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Send us a textHow have humanitarian organizations managed to deliver life-saving aid to millions of Gazans despite the dangerous and difficult conditions since Oct 7? Despite their success, why have the US and Israel set up an alternative mechanism for distributing aid under the auspices of the secretive Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF)? What principles guide the field of humanitarian relief, and how does the existing UN-backed mechanism compare with the practices of the GHF? Abby Maxman, President and CEO of Oxfam America, joined the show this week to answer some of these questions and call on the world to allow her colleagues to do what they do best: deliver life-saving food, water, and aid to the people of Gaza as the UN announces that the entire population of the enclave is now at risk of famine.

President and CEO of Oxfam America Abby Maxman joined Brittany Lewis on "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss DOGE's attempts to cut and dismantle USAID in the Trump administration's first 100 days. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ambassador Wendy Sherman, the 21st U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and the first woman in that position, has been a diplomat, businesswoman, professor, political strategist, author, and social worker. She served under three presidents and five secretaries of state, becoming known as a diplomat for hard conversations in hard places. As Deputy Secretary, she was the point person on China. While serving as Undersecretary for Political Affairs, Sherman led the U.S. negotiating team that reached an agreement on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action between the P5+1, the European Union and Iran.  And, as Counselor at the State Department, she led on North Korea and was engaged on Middle East negotiations. For her diplomatic accomplishments she was awarded the National Security Medal by President Barack Obama. At Harvard Kennedy School, she was a professor of the practice of public leadership, director of the Center for Public Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School (where she is now a Hauser Leadership Fellow), and a current and former Senior Fellow at the School's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. In 2002, along with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, Sherman built a global consulting business, The Albright Group. Sherman previously served on the President's Intelligence Advisory Board, chaired Oxfam America's Board of Directors, served on the U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Policy Board, and was Director of Child Welfare for the State of Maryland. She is the author of the book: “Not for the Faint of Heart: Lessons in Courage, Power and Persistence.” Sherman attended Smith College and received a B.A. cum laude from Boston University and a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland. Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King and the OCPA Design Team. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner of the OCPA Digital Team. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill of the OCPA Editorial Team. 

There is confusion over the status of USAID after the Trump administration announced it set its sights on potentially reorganizing or getting rid of parts of the organization. President and CEO of Oxfam America Abby Maxman joins Brittany Lewis on "Forbes Newsroom" to react. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Numerous refugees living in Vermont have lost support for food, rent and other basic needs after a funding freeze imposed by the Trump administration. Refugee assistance organizations lost access to federal funds on Monday, only to have a judge block the order on Tuesday, and have the government rescind the order on Wednesday. The situation has caused confusion and panic among newly arrived refugees, who are legal immigrants who often arrive here with nothing.The federal refugee program assists people who have escaped war, natural disaster or persecution. Refugees typically receive reception and placement (R&P) funds in their first 90 days in the country. Newly arrived families in Vermont receive $1,650 in R&P funds that enables them to pay for initial housing, medicine, clothing and other basic needs. Last week, the Trump administration halted refugee admissions, stopped R&P payments, and suspended nearly all foreign aid.The president of Oxfam America denounced the halt in foreign aid as “a cruel decision that has life or death consequences for millions of people around the world."On Wednesday afternoon, facing furious backlash, the Trump administration rescinded its order that froze trillions of dollars in federal grants and loans. But this did not restore the reception and placement funding, leaving 59 recently arrived families with few resources on which to survive. And as of Wednesday afternoon, some Vermont refugee groups were still unable to access federal funds to support their general operations.On Tuesday afternoon, we spoke about what is happening to refugees in Vermont with Molly Gray, the executive of the Vermont Afghan Alliance, Yassin Hashimi, a program manager at the organization, and Sonali Samarasinghe, Field Office Director for the Vermont office of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI).“What we've seen over the last week is a systematic abandonment of Afghan allies and refugees more generally,” said Gray. More than 600 people from Afghanistan, many of whom helped the U.S. in its diplomatic and military missions, have settled in Vermont following the withdrawal of U.S. troops and the collapse of the U.S.-backed government in 2021.Samarasinghe said, “It is undeniable that our capacity is being diminished but we are fighting back to continue to support these efforts, to support our clients at least, and we are confident that with the support of Vermonters on the ground here, and we are beyond grateful for their generosity of spirit each and every day, we can meet these challenges.".Yassin Hashimi was working on a project for the U.S. Embassy in Kabul before fleeing Afghanistan and coming to the U.S. in 2023. His parents have received approval to come to the U.S. but are stuck in Pakistan due to the Trump administration's freeze on refugee programs. Hashimi has already rented an apartment around Burlington in anticipation of their arrival, but does not know when or if they will arrive. “Sometimes we have to be ready for the worst situation,” he reflected.But he added, “We should not give up and we should keep fighting for the things which is right.”

