Podcasts about Lilongwe

The two-man acoustic juggernaut from Malawi, Madalitso Band, is on the move in 2025. With their fourth album, Ma Gitala (The Guitars), just released and a global tour, including Glastonbury, just starting, these rootsy, spirited street musicians from Lilongwe are winning hearts everywhere. In this episode, Mukwae meets the band in Malawi as they begin to tour and takes a deep dive into their music. Then we speak with Salif Keita about his long-awaited acoustic album, So Kono, and what's happening in Mali. Produced by Mukwae Wabei Siyolwe and Banning Eyre. PA 040

What happens when humanitarian aid gets pulled, but the needs don't stop? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Beth Stuebing, a missionary surgeon in Malawi with the Christian Health Service Corps. She shares what it's like on the front lines of healthcare when funding disappears—and why faith-based organizations working on the ground can't do it alone. You'll hear stories of courage and sacrifice, including one from a local surgeon, Dr. Mumba, who literally gave his own blood to save a patient. We also discuss how local churches are stepping up, the power of partnerships, and why global health needs more attention from governments and Christian communities alike. Beth also shares her journey from growing up in Zambia to mentoring young doctors in Malawi. It's a conversation about hope, grit, and what it means to show up when it counts. Explore More of Beth's Writing:   Jesus fed the 5,000, but the people of God can't fill the chasm left by USAID: Jesus fed the 5,000, but the people of God can't fill the chasm left by USAID Why the World Needs Africa to Be Healthy: Why the World Needs Africa to Be Healthy | Think Global Health USAID aid freeze triggers health care crisis in Africa:  USAID aid freeze triggers health care crisis in Africa Beth's Missions Sending Organization: Beth Stuebing & Ben Adams - Christian Health Service Corps Beth and Ben's Ministry Facebook Page About Dr. Stuebing –  Dr. Beth Stuebing is a missionary surgeon with Christian Health Service Corps and lives in Lilongwe, Malawi, with her husband and three children. She graduated from Wheaton College in 2000. Before moving to Malawi, Beth spent 9 years as a trauma surgeon and ICU doctor in Washington.   ------------ This episode was produced by WildfireCreative  Theme Song: “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter:  @drjamieaten |  @kentannan Follow on Instagram: @wildfirecreativeco @wheaton_hdi (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll host Evangelicals, and sometimes we won't. Learning how to “do good, better” involves listening to many perspectives with different insights and understanding. Sometimes, it will make us uncomfortable; sometimes, we'll agree, and sometimes, we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction–especially in our blind spots.) The Better Samaritan podcast is produced by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College, which offers an M.A. in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership and a Trauma Certificate. To learn more and apply, visit our website. Get your application fee to the HDL M.A. program waived with code TBS25. Jamie Aten, Ph.D., and Kent Annan, M.Div., co-direct the Humanitarian Disaster Institute at Wheaton College and are the Co-Founders of Spiritual First Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do you do with your waste if you live somewhere that doesn't have the infrastructure to deal with it? Turns out there are some really simple solutions. Presenter Myra Anubi is in Malawi where she meets the cafe owner in the capital Lilongwe who has set up a recycling hub as well as the women making valuable compost from food scraps and animal dung. Plus Myra visits the Kibébé workshop in the Dzaleka refugee camp where refugees are finding employment and meaning by turning used materials into clothing and toys.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Producer: Richard Kenny Malawi producer: Marie Segula Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Hal Haines(Image:Norah Baziwell and her team of compost makers in Lilongwe, BBC)

Despite the introduction of legislation to prevent the marriage of underage girls in Malawi, the practice remains relatively widespread. Traditional leaders are accused of perpetuating the problem and religious leaders are urging the government to step intervene. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Memory Chisenga, a child rights activist, and DW correspondent Chimwemwe Padatha in Lilongwe.

In December 2024, Planet Afropop co-host Mukwae Wabei Siyolwe produced the first AfroPopup in at the Uka Café in Lilongwe, Malawi. Despite torrential rain and power outages, the show went on with three fanstastic young Malawian stars, Praise Umali, Chikondi Wiseman and Maggie Kadrum. This podcast tells the story of grass roots cultural activism in a country we hear from far too little. PA 033

Lilongwe vendors' protest, new civil servant salaries, SONA For Youths, a new political party, a nationwide blackout, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Lilongwe Vendors Demonstrate: https://x.com/onjezani/status/1894301765824032876Live Stream: SONA For Youth: https://web.facebook.com/DrLazarusChakwera/videos/3802786239973826 See the full list of updates: https://rorshok.com/updates/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateOops! It looks like we made a mistake. In 1:37, the reader should have said, "prices."Sorry for the inconvenience!

Hundreds of vendors in Malawi marched to the national legislature in the capital, Lilongwe, on Tuesday to protest skyrocketing prices of goods. Upon arrival at parliament, some protesters began pelting stones at cabinet ministers who were addressing them, forcing the officials to flee for safety. Lameck Masina reports from Blantyre.

Registered voters, the USAID ban, a new railway line, the Child Online Protection Initiative, the Saulos Klaus Chilima Foundation, Schools of Excellence, and much more!Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.To download the mp3 file: https://rorshok.com/malawiWe want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateOops! It looks like we made a mistake. In 0:26, the reader should have said, "The Age Limit Bill," and in 0:30, "75." In 6:07, he should have said, "Lilongwe."Sorry for the inconvenience!

Malawi 's opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) accused the police of allegedly shooting official Brenda Saidi in Lilongwe on Saturday. Party members gathered to show support for colleagues arrested by police. Local media say police launched an investigation. Mary Thom Navicha, National Director of Women for the DPP tells VOA's James Butty the ruling party has resorted to violence to intimidate women ahead of this year's election.

