consultant, Model and Keynote speaker. We met at the Business Chicks Movers & Breakers Conference where she was the most incredible speaker, moving the entire room to tears - including herself! Khadija shows up 100% as herself. She is unapologetic, she is crystal clear about her message and she is here to make an impact in the world. Khadija is determined, genuine and hilarious! Her energy is infectious and whether you are reading her words, listening to her speak or sitting next to her - she is always showing up authentically as herself. I'm so excited to share this passionate discussion with you which is packed full of important reminders on why it is so crucial for you to own who you are and share that story. This is one to save and listen to over and over again!

When I say today's guest Khadija Gbla is an inspirational speaker, I mean the term “inspirational” in the truest sense of the word. Since arriving to Australia from Gambia in 2001, Khadija has been using her experience and eloquence to speak up as a human rights activist on issues like racial inequality, gender discrimination and Female Genital Mutilation. Khadija's actions empower and uplift others to recognise the inner power they possess to create change. But when Khadija is the one who needs uplifting, how does she manage it? Thank you to Uncle Jack Charles for the acknowledgement of country. Instagrammers! (Meaning everyone on the internet) Follow us for more Calm Ya Farm tips, and send us a message saying you came from the show notes, I need to know people read these! instagram.com/calmyafarm_/calmyafarm.com.au Subscribe to BRAVE, your new favourite free monthly newsletter here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's NAIDOC Week so we have a fully First Nations focussed episode. Our last few stories have heavy content warnings for the names of dead Indigenous people and discussion of police violence, which starts at about 41:20.  Entree: What does NAIDOC stand for, and why does it stand for that? Check out this thread by Khadija Gbla: https://twitter.com/KhadijaGbla/status/1412950412643028996  Also, listen to Broriginals: https://awesomeblack.org/podcast/ep-107-always-was-always-bilby/  SPOTW: Multiple winners this week with a variety of NAIDOC content! Coronas: Once again it's extremely obvious that First Nations communities have just vastly better outcomes when they are in control. Zac takes us through a vaccine rollout in the NT and Noon has a brief aside about St Joseph's.  Positivity Corner: Seed Mob are an awesome group that has managed to get a senate inquiry up into fracking in the Beetaloo Basin ACAB: Content warning starts here at about 41:20 for the rest of the show. Zac talks about the police shameful behaviour at the coronial inquest of a man killed during a police chase.  Fashy Australia: An Australian forensic pathologist gave evidence that "excited delirium" was a factor in an Aboriginal man's death in custody. Noon gives a bit of a history lesson of this incredibly racist, made up disease. For more check out Behind the Bastards: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-behind-the-bastards-29236323/episode/part-one-excited-delirium-how-cops-81965684/  We're trying to get to 100 reviews on Apple Podcasts! We have 94 so we need.... roughly six more! You can also support us financially at www.patreon.com/AuspolSnackpod  And you'll just have to listen to the end for our Pupdate! 