Are you committed to driving equitable policies that benefit not just Black women, but all women and workers? Are you ready to lead change that centers on race and brings about brave, transformative conversations? Stay tuned as we unravel strategies to achieve this impactful result.My special guest is Dr. Mikhiela SherrodDr. Mikhiela Sherrod, an influential figure in racial equity and economic justice, brings a wealth of experience in community activism and civil rights initiatives. Her journey from a scientific and research background to her current role as a leader at Oxfam America, spearheading domestic programs and policies, reflects her unwavering commitment to addressing systemic disparities. With a strong track record in initiatives such as "A New Era for Black Women," Dr. Sherrod's dedication to advancing equitable policies for marginalized communities is evident. Her multifaceted expertise and deep-rooted passion for social justice position her as a pivotal figure in driving impactful conversations on leadership, racial equity, and economic justice for women of color.In this episode, you will be able to:Empower Black women and unveil the blueprint for equitable policiesLead with impact by embracing Racial Equity in LeadershipFuel economic power through strategies for justice among women of colorUplift women by building a care economy for lasting changeConnect with Dr. Mikhiela SherrodWebsite: OxFamAmericaLinkedIn: Dr. Mikhiela SherrodHi listener! Please take our short Listener Survey HERE to give The R.A.C.E. Podcast team feedback on the show. We will use the feedback to inform how we approach conversations in the future. Upon completion, you will be entered in our quarterly drawing for a $100 Visa gift card! Your email address will only be used for this purpose. Thanks in advance - we appreciate your feedback.Connect with Keecha Harris and Associates: Website: https://khandassociates.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/keecha-harris-and-associates/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/khandassociates YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCukpgXjuOW-ok-pHtVkSajg/featured Connect with Keecha: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keechaharris/

Reena Gupta is the Delhi Secretary of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). She is also AAP's National Spokesperson and advises the Delhi government on environmental issues. She has a master's degree in International Development. Before politics, she worked with organizations like Oxfam America and the World Bank, focusing on environmental and sustainable development. She is also a member of Delhi's State-Level Environmental Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), where she helps in environmental policies and assessments in the area. You can with connect Reena here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reena.aap?igsh=MWRzbnp3MDN0M2M4eA==Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GuptaReenaG?mibextid=LQQJ4dTwitter: https://x.com/reena_guptaa?s=21LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reena-gupta-58682835?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appYoutube: https://youtube.com/@aap.reenagupta?si=MiyXtSbiag4q80Xc In this episode, Vinamre and Reena talk about: - The ideology of AAP and the switch from activists to politicians - Why Arvind Kejriwal is not the CM and what happened with Swati Maliwal - Who is responsible for the high pollution in the air and the solutions to reduce it - The power clash between the Center and the Delhi government - The workings of the LG and police control, the reality of the Indian economy- The debate of full statehood vs union territory status of Delhi. If you want to know the workings of the Aam Aadmi Party and how we reached this condition of high AQI in Delhi every year, watch this episode. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 0:45 - Did AAP stray away from their core ideals? 10:55 - Is AAP becoming like BJP and Congress? 18:10 - Who makes decisions in AAP? 20:30 - Why is Arvind Kejriwal not the CM now? 25:15 - The Ideology of AAP 31:05 - Reason for the polluted Yamuna 34:30 - The Issue of High AQI in Delhi 42:50 - Cooperation with the central government 46:20 - Ideal solution to reduce High AQI 54:30 - Difficult challenges they face as a party 59:45 - How AAP recruits people 1:05:41 - Stance on Swati Maliwal 1:09:54 - The Statehood of Delhi 1:15:02 - LG and police coordination in Delhi 1:22:20 - Reality of the Indian economy 1:30:45 - Collision with Congress in the election? 1:32:01 - Need of Improvement in quality of life 1:35:50 - Plans for Delhi's nightlife 1:39:55 - Conclusion ==================================================================== This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa. Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinamrekasanaa/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaa Dostcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dostcast/ Dostcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dostcast Dostcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557567524054 ==================================================================== Contact Us For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com

Abby Maxman, president and CEO of Oxfam America, debriefs the UNGA and talks about Oxfam's recent work on the ground in Ukraine, Gaza and South Sudan.