Claudia Hammond is in Malawi exploring the concept of One Health, where the health of humans, animals and the environment are all linked. Today we're visiting a makeshift roadside operating theatre for dogs in the village of Kauma, just outside of Lilongwe. During the ‘Spay Day', vets from the Lilongwe Society for the Protection and Care of Animals neuter local dogs for free, in an attempt to protect both dogs, and people, from rabies. We find out how this work feeds into the bigger picture of One Health in Malawi, and Claudia has a go at being a veterinary assistant… Presenter: Claudia Hammond Producer: Sophie Ormiston

Next year's presidential elections, Lilongwe demonstrations, new Afrobarometer studies, underage children voting, CAF nominations, new beverage prices, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Underage Children Caught Registering For Elections: https://x.com/GeeLuckson/status/1864898715112346038?t=ioBhwPUxbYmzNS6j5HMTGA&s=19 Malawi Tourism Earnings Falls Significantly Behind Other SADC Countries: https://mwnation.com/neighbours-tourism-earnings-show-us-it-can-be-done/ We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateOops! It looks like we made a mistake.In 8:02, the reader should have said "Fanta." Sorry for the inconvenience!

Malawi claims cannabis exports can supplement waning tobacco sales, bringing in much-needed foreign currency. But a strong debate is raging in the country about the government throwing its weight behind a crop that is still considered illicit in many countries. DW's Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Nelson Zakeyu, the Executive Director for Drug Fight Malawi, and DW's Chimwemwe Padatha in Lilongwe.

ESCOM's prepaid meters, new town councils, an EV framework, fuel scarcity, Lilongwe protests, rain-induced accidents, the Malawi Film Festival, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us on Instagram @rorshok_malawi or Twitter @RorshokMalawiLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Police shoot teargas at protestors - Video: https://x.com/NationOnlineMw/status/1860979097763025024Masked assailants carrying pangas and sticks - Pictures: https://x.com/zodiakonline/status/1860975929079550090 Video: Heavy Rains Blow Off Roof In Area 49: https://web.facebook.com/share/v/18LHMiqfVb/ We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

Les éliminatoires CAN 2025Après avoir été rejoints en fin de match face aux Étalons burkinabè, les Sénégalais espèrent bien se relancer aujourd'hui face au Burundi à Lilongwe.Frustration aussi du côté des Aigles, le Mali voudra prendre 3 points demain en Afrique du Sud, où il affronte l'Eswatini.Le Gabon doit réagir ! 4 buts encaissés face au Maroc, les Panthères confrontées mardi à une sélection de RCA en confiance, qui a remporté son 1er match contre le Lesotho.Opération rachat aussi pour le Syli, qui devra se méfier des Tanzaniens à Yamoussoukro.En Côte d'Ivoire également, le match des Guépards de Gernot Rohr, opposés à la Libye. Après la défaite douloureuse face au Nigeria, les Béninois doivent se remobiliser et l'emporter !Europe : les deux premières journées de Ligue des Nations, Modric et CR7 rendent encore service !Le milieu du Real Madrid, auteur d'un coup franc somptueux, permet aux Croates de l'emporter face aux Polonais de Lewandowski.Cristiano Ronaldo encore décisif ! Entré à la mi-temps, l'attaquant a délivré les supporters lisboètes en fin de match. La Seleção a souffert avant de s'imposer face à l'Écosse.Des adieux aux larmesAlex Morgan, double championne du monde et championne olympique aux 224 sélections et 123 buts, connue aussi pour sa lutte pour l'égalité des salaires entre footballeurs et footballeuses, raccroche définitivement les crampons à 35 ans.La Celeste perd une de ses plus fines gâchettes« El Pistolero » ne revêtira plus le maillot bleu ciel. Luis Suarez, auteur de 69 buts avec l'Uruguay, continuera en revanche de jouer en MLS avec Miami.À lire aussiFoot: talentueux, sulfureux, Luis Suarez annonce la fin imminente de son épopée avec l'UruguayAutour d'Hugo Moissonnier : Hervé Penot, Cherif Ghemmour et Patrick Juillard. Technique/réalisation Matthieu Degueldre – Pierre Guérin.

Les éliminatoires CAN 2025Après avoir été rejoints en fin de match face aux Étalons burkinabè, les Sénégalais espèrent bien se relancer aujourd'hui face au Burundi à Lilongwe.Frustration aussi du côté des Aigles, le Mali voudra prendre 3 points demain en Afrique du Sud, où il affronte l'Eswatini.Le Gabon doit réagir ! 4 buts encaissés face au Maroc, les Panthères confrontées mardi à une sélection de RCA en confiance, qui a remporté son 1er match contre le Lesotho.Opération rachat aussi pour le Syli, qui devra se méfier des Tanzaniens à Yamoussoukro.En Côte d'Ivoire également, le match des Guépards de Gernot Rohr, opposés à la Libye. Après la défaite douloureuse face au Nigeria, les Béninois doivent se remobiliser et l'emporter !Europe : les deux premières journées de Ligue des Nations, Modric et CR7 rendent encore service !Le milieu du Real Madrid, auteur d'un coup franc somptueux, permet aux Croates de l'emporter face aux Polonais de Lewandowski.Cristiano Ronaldo encore décisif ! Entré à la mi-temps, l'attaquant a délivré les supporters lisboètes en fin de match. La Seleção a souffert avant de s'imposer face à l'Écosse.Des adieux aux larmesAlex Morgan, double championne du monde et championne olympique aux 224 sélections et 123 buts, connue aussi pour sa lutte pour l'égalité des salaires entre footballeurs et footballeuses, raccroche définitivement les crampons à 35 ans.La Celeste perd une de ses plus fines gâchettes« El Pistolero » ne revêtira plus le maillot bleu ciel. Luis Suarez, auteur de 69 buts avec l'Uruguay, continuera en revanche de jouer en MLS avec Miami.À lire aussiFoot: talentueux, sulfureux, Luis Suarez annonce la fin imminente de son épopée avec l'UruguayAutour d'Hugo Moissonnier : Hervé Penot, Cherif Ghemmour et Patrick Juillard. Technique/réalisation Matthieu Degueldre – Pierre Guérin.