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “There is no reason for FGM other than patriarchal power” ______ Khadija Gbla is a high profile, passionate and inspiring African Australian woman. She is an award-winning human rights activist, inspirational speaker, facilitator and philanthropist. She has displayed great courage and determination in achieving her aspirations of giving women, youth and minority groups a voice at a local, state and international level. Khadija utilises her powerful and inspired voice to advocate equality and inclusion. Khadija was born in Sierra Leone, and was just 3-years-old when war broke out in her country. Ten years later she attained refugee status and resettled in Adelaide. Khadija is the lead voice and campaigner on Female Genital Mutilation in Australia and her TED Talk "My mother's strange definition of empowerment" has reached nearly 3 Million views. Khadija runs a not for profit organisation Ending Female Genital Mutilation Australia which works to protect Australian girls from FGM and also to support survivors of FGM. Khadija provides training for professionals, advocacy and community education for practising communities in Australia. She is an Ambassador for Our Watch, an organisation established to change attitudes of violence towards women and their children, and member of Harmony Alliance -Migrant and Refugee Women for Change aims to provide a national inclusive and informed voice on the multiplicity of issues impacting the experiences and outcomes of migrant and refugee women in Australia Khadija provides advocacy, training, speaking on domestic and family violence, sexual health, racism, human rights, mental health, migrants and refugees and cultural diversity through her cultural consultancy, khadija Gbla Cultural Consultancy. Ambassador for SisterWorks, a non for profit social enterprise which supports refugee and migrant women to become economically empowered through the model of learning by doing. The list of what Khadija has achieved in her young life of advocacy is no short of astounding. She's been recognized through numerous awards including 2019 Instyle Magazine, The Advocate for Acceptance Human Rights Award; 2017 cosmopolitan magazine women of the year finalist;  2016 Women's Weekly and Qantas Women of the Future finalist; 2016 AusMumpreneur Rising Star and Making a difference –non-profit Award & 2014 The Advertiser South Australia's 50 most Influential Women… to name a few. I recently had the privilege of seeing Kadija speak on stage where there was not a dry eye in the audience & she was honoured with a standing ovation. Her story is moving. She is so generous in sharing the path she's taken to get here and it's one that many would have not been able to endure. I urge you to watch her TEDTalk to understand what she's been through and how, at 13, this beautiful soul decided ‘enough is enough'! This topic is not for the feint hearted...but it's so important that we understand that FGM is happening here in Australia TODAY! And as a Child Abuse issue, it's something that is all our business, not just those from certain cultures or backgrounds. This is a pretty confronting conversation and there are things we talk about that will make many feel really uncomfortable. It's such an important conversation and I feel honoured to sit with an outstanding human that is so crystal clear around her purpose in life...and it making a true dent in the world. I hope you enjoy this conversation with the glorious Kadija Gbla.   Connect and find out more about Kadija here;- Website:Khadijagbla.com.au Instagram: @_khadija_gbla Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khadija-gbla-she-her-a8a73416?originalSubdomain=au Khadija's incredible TedTalk called “My mothers strange definition of empowerment”   And for more information about the Wabi Sabi Series, please find us here:- https://wabisabiseries.com/ Connect with us on Instagram here:- @thewabisabiseries Connect with us on Facebook here - @thewabisabiseries If you have a burning topic you'd love society to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on our podcast, drop us a line at hello@wabisabiseries.com

“We all have the power to be heroic”. Activist Khadija Gbla believes that culture is not a defence for child abuse, and she’s doing something about it. Her story is shocking - at just 9 years old her mother took her to a hut in West Africa, where she was pinned down as her clitoris was sawn off with a rusty knife. And although her mother says she did it out of love, Khadija has spent her life fighting against what was done to her, which she now knows as Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).  In this episode Khadija tells host Georgie Abay about growing up caught between two cultures, about the way female empowerment is perceived, and about how FGM is a symbol of sexism and misogyny in Australia (yes, it happens here too). And although her story is horrific, Khadija is warm, funny, and passionate about her message.  You’ll hear how the sealed section in Dolly and Girlfriend magazines started Khadija’s journey to self-discovery. You’ll hear about how FGM affected her pregnancy and birth, and how she’s grappled with her identity, culture, and disability. Most importantly, you’ll hear about her incredible advocacy and how she hopes to change the future for girls.  This is a moving and unmissable episode. Go to khadijagbla.com.au About AllBrightWelcome to your global sisterhood - the leading career network for women, online and IRL. AllBright champions women in all fields to supercharge their careers and change the game, with daily events, training, networking, and coaching opportunities. From our world-class clubs around the world, to our incredible online membership platform, AllBright is here to celebrate working women worldwide. Sign up for a membership and find support, inspiration, encouragement, and maybe even your next collaborator through our Sisterhood Matching. We're here for you. Visit digital.allbrightcollective.com to claim your 14 day free trial and see why the future looks AllBright. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the very first episode of ‘The Review' for season 2 of The Significant Others. We are kicking things off with a bang this season! We are honoured to be able to share with you, over the next two Thursdays, some extra special content in partnership with Mimco and Our Watch in celebration of International Women's Day. In this first ‘Review' we welcome Our Watch Chair Natasha Stott Despoja and Our Watch ambassador Khadija Gbla to help us break down gender stereotypes, with a focus on the effect of the global pandemic on women and insuring our approach to gender equality is rooted in intersectionality. This episode is sponsored by Mimco. Shop at MIMCO, online and in-store, on International Women's Day (8 March 2021) to donate to Our Watch. Be a voice for change, challenge gender bias and connect with likeminded communities using #BePartOfTheChange and #ChooseToChallenge on social media. You can follow Natasha on Instagram - @natashastottdespoja and Khadija - @khadija_gbla. And don't forget to follow @ourwatch and @_mimco too! And please come visit us at www.thesignificantotherspodcast.com or join us for a chat on Instagram: @thesignificantotherspodcast