Alejandra Schrader is a Chef, Author, and Activist. Alejandra is a founding member of the Chef's Manifesto and has been an Ambassador for Oxfam America for over a decade, where she has had the opportunity to discuss food sustainability and policy with prominent political figures. Her book “The Low-Carbon Cookbook and Action Plan” highlights plant-based recipes designed to reduce food waste and combat climate change. In this episode, Alejandra delves into her multifaceted career promoting sustainable food practices. She opens up about how growing up in Venezuela influenced her approach to food and sustainability, how repurposing food can help to address health and environmental issues in America while reducing food waste, and emphasises the importance of creativity, curiosity, and preservation in sustainable cooking.   Resources and links: Purchase “The Low-Carbon Cookbook and Action Plan” here Alejandra Schrader's website Alejandra Schrader on Instagram Alejandra Schrader on Facebook Alejandra Schrader on X Alejandra Schrader on LinkedIn   Connect: Future Fork podcast website Paul Newnham on Instagram Paul Newnham on X Paul Newnham on LinkedIn Disruptive Consulting Solutions website SDG2 Advocacy Hub website SDG2 Advocacy Hub on X SDG2 Advocacy Hub on Facebook SDG2 Advocacy Hub on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Why should I have to change my lifestyle when there's all those poor people over there we can blame?!?BONUS EPISODES available on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/deniersplaybook) SOCIALS & MORE (https://linktr.ee/deniersplaybook) CREDITS Created by: Rollie Williams, Nicole Conlan & Ben BoultHosts: Rollie Williams & Nicole ConlanExecutive producer: Ben Boult Post-production: Jubilaria Media Researchers: Carly Rizzuto, Canute Haroldson & James CrugnaleArt: Jordan Doll Music: Tony Domenick Special thanks: The Civil Liberties Defense Center, Jan Breitling, Robert Fletcher SOURCESTucker: The world we live in cannot last. (2022, January 5). Fox News.U.S. Population Growth Rate 1950-2024. (2024). Macrotrends.Fox News. (2018, December 6). Tucker on mass migration's effect on our environment. YouTube.Fox News. (2017, July 7). Progressive: Limit immigration for the environments sake. YouTube.Utopian Dreams. (2017, March 27). Sir David Attenborough on Overpopulation. YouTube.Climate One. (2017). Jane Goodall Discusses Over Population. YouTube.The Borgen Project. (2010, August 2). Bill Gates on Overpopulation and Global Poverty. YouTube.Balan, M. (2016, October 24). NBC's Guthrie, Tom Hanks Hype Overpopulation: “The Math Does Add Up.” MrcTV; Media Research Center.Malthus, T. R. (1798). An Essay on the Principle of Population. In Internet Archive. J. Johnson London.The 1801 Census. (n.d.). 1911census.org.uk.Poor Law reform. (2024). UK Parliament.Ko, L. (2016, January 29). Unwanted Sterilization and Eugenics Programs in the United States. Independent Lens; PBS.Bold, M. G. (2015, March 5). Op-Ed: It's time for California to compensate its forced-sterilization victims. Los Angeles Times.Fletcher, R., Breitling, J., & Puleo, V. (2014). Barbarian hordes: the overpopulation scapegoat in international development discourse. Third World Quarterly, 35(7), 1195–1215. https://doi.org/10.1080/01436597.2014.926110Lyndon Johnson's State of the Union Address, 1967. (n.d.). Ballotpedia.Timms, A. (2020, May 18). Making Life Cheap: Making Life Cheap Population control, herd immunity, and other anti-humanist fables. The New Republic.National Security Study Memorandum NSSM 200: Implications of Worldwide Population Growth For U.S. Security and Overseas Interests (THE KISSINGER REPORT). (1974). USAID.USAID Policy Paper: Population Assistance. (1982). USAID