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Malawi has launched an electric vehicle or EV as part of its Greening Moonshot initiative, which aims to reduce gas emissions. During the launch in the capital city of Lilongwe, the UNDP representative in Malawi said the initiative, the first of its kind in the country, marks the beginning of the Moonshot 2030 targets, which aim for a 50% reduction in vehicle greenhouse gas emissions across the UNDP organization. Lameck Masina reports from Blantyre.

The More Sibyl Podcast Presents: 릴롱궤에서 세계로|The One with Dr. Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba - From Malawi to the World: Bridging Western Training and African Realities in Mental Health: Episode 13 (2024)Hey, beautiful souls! Today on the More Sibyl Podcast, I'm thrilled to feature Dr. Michelle Mathero Nhkalamba, a pioneering clinical psychologist from Malawi's vibrant capital, Lilongwe. Growing up with seven siblings, Michelle's early education in local schools fueled her passion for psychology, leading her to attain a BA in Humanities from the University of Malawi. She then pursued a master's in Clinical Psychology from Bangor University, UK, and a PhD from Rhodes University with the support of the Beit Trust Scholarship.In our enlightening conversation, we explored Michelle's unique approach to mental health, which marries Western-trained methodologies with Malawi's cultural realities. From offering counseling under trees to integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with motivational interviewing and mindfulness, her work is a testament to culturally conscious healing. Michelle's dedication to accessible mental health care, her research in safeguarding ethical practices, and her advocacy for those in high-risk settings illustrate her commitment to transforming societal views on mental wellness in Africa. We also touched on the realities of mental health in Africa, the struggles of being a "strong African woman," and the need for societal change. Michelle's honesty and dedication left me in awe, and I know her story will touch your heart too.

This year at the church we have been moving our Faith Forward by exploring discipleship in the gospel of Matthew. Near the end of the book of Matthew, Jesus calls his disciples to give special consideration for those on the margins of society, what he calls "the least of these". In taking care of orphans, widows, prisoners, and the like, we have the privilege of serving Jesus, himself. This summer at PLCPC, while Pastor Karla is on Sabbatical, we have the unique opportunity to hear from some of our Christian sisters and brothers who are doing this type of frontline discipleship ministry. The speakers range from those doing ministry to the unhoused, to those releasing people in bondage from human trafficking, to those helping refugees on our own border. Hopefully, you will be inspired and encouraged to take your own step in deeper discipleship by hearing their stories. Wherever God calls, might we all have the courage to answer. Noel (Noxy) Musicha was born and raised in Lilongwe, Malawi and is Congolese by heritage. He is the co-creator of a small but mighty church among the materially poor and diverse immigrants of San Diego. The church, Ebenezer, is transforming its town with everyday, practical Theology. He has a degree in Biblical studies and communications and a Masters in Public Administration. He also acknowledges playing football professionally, including his short stint with the Malawian National Team, as some of his quality education. Noel currently teaches at the University of San Diego, Pastors the community, and coaches youth football in between. Noel is a father of 3 - Jazarra (11), Theophilus (9), and Israel 6. He is married to his college friend Melissa, also a college and semi-professional football (soccer) player. This week, Noel inspires us to examine the people who responded to God's call. Men and women who seek after God throughout history have had an uncanny ability to look at the past. God is alive today and doing practical work today in our homes, neighborhoods, cities, and the world. Will you respond to God call on your life? Passage: Genesis 1:1-4 We have three worship opportunities for you to experience. We have our Sanctuary Service at 9am. Our Online Service begins at 9:30am at pointlomachurch.org. And our Chapel Service  starts at 10:30am. Please consider joining us for one of these services.  To view past worship services along with other digital content, go to our Youtube Channel @PointLomaChurchOnline.  To find and explore the exciting opportunities for people to get involved in what God is doing within our community, please visit our website at www.pointlomachurch.org. For event happenings: http://pointlomachurch.org/connect/events/ To register for any event: http://pointlomachurch.org/register If you would like to give to the ministry: http://pointlomachurch.org/give/ Or through our Venmo account: @Point-Loma-Church    

Malawi's late vice president, Saulos Chilima, is being remembered as a well-loved person who dedicated his life to serving Malawi. Vice President Chilima and eight other Malawian officials died Monday when their plane crashed near Chikangawa, about 230 miles from the capital, Lilongwe. Information Minister Moses Kunkuyu tells VOA's James Butty, President Lazarus Chakwera has declared a 21-day mourning period, beginning Tuesday.

Hunter Biden has been convicted of all three felony charges related to the purchase of a revolver in 2018 when, prosecutors argued, the president's son lied on a mandatory gun-purchase form by saying he was not illegally using or addicted to drugs. A sentencing date has not yet been set. The jury reached the verdict on June 11 after around three hours of deliberations.Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced more than $400 million in new humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza as he again called on Hamas to accept a cease-fire proposal that he described as the most effective way to address the humanitarian emergency in the territory. The United States' top diplomat was speaking at an emergency humanitarian aid conference in Jordan, where he also called on other nations to give more aid in support of civilians in the war-torn strip.Malawi's Vice President Saulos Chilima has been killed in a plane crash along with nine other passengers, the country's President Lazarus Chakwera has announced. The aircraft went missing on Monday after it failed to land at Mzuzu International Airport, about 240 miles to the north of the capital Lilongwe. The wreckage of the plane has been located, Mr. Chakwera said in an address to the nation.