This week's special podcast guest is Khadija Gbla, a strong and empowered feminist, human rights activist, speaker, mother and woman fighting for what she believes in, pushing for positive change around the world. With International Women's day coming up on the 8th March, having Khadija take the time to speak with Kristina and share her … Continue reading "#66: Khadija Gbla – Challenging the Status Quo & Pushing for Positive Change – Your Dream Life Podcast"

This week's special podcast guest is Khadija Gbla, a strong and empowered feminist, human rights activist, speaker, mother and woman fighting for what she believes in, pushing for positive change around the world. With International Women's day coming up on the 8th March, having Khadija take the time to speak with Kristina and share her … Continue reading "#66: Khadija Gbla – Challenging the Status Quo & Pushing for Positive Change – Your Dream Life Podcast"

This week's special podcast guest is Khadija Gbla, a strong and empowered feminist, human rights activist, speaker, mother and woman fighting for what she believes in, pushing for positive change around the world. With International Women's day coming up on the 8th March, having Khadija take the time to speak with Kristina and share her … Continue reading "#66: Khadija Gbla – Challenging the Status Quo & Pushing for Positive Change – Your Dream Life Podcast"

This week’s special podcast guest is Khadija Gbla, a strong and empowered feminist, human rights activist, speaker, mother and woman fighting for what she believes in, pushing for positive change around the world. With International Women’s day coming up on the 8th March, having Khadija take the time to speak with Kristina and share her … Continue reading "#66: Khadija Gbla – Challenging the Status Quo & Pushing for Positive Change – Your Dream Life Podcast"

Welcome to this BUMPER episode of Lemonade!It's my humble little poddy's first birthday – I can't believe it! Where does the time go? They grow up so fast!For this very, very special episode, I've trawled the archives to take a trip down memory lane with you all. I've picked out powerful snippets from eight episodes over the last year - think of this ep like Lemonade's Greatest Hits.It kind of felt like picking my favourite child, it was actually really tough, there are so many others I wish I had the time to feature as well and mum's already weighed in with who she reckons should've made the cut. But unless you've got hours spare (ok, if you're in Melbourne you prob do), I am so proud of the conversations I'm sharing in this anniversary ep and I hope you enjoy revisiting some of the listener's favourites over the year.I then finish the episode with a supercut of every guest I've ever had answering the same question - it gives me allllll the tingles listening to it, I hope you find it just as inspiring, particularly if you're going through a rough timeThank you so much for all of your support over the last year, I couldn't be more appreciative for every download, every review, every DM, every social media share. From the bottom of my heart – thank you! It means everything to me knowing this podcast is helping people.If you'd like to give Lemonade the best birthday gift of all, please leave a review/hit five stars/share it on your social media, it'll help boost the podcast, and will mean more people listen to the words of my incredible guests.As usual, you can find me: @elizabethanileConnect with Mel Greig, Georgia Love, Kate Malvenan, Sarah Jane Young, Khadija Gbla, Erika Cramer, Jo Betz and Hugh van Cuylenberg See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this Epic Tale we introduce you to Khadija Gbla, at the age of 9 she experienced an unimaginable pain at the hands of her own mother. Khadija's story is one of trauma, forgiveness and determination as she overcomes the cultural practice FGM and fights to end it here in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Epic Tale we introduce you to Khadija Gbla, at the age of 9 she experienced an unimaginable pain at the hands of her own mother. Khadija’s story is one of trauma, forgiveness and determination as she overcomes the cultural practice FGM and fights to end it here in Australia.

It's that time of the month again! No, not that one – it's The Juice with Monique Barry!In this episode (which might be my favourite episode of The Juice yet!) we define and discuss the difference between soul mates and twin flames, what happens when you outgrow friends, family members or even relationships, why controlling the ones you love isn't love and the patriarchal indoctrination bullshit that makes us believe we have to settle for anything less than we deserve. We also chat tarot cards and full moons over ceremonial cacao because we're sooo 2020 it hurts.Moni recommends:Listen - My Lemonade episodes with Khadija Gbla. Part 1 & Part 2.Read - The Artist's Way by Julia CameronWatch - Normal PeopleElizabeth recommends:Listen - Anything Russell Brand! In particular his chats with Byron Katie, Gabor Mate and Brene Brown.Read - Untamed by Glennon DoyleWatch - Normal PeopleMoni is my life coach, biz coach (she helped me create Lemonade!), dear friend and scorpio soul sis. She's a fellow single mum and has dealt with her fair share of lemons throughout her life, but she's turned those adversities into an opportunity to not only grow and evolve, but help others navigating a rough time as well. • Follow Moni on Instagram: @moniquebarry_ • You can find me: @elizabethanile • If you enjoyed this chat, check our our first The Juice episode here where we chat love, relationships and self worth, this one here where we discuss flirting with sobriety and mindfulness for kids and the last ep here about redesigning the future we want in a post-covid world. • If you can share this chat on your social media and tag me and Moni, I'd be so grateful! • Also, if you've got a sec to leave a review, hit five stars, and subscribe, it'll help boost the podcast and therefore reach people who perhaps really need Lemonade. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From fleeing war in Sierra Leone at the age of 3, to spending her childhood as a refugee in Gambia, to surviving female genital mutilation, to resettling in Adelaide, to experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder to owning single motherhood - Khadija Gbla is one INCREDIBLE woman.Seriously, I am so honoured she agreed to be on my podcast to share her incredible story, wisdom and message.Khadijah is a fearless anti-FGM campaigner, working tirelessly to educate doctors, police and the community about the practice. It's estimated more than 200 million girls and women around the world have been cut and yep, it's happening here in Australia too.She co-founded The Desert Flower Centre, the first of its kind in the Asia Pacific region, specialising in providing medical care and reconstructive surgery for women impacted by FGM.She also runs a cultural consultancy agency, working with huge companies and brands to implement policy on domestic and family violence, child protection, racism, human rights, refugees and cultural diversity.Khadija’s Ted X talk on her experience has had close to 2 million views.She’s also won a bunch of awards for her tireless work and somehow she also finds the time to be a single mum to her 5 year old son.Now this is part two of our chat, so if you haven’t listened to part one I suggest you head to that first as it sets up Khadija’s childhood.In this episode we discuss:The difference forms of FGM in AustraliaFeminismWhat propels her to keep going The impact her work has had preventing other girls from being cutThe Desert Flower Centre Being told she was infertile then falling pregnant with her sonSingle motherhoodJuggling work and being a mumHer powerful message to listeners who’ve experienced adversity Follow Khadija - @khadija_gblaConnect with me @elizabethanileLemonade now has its own Instagram account chock-a-block full of self love inspo - follow here!Your support of Lemonade helps it grow and allows me to spend time finding awesome guests to share with you. Clicking subscribe, hitting 5 stars, leaving a review, sharing it with your friends via social media, it all really helps! I so appreciate anything you have time for. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Human rights activist, Khadija Gbla first came to our attention through her extraordinary TEDx talk describing how she found out she was a survivor of Female Genital Mutilation (watch it NOW!). The talk was a game-changer. Through sheer force of will, Khadija has forever altered the conversation around FGM in Australia and now, as an ambassador for Our Watch, she continues to fight for those without a voice in the battle to stop violence against women and children. She is both fearlessly passionate, but also funny as (our kind of woman), but mainly a formidable force of nature who compels you to come along for a blast of a ride. Buckle up! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From fleeing war in Sierra Leone at the age of three, to spending her childhood as a refugee in Gambia, to surviving female genital mutilation, to resettling in Adelaide, to experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder to owning single motherhood - Khadija Gbla is one INCREDIBLE woman.Seriously, I am so honoured she agreed to be on my podcast to share her incredible story, wisdom and message.Khadijah is a fearless anti-FGM campaigner, working tirelessly to educate doctors, police and the community about the practice. It's estimated more than 200 million girls and women around the world have been cut and yep, it's happening here in Australia too.She co-founded The Desert Flower Centre, the first of its kind in the Asia Pacific region, specialising in providing medical care and reconstructive surgery for women impacted by FGM.She also runs a cultural consultancy agency, working with huge companies and brands to implement policy on domestic and family violence, child protection, racism, human rights, refugees and cultural diversity.Khadija’s Ted X talk on her experience has had close to 2 million views.She’s also won a bunch of awards for her tireless work and somehow she also finds the time to be a single mum to her 5 year old son.I’ve split my interview into two parts. This episode will delve into Khadijah’s story from her early years to finding out she was an FGM survivor. We also discuss:How she's surviving isolation, why it's so crucial to take care of our mental health, the role therapy has played in her life, the horrendous racism she's experienced, how and why she forgave her mum.Part 2 will drop next Monday.Also, a language and content warning.Follow Khadija - @khadija_gblaConnect with me @elizabethanileLemonade now has its own Instagram account chock-a-block full of self love inspo - follow here!Your support of Lemonade helps it grow and allows me to spend time finding awesome guests to share with you. Clicking subscribe, hitting 5 stars, leaving a review, sharing it with your friends via social media, it all really helps! I so appreciate anything you have time for. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Khadija Gbla is a feminist and human rights activist from Sierra Leone. She works as a cultural consultant, a keynote speaker and an anti-FGM campaignerDirector of Khadija Gbla Cultural Consultancy & Desert Flower Centre Australia.She is an award Winning Human Rights Activist.__________________________We really value reviews and feedback so if you could leave us a review on iTunes or my website at jennawatts.com.au/podcast that would be fab!If you have a friend you would like to nominate, a topic you would like to hear about or an individual you like to hear from, then I would love to hear from you. You can email me me at jenna@jennawatts.com.auThank you for the support of 21st Century Women, designed to celebrate and support women (YOU!).