Malawi se president, Lazarus Chakwera, het Amerika, Israel, Brittanje, en buurlande versoek om te help met die soektog na die vliegtuig met die visepresident Saulos Chilima en nege ander aan boord. Die weermagvliegtuig het van die radar verdwyn toe dit Maandagoggend van die hoofstad Lilongwe opgestyg en nie by sy bestemming in Mzuzu aangekom het nie. Chilima was onderweg na die begrafnis van 'n voormalige kabinetsminister. Chakwera sê alle pogings van owerhede om kontak met die vliegtuig te maak sedert dit van die radar verdwyn het, was tevergeefs:

Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera says he has asked neighboring countries and development partners to help search for the missing military aircraft carrying the vice president and nine other people Monday morning. In his first national address Monday evening, Chakwera said he had ordered the military to continue searching for the aircraft all night long until it is found. Lameck Masina reports from Lilongwe

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Joseph Mughogho, who lives in Lilongwe, Malawi, has been our friend for about 11 years. He has served as an accountant for the United Church of God and is currently LifeNets Business Manager for northern Malawi. We have appreciated his professional and wise service to us all these years.   In April 2024, he and his wife were appointed as a couple to serve as Secretary General of the International Confederation of Christian Family Movements for Africa.  He will hold this position for the next five years.  The position is not full-time but will involve quite a considerable amount of travel to Zambia, Mozambique, Uganda, Cameroon, Nigeria among other places.  He will continue doing his work for LifeNets. As a couple, they consider it an honor to serve through Family movements. The induction was conducted on 27th April 2024 in Lilongwe.  He asks for our continued prayers as they perform this task of strengthening families and marriages, vitally needed for Africa.   In this podcast we carry on a  conversation about the importance of teaching family values.  www.iccfm.org

Today's episode was recorded at this year's Malawi International Tourism Expo in Lilongwe. VoyagesAfriq's content editor Samuel Obeng Appah sat down with Noma Moyo, a Sales executive at Pay Changu, a Malawian FinTech startup. She says the Company's objective is to help fix the payment challenges in Malawi of which the tourism sector is heavily affected. She believes their payment gateway will enhance the services offered by the destination.

Discover the heart of Catholic missionary work with Frontiers of Faith podcast. In this episode, experience an inspiring interview as Fr. Anthony and Katie sit down with Bishop Vincent Mwakhwawa from the Archdiocese of Lilongwe in Malawi. Delve into Bishop Mwakhwawa's profound faith and the contagious joy he finds in parish work, offering insights that are as enlightening as they are uplifting. Tune in for a conversation that embodies the spirit of mission and faith, only on Frontiers of Faith.Click here to learn more about supporting the Pontifical Missions Societies:https://onefamilyinmission.org/Follow us on socials!https://twitter.com/faith_frontiershttps://www.instagram.com/frontiersoffaith/

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Government staff unions to strike, three “dead” children reappear, mining in Mulanje Mountain, intercity buses in Lilongwe, FAM's new president, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at malawi@rorshok.com Like what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Unknown Prophet Accuses Followers of Not Taking Care of Him: https://web.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=305350425183444Malawi Airlines Operates Additional Flights to Johannesburg: https://twitter.com/MalawiAirlines/status/1735600733871911145Try ChewaGPT, Malawi's Version of ChatGPT: https://www.chewagpt.com/?fbclid=IwAR35ytAjNxViNABw3Px1LmBGq_rKT8PrcwcSe3Afrku4XL-xeTOuJnaFZnYWanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link:https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

Join host Amy in the second instalment of the Remembering Wildlife Podcast Series as she delves into the world of conservation with Nick Murray from Bushlife Conservancy in Zimbabwe and El Comley from Lilongwe Wildlife Trust in Malawi. Discover how their relentless efforts to protect elephants have been supported by the proceeds from the Remembering Wildlife books, a captivating collection featuring the lives of eight key species through the lenses of over 250 extraordinary wildlife photographers.In the first part of this episode, Amy and Nick explore the frontlines of Bushlife's anti-poaching operations. Gain unique insights into the personalities of elephants, including the legendary Fred Astaire, as they roam the iconic Mana Pools. In the second part, turn your attention to El Comley, as she unveils the critical role of collaring elephants in gaining vital insights into their movements, crucial for preventing human-elephant conflict. Hear firsthand how Lilongwe Wildlife Trust's work with the Government of Malawi has led to significant impacts on ivory trafficking conviction rates and a reduction in ivory trafficking.Looking to grab a copy of any Remembering Wildlife books? Head to https://rememberingwildlife.com to show your support for over 60 conservation initiatives!

New forex measure, South African Interpol fugitive arrested in Malawi, cholera cases, Queens' captain retirement, Lilongwe to host reggae festival, and much more.Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at malawi@rorshok.com Like what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.T-shirtshttps://rorshok.com/buyWanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link:https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateOops! It looks like we made a mistake.In 9:47, the reader forgot to say "Studies."Sorry for the inconvenience!

Lilongwe, Malawi in Southeastern Africa is indeed a long, long way away and we are happy to travel over the Zoom waves to visit with artist, designer, educator and mentor, Kristen Palana. Valerie met Kristen virtually a few months ago as a student in Kristen's Web Presence and Social Media Marketing class through Mastrius.com. Through Mastius, Kristen, Armin and Val are now colleague mentors with many other artists across the globe. It's a great opportunity to bring collective art knowledge to our podcast. Kristen's artist statement is rich with optimism and positivity contrasted with bringing awareness to the reality of our planet. “I draw the world not as it is but how I wish it could be. Inspired by the lofty mission statements and development goals used by the world's top organizations, my images can be used to imagine better outcomes for our lives, communities, and the planet. I'm currently developing a body of drawings that move beyond making creative visualizations at the individual level to expand to include the larger global community. I use symbols, icons, and patterns with cross-cultural significance combined with color psychology to help soothe, heal, and reinvigorate weary idealists. My backgrounds are not always content to remain quietly in the background. Through highly charged color choices, energetic lines, and regional and global textile patterns commonly made by and for women, these backgrounds sometimes ask nicely and other times demand with exasperation to be seen, heard, accepted, and appreciated.” - Kristen Palana You will hear Kristen describe how this is a "move year" for their family. It is the year where they find out the next adventurous location they will live and make home. That process can be daunting and exhilarating but always unpredictable. She and her husband are providing a lifestyle for their sons that will send them into adult life well prepared to adapt and excel. Very exciting times ahead for Kristen! We wish her all the very best. Here are show notes to learn even more about Kristen Palana and her art and life. Kristen Palana's Website Kristen's Mastrius Information Al-Tiba9 Contemporary Art Interview with Kristen Palana

Joseph Mughogho in Lilongwe, Malawi and I speak about our common experience with the United Church of God and LifeNets.  He has been accountant for UCG and is currently the LifeNets Business Manager for northern Malawi.   He is the author of several books on leadership including   Unleashing Leadership in You, How to Lead Others while Leading Yourself and Triangle of Life. jchipimpha@gmail.com   On Facebook   You can learn more about him on LinkedIn    His website is    https://devcentremw.org   His bio includes the following:    "Joseph Chipimpha Mughogho, holds a Master of Science in Managing Rural and Community Development(Malawi), a Bachelor of Science in Business Management (Virgin Islands-UK), Diploma in Project Management(Kenya).  He also holds Certificates in Sustainable Finance, Integrating United Nations SDGs into the National Policy, and Introduction of Sustainable Business Management. The author carries with him a working experience spouting a period of 30 years in Finance, Administration and Project Management in both Private, Non-government Organisations and Faith-based Organisations".         

We talk to Andreas Jahn (Malawi Ministry of Health) and Nellie Wadonda-Kabondo (US CDC, Lilongwe, Malawi) about trends in HIV prevalence and incidence derived from two successive PHIA studies, and Malawi's progress towards achieving 95-95-95 goal.Read the full article:https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhiv/article/PIIS2352-3018(23)00144-3/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_generic_lanhivContinue this conversation on social!Follow us today at...https://twitter.com/thelancethttps://instagram.com/thelancetgrouphttps://facebook.com/thelancetmedicaljournalhttps://linkedIn.com/company/the-lancethttps://youtube.com/thelancettv

Malawi to have electric cars, nationwide power outage over the weekend, Ndirande market in flames, plane crashes in Lilongwe, operation to get rid of unroadworthy motorcycles, singer Lulu to perform in Uganda, and much more.Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at malawi@rorshok.com Like what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link:https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateESCOM Load-Shedding Schedule: https://twitter.com/ESCOM_Malawi/status/1694361044070637877/photo/1

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Interview with Sapan Ghai, Chief Commercial Officer of Sovereign Metals (ASX: SVM)Our previous interview: https://youtu.be/zUs0Pzn0bRkRecording date: 19th July 2023Sovereign Metals, a company dedicated to mineral exploration and development, owns and operates a highly prospective rutile deposit in Malawi, situated near the capital city, Lilongwe. The company has successfully identified a rutile province of global significance within its extensive Malawian land holdings.In the heart of Malawi lies Kasiya, known for being the world's largest natural rutile deposit and one of the most substantial flake graphite deposits. Sovereign Metals is on a mission to establish a sustainable operation that can supply the high-demand natural rutile and graphite to international markets.In June 2022, an Expanded Scoping Study (ESS) validated Kasiya's potential to become one of the world's largest and most cost-effective producers of natural rutile and natural graphite. The study also highlighted that the global warming potential is significantly lower than other existing and planned operations.Sovereign Metals is currently progressing with an advanced Pre-feasibility Study (PFS) for Kasiya, which will augment the initial findings of the ESS. The results of the PFS are expected to be announced in the coming months.

Listen to ASCO's JCO Global Oncology's essay, “Capturing Memories for Children with Cancer in a Low-Resource Setting” by Dr. Allison Silverstein, an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. This Art of Global Oncology essay is followed by an interview with Silverstein and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Silverstein shares her launch of a framed picture legacy project in Malawi for those with childhood cancer in a low-resource setting. TRANSCRIPT Narrator: Capturing Memories for Children With Cancer in a Low-Resource Setting (10.1200/GO.23.00001) I was the paparazza, capturing salient moments from our program's “Palliative Care Day” where children with cancer and their guardians played games, completed artwork, sang and danced, and enjoyed meals together. It was a precious day for these children with life limiting disease to shed the weight of their diagnoses and instead share laughter and joy with one another. As a pediatric resident on a global health year in Malawi, I was invited to document our team's activities with the intent to share with potential donors. However, with a click of the camera's button, I realized the opportunity for an unintended greater impact. I scrolled through the day's pictures and could not help but think the recipients of the pictures should not be strangers, but instead the families or even children themselves. Although families had already provided consent for each picture, they never expected to see them. Pictures capture moments in ways words cannot describe. Coming from a Western society where we celebrate and honor life in pictures, I wondered what happens when you do not have a camera or phone capable of capturing these events. What visual memories do you have when your child dies? Does it feel differently when remembering a lost child without pictures to look at? Do vivid memories fade and, in time, make it difficult to imagine your child's face? As I reflected on this, I acknowledged the overwhelming frequency of childhood cancer death in our setting—in contrast to a .80% survival rate for childhood cancer in the United States,1,2 the childhood cancer mortality rate is estimated to be as high as 90% in sub-Saharan Africa.3 Most of these children present with advanced disease, where disease directed treatment is less likely to be effective,4 and limited availability of medical and supportive care further contribute to poor outcomes.  Although progressive medical infrastructure has sprouted across regions of sub-Saharan Africa to help address these disparities, widespread gaps exist in interdisciplinary services. Families of children with cancer face substantial psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual distress. Many families are fortunate to have robust community support, but we must consider how we, as a medical system, can further support families. Our role includes providing comfort to families, especially when curative medical therapy is not an option and a child's final days near. We must integrate humanities and holistic support for our families as we scale up global health programs, just as is already done in high income settings.  So, when I set my camera aside, I earnestly turned to my local colleagues for their counsel. They grinned as they confirmed the potential value of my blossoming idea. I went to a nearby store where I printed the pictures and purchased basic supplies—glue, string, tape. We collected old boxes from prior hospital pharmacy deliveries and bought local vibrantly colored fabric—chitenje—from the market. From these materials, our first frame was designed. These local materials were obtained on a minimal budget. I shared the first picture and its frame with our social worker who presented the aunt of P with the picture (Fig 1); P had leukemia and had died recently from complications associated with central nervous system disease. In his picture, there he was, coloring during the event we held a few weeks prior. He wore sunglasses and shared that smirk we had all quickly fallen in love with. As she graciously accepted the frame, the corners of P's aunt's mouth turned upwards into a rarely seen smile; she bowed her head silently as we spent a moment remembering P and sharing in his memory. The next week, I had the privilege of joining our team on a bereavement visit to the home of B's father. B had recently died at home and our team visited to provide grief support and share prayers together. We sat in a circle on well-worn couches and chairs as B's father offered he did not have any physical belongings or keepsakes of his son beyond leftover medical supplies from home wound care management; any clothes or toys were passed along to other children and other families. As he shared with us, he removed a cloth covering their makeshift table to reveal a cardboard box, inside of which he retrieved these remaining medical supplies so they could be given to another family. We pulled out a framed picture of B that was taken before the program had formally started but was printed and framed just as the others. I watched as B's father's eyes welled up with tears in surprise and gratitude; he accepted the gift and stood to shake each of our hands. One by one, we started taking more pictures. My colleagues explained the idea of the project as we obtained consent from each new family. Often we were met with a bit of initial skepticism but also willingness to participate. Pictures were taken away from the crowded medical wards and instead in courtyards with benches, grass, and trees as possible. As we delivered the first batches of framed pictures to families, the skepticism was quickly replaced with enthusiasm, and families embraced the program. We could not seem to print consent forms fast enough, as caregivers changed outfits, brushed their hair, and sought us on the wards to request portraits. They claimed their pictures like prizes. Some of the children lived to see them. Others died. The picture project served as emotional support for families, most of whom had or would lose their children. In time, the program transitioned from volunteers constructing frames to caregivers themselves making the frames together; they sat in open green spaces and connected, providing an organic social support system for one another.  With the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, I returned to the United States to continue my training, and my colleagues in Malawi faced new challenges of their own. Just as staffing shifted at my home institution, so too were modifications made in Malawi to optimize patient and team safety. Although our framed photograph program paused similarly to many supportive care programs across the world, months later, my colleague shared a picture with me: a group of caregivers gathered on a lawn, a pile of frames and photographs scattered on the ground, the program restarted, and the memories being created and shared once more.  Dr. Lidia Schapira: Hello and welcome to JCO's Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology, which features essays and personal reflections from authors exploring their experience in the field of oncology. I'm your host, Dr. Lidia Schapira, Associate Editor for Art of Oncology and a professor of medicine at Stanford University. Today, we are joined by Dr. Allison Silverstein, an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode, we will be discussing her Art of Global Oncology article, ‘Capturing Memories for Children with Cancer in a Low Resource Setting'.  At the time of this recording, our guest has no disclosures.  Allison, welcome to our podcast, and thank you for joining us. Dr. Allison Silverstein: Thank you so much for having me. Dr. Lidia Schapira: Allison, your essay captures an experience that you had when you were working in Malawi as a medical resident or pediatrics resident. Tell us a little bit about that. Dr. Allison Silverstein: Thank you. I participated in a four-year pediatrics global health residency where I completed three years of my residency in Houston, Texas, and one year of my residency abroad, working clinically in Lilongwe, Malawi. During that time, I split my time working with children who have HIV, as well as working in the pediatric hematology and oncology wards, both inpatient and outpatient. Dr. Lidia Schapira: Where did your passion for global health start, and where is it now? Where is it taking you? Dr. Allison Silverstein: I think I have always had a love of traveling and experiences, learning about new cultures, meeting new people. And when I was in medical school, I participated in a one-week more voluntourism-type trip, admittedly. And I remember handing a woman who had rheumatoid arthritis, like 30 pills of a medication, and leaving that encounter and feeling just gutted that either these medicines would work and in 30 days, she wouldn't be able to get more. Or they wouldn't work, and she wouldn't be able to follow up to try and help relieve her symptoms. And I came back from that trip and was just really excited to engage more in really sustainable practices. And so I've spent about two years cumulatively living abroad in a few different countries in Africa, and that has cultivated a passion for global work in terms of capacity building and policy, done some research, and then more recently, really engaging on a clinical level.  