**WARNING** This episode contains a lot of swearing and deals with strong themes of sexual violence. Please take care while listening and look after your mental heal and wellbeing. Female Genital Mutilation is on the rise in Australia where it is strictly illegal - but why is this the case? On today's episode of Good Girls Don't Podcast, Verity and Ashleigh sat down with activist, advocate, and all-round fierce feminist, Khadija Gbla to attempt to wrap our heads around what FGM is, and how it's happening in our neighborhoods.  We spoke to Khadija about: Her powerful, viral TEDTalk that she winged, from the heart How humor helps to ease the discomfort of a taboo topic and opens the door for real discussion The three types of FGM FGM in the white, western world (it's more common than you might think!) How FGM is being perpetrated by Doctors and backyard practitioners The devastating, lifelong trauma and impact of FGM Unpacking the intersectionality of FGM, how and why it's done and; What it means to the Mother-Daughter relationship of survivors The road from victim to survivor and choosing to take back your power, every day Who is Khadija Gbla, Anyway? Khadija Gbla is a high profile, passionate and inspiring African Australian woman. She is an award-winning human rights activist, entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, facilitator, philanthropist, and mentor. Khadija provides advocacy, training, speaking on domestic and family violence, sexual health, racism, human rights, mental health, migrants and refugees and cultural diversity through her cultural consultancy, Khadija Gbla Cultural Consultancy. She is the Founder of The Desert Flower Center Australia. The Desert Flower Australia is the first center in Australia and the Asian Pacific region that specializes in providing holistic, comprehensive gynecological, urological reconstructive surgery and trauma-informed care for women impacted by female genital mutilation. Connect with Khadija: Website Khadijagbla.com.au Instagram Khadija_gbla Twitter KhadijaGbla Connect with Ashleigh and Verity: We have a new Instagram account! Find us @goodgirlsdontpod Email: goodgirlsdontpod@gmail.com Facebook: @goodgirlsdontpod   

In episode sixteen of The Modern Women, Natalie Drenovac sits down with Khadija Gbla, an award-winning human rights activist fiercely campaigning to see an end to female genital mutilation.She is also the recent winner of the Instyle advocate for acceptance, human rights award for her work in activism, diversity and inclusion_____Khadija Gbla: @khadija_gblaTEDx Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/khadija_gbla_my_mother_s_strange_definition_of_empowerment?language=myhttps://www.khadijagbla.com.au/_____+ Follow @themodernwomen_ and @nataliedrenovac on Instagram for all upcoming guest announcementsIf you want to join our Facebook community of incredible women: https://goo.gl/aXcX7PSUBSCRIBE to not miss out on any episodes_____CREDITSHost: Natalie Drenovac - @nataliedrenovacProducer: Podpaste - @podpaste Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For International Women's Day, a story about feeling incomplete. Khadija Gbla's repressed memory of female genital mutilation would surface during puberty. Being an outsider to a ‘clitero-centric' culture, was a decision made for her. Khadija is up against her mum, her culture, and the health system, as she breaks the silence around FGM.