Dr. Lidia Schapira: What was it like as a medical resident and practitioner in Malawi? Dr. Allison Silverstein: Gosh, I miss that time so much. Every day I was excited to go into work, and I felt this just passion and, truthfully, a personal value that I was a part of something really meaningful. I worked with just a group of incredible humans in all sorts of different disciplines, and being able to learn together and grow together was amazing. It was admittedly also scary at times. I was a resident and had to really acknowledge my limitations and what my comfort level was, coming from a very different setting. But I think I really ultimately embraced that and grew a lot throughout that experience. Dr. Lidia Schapira: So, in your essay, you describe meeting kids and families with cancer and introducing to them some new ideas. Tell us a little bit more about that. Dr. Allison Silverstein: I had a pretty decent camera, very point-and-shoot, knows more than I do about how to take pictures. And I remember participating in what we were calling a palliative care day, where children from their community and their families, as well as some within the hospital, were able to come and just create joy altogether. There was singing, there was dancing, and someone had asked if I would take some pictures to share with potential donors for the program. And, of course, I was ecstatic to get to join and be a part of things. And as I took pictures, I looked at them, and I just had this kind of an aha moment of this blossoming idea that the recipients of these pictures should really be the children and their families. Knowing that most of the children, especially the ones who were there for that particular day, ultimately would die. I approached a few of my Malawian colleagues who were so excited about this idea, and together we put together a project that I think we're all really proud of, as it has continued for now a few years and has impacted a lot of families. Dr. Lidia Schapira: Talk a little bit about this idea of memories and having a photograph that helps families who are grieving keep that memory of their child so present. Dr. Allison Silverstein: I think in general, in Western societies, within my family and my friends, pictures are such a common way to pay respects and to remember people. When I'm feeling nostalgic, I go through old pictures. I've lost all four of my grandparents and I'll look back at pictures that we took together and it just brings up a lot of memories and a lot of joy of the time that we spent together. With social media, people will post pictures of their loved ones after they die, and I think that's such an ingrained part of how we grieve and how we process during bereavement. And the idea to me that someone might not have a camera phone or a camera and therefore might not have any pictures of their loved ones when they die. That concept, when I first thought of it, very much shook me. It rattled me to my core thinking about how meaningful and important those things are for me. And it's such a small, simple thing that we absolutely take for granted. Dr. Lidia Schapira: When we think about resources and disparities or inequities in care, we don't usually think about it at this very granular level. I'm curious to learn a little bit more about how you develop this concept and transformed an idea into really a project and then how you got the project to continue even after you left Malawi. Dr. Allison Silverstein: It's a great question. I think in global work in general, it's really important to be intentional about surveying your community about what the needs are and not projecting from your internal opinions what those needs are. And so, of course, I took this picture, and there was this light bulb moment for me, and then I asked myself to step back and say, "Hey, is this truly meaningful? Is this truly valuable? And how can we create something that is sustainable?"  So I asked multiple Malawian colleagues who kind of have different roles or disciplines on the team and said, "Hey, this is what I'm thinking. What do you think? What are your ideas?" And really work collaboratively, knowing I have different perspectives and resources and experiences, and we need to really make it, not me coming in and projecting those things. And so ultimately, everyone was very excited about this idea, and so we started tinkering with a design. Luckily, there was a Kodak store right next to where I got my groceries, and so I was able to print some photos very easily.  And then in Malawi, there's something called Chitenge, which is this beautiful fabric that people will wear, and it will become different articles of clothing, and you can get yards of the fabric very inexpensively at a market. And so I took some scraps that I had and went to the pharmacy and got some cardboard boxes that were left over from prior delivery. So I was really trying to think about things that would be very low cost and repeatable and ultimately designed the first frame. After we had created this first prototype, we internally, the direct members of the team, were the ones who were making them initially, and we started training volunteers in the hospital. And ultimately, the current iteration is that guardians make their own frames, so they sit on a lawn together, and it serves as this opportunity for them to connect and share and serve as kind of a psychosocial support.  This project, we started it towards the end of my time in Lilongwe and with COVID in March of 2020. I was not prepared to be coming back to the US. I was supposed to remain abroad for another month. And I remember getting a call saying, "You need to leave before there aren't any more flights." I said, "No, I can't. I haven't handed off this project yet." And so I met with our team. I created step-by-step instructions on how to make the frames and how to use a camera. They thankfully had a digital camera that they had used for some clinical work previously, and so got those nuts and bolts in place, and then I left.  And it was about six months before I received a WhatsApp message from the social worker in Malawi saying, "Your dream lives on." I was at the airport. I don't remember where I was flying, and I just started crying. Because this was a project that I thought was valuable, and it was a project that I had engaged with colleagues and felt like they also thought it was valuable. But I wasn't sure until that moment that I received that message how meaningful and valuable it was perceived from the team and the families who were there. Dr. Lidia Schapira: Such a beautiful story, and I'm so glad that you chose to write and share it with your colleagues and that we were able to give it some exposure in the journal. I wonder if you can share with our listeners what other projects you might be involved with, now, again, thinking globally. Dr. Allison Silverstein: I am continuing to do some work with the team in Malawi and in Houston on a global scale. I did my fellowship training at University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis and have done some global work with the team at St. Jude. And I'm now getting established in my new role at University of Colorado. And our pediatric palliative medicine team is exploring our ‘what's next' in terms of being leaders within the global health world. And so a lot of little things in progress and trying to figure out what's next. Dr. Lidia Schapira: What opportunities do you see for collaboration in the area of global health, especially global palliative medicine and oncology, the global health infrastructure? Dr. Allison Silverstein: The global health infrastructure is rapidly evolving. Even since I finished medical school until now, I've seen changes in resources and in opportunities, and it's really inspiring to see. A lot of that focus is on those medical interventions, and I think there's a lot of opportunities to think creatively how we can support families beyond just kind of curative or palliative treatment, beyond the medications, beyond the surgery, and think from a very holistic level of involving multiple disciplines and supporting families along their whole journey. Dr. Lidia Schapira: I wonder if during your time in Malawi and through this project of capturing the photos, framing, and then presenting them to families, you had any personal connection with members of families and if you can share with us perhaps some of their reactions or what they said to you.  Dr. Allison Silverstein: I very much tried to be a support system for this program and not the face of this program, and so I tried to take a step back and empower my colleagues to really have an active role in the execution and the vision itself. I shared a couple of meaningful encounters in my narrative. I think one of the really special stories I have actually doesn't directly involve me, but I mentioned that I stay in close touch with a social worker in Malawi. And she recently went to a home for a bereavement visit after the passing of a child. And when they entered the home, there were three frames on the wall with pictures that they had taken while the child was alive. And seeing that picture, seeing that moment that the family had recognized the value and taken the initiative to not only accept and embrace these pictures and their frames, but to hang them in their home. That was a really special moment for me. Dr. Lidia Schapira: It sounds like it's been a very moving experience, very meaningful for you. And I wonder if you can reflect a little bit on how this experience perhaps has changed the way you think about palliative medicine and pediatrics. Dr. Allison Silverstein: I think I have realized how much of our role in medicine is about the little things and recognizing that the little things to me might not be little to someone else. And so taking that moment to listen and to hear a family's needs and think creatively and problem solve, no matter what they are articulating, this is something that I really try to practice both in my role in Denver and as I think of other roles that I fill and will grow into. And this project has really helped me frame some of my work in terms of those little things, as well as really enhanced my personal practice of gratitude and appreciation for the little things in my life. Dr. Lidia Schapira: Allison, thank you so much for your words, your wisdom, and the work that you're doing. I hope you continue to be inspired and creative, and I look forward to connecting in the future. Dr. Allison Silverstein: Thank you so much for having me today and letting me share about this project and my passions. Dr. Lidia Schapira: Until next time. Thank you for listening to JCO's Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology. Don't forget to give us a rating or review, and be sure to subscribe, so you never miss an episode. You can find all of the ASCO shows at asco.org/podcasts.  The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions.   Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. Guest statements on the podcast do not express the opinions of ASCO. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement.  Show Notes:  Like, share and subscribe so you never miss an episode and leave a rating or review. Guest Bio:   Dr. Allison Silverstein is an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. 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Children in Lilongwe and Blantyre haven't been able to return to school after the Christmas holidays. Schools have been closed to help stop cholera spreading. Cases have surged in recent weeks and 750 people have died since the outbreak started in March. So, can these measures help bring the situation under control? #AfricaDaily

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Ref: The Lion of Judah has broken every yoke He has given us the victory again and again 1. He has broken the yoke of unfaithfulness He has broken the yoke of failure and frustration He has broken the yoke of my old failings He has given me the victory again and again The Lion! 2. He has taken all my sins; He has taken all the self He has delivered me from all my sins; I am very grateful. He has broken the hypocrite; He has broken every yoke He has given me the victory again and again The Lion! 3. He has given us the strength to fast; He's given strength to pray He has given us the strength to work every day of our lives The strength to turn the loss to Him; the strength to teach the saints He has given us the victory again and again The Lion! 4. He has given us the breakthroughs in very many ways He has given us the breakthrough in soul winning for sure He has given us the breakthroughs in so many other ways He has given us the victory again and again The Lion! 5. He has broken the yoke in Yaoundé, Douala In Bertoua, Bamenda, Bafoussam and Buea He has broken the yoke from us everywhere we are found All over Cameroon, He has blessed us again and again The Lion! 6. Very soon, we'll be with Him, on the great throne of God Very soon, we'll reign with Him, there on the throne At the great banquet in heaven, we'll have to stop all fasts He'll have given us the victory again and again The Lion! MYN, 20:03, 24/12/17, Area 6, Lilongwe, Malawi

Ref: We are soldiers Fighting for the Kingdom In the name of Jesus We have conquered 1. We are soldiers Marching out for the Lord In the name of Jesus We have conquered. Alleluia! 2. Boldly we move Pushing against the foe He cannot resist us We have conquered. Alleluia! 3. Fighting rulers Authorities and powers And forces of evil We have conquered. Alleluia! 4. Having disarmed Powers, authorities Christ made a public Spectacle of them. Alleluia! 5. Jesus beat them Triumphing over them By the cross – Yes, the cross We have conquered. Alleluia! 6. So we press on Fearlessly and boldly Trashing up the great foe We have conquered. Alleluia! 7. Winning, winning We cannot know defeat And we'll reign with Jesus Soon in heaven. Alleluia! (Warfare in theme like ‘Onward Christian Soldier') MYN, 6:45, 23/1/05, A6, Lilongwe

Ref: We are soldiers Fighting for the Kingdom In the name of Jesus We have conquered 1. We are soldiers Marching out for the Lord In the name of Jesus We have conquered. Alleluia! 2. Boldly we move Pushing against the foe He cannot resist us We have conquered. Alleluia! 3. Fighting rulers Authorities and powers And forces of evil We have conquered. Alleluia! 4. Having disarmed Powers, authorities Christ made a public Spectacle of them. Alleluia! 5. Jesus beat them Triumphing over them By the cross – Yes, the cross We have conquered. Alleluia! 6. So we press on Fearlessly and boldly Trashing up the great foe We have conquered. Alleluia! 7. Winning, winning We cannot know defeat And we'll reign with Jesus Soon in heaven. Alleluia! (Warfare in theme like ‘Onward Christian Soldier') MYN, 6:45, 23/1/05, A6, Lilongwe

Ref: We are victorious Yes, we are victorious Glory be to God Who has given us victory Alleluia! 1. I am victorious Yes, I am victorious Glory be to God Who has given us victory; Alleluia! 2. We are victorious Yes, we've won in Jesus At Calvary's stake Jesus gave us victory; Alleluia! 3. More than conquerors We are more than conquerors Through Him who loved us By dying to set us free; Alleluia! 4. We are all winners Yes, we have won in Christ Failure and disease Do not have a part in us; Alleluia! 5. We've been empowered And Satan has fallen Glory be to God Who has given us victory; Alleluia! 6. Very, very soon We'll live and reign with Christ Up there in heaven For that is our destiny; Alleluia! MYN, 17:05, 19/12/11, Area 6, Lilongwe

I am excited about today's episode, which openly tackles behind-closed-door topics on obstetric care. Amanda chatted with Dr. Rachel Pope about the transformative work in Africa to provide education and solutions for women's reproductive health and her mission to normalize topics around sexual well-being. This conversation is enlightening, empowering, and so educational. Join us to learn more!Key takeaways to listen for Reasons why women and transgender patients go through vaginoplasty Different injustices and issues on women's health worldwide Impact of proper reproductive health education and care Ways for physicians and medical professionals to interact better with patients Next-generation goals to help improve the healthcare system for women's reproductive healthResources mentioned in this episode Dr. Shubham Gupta Dr. Jen GunterAbout Dr. Rachel PopeDr. Pope, who did her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UH, is a behavioral health psychologist and Division Chief, OB/GYN Behavioral Medicine at UH Cleveland Medical Center. Dr. Pope collaborates with reconstructive surgeons, pelvic floor physical therapists, and female pelvic medicine experts. She is an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Medical Director, Lead Surgeon of the Fistula Care Center in Lilongwe, Malawi, and a Fellowship Director of Global Women's Health.Connect with Dr. Rachel Website: Rachel Pope, MD, MPH LinkedIn: Dr. Rachel Pope MD, MPHSupport the show! Want to learn more about us? Visit our website at www.periodtopause.com or send an email to amanda@periodtopause.com.Follow us on Instagram: @periodtopauseJoin our Facebook Group: Period to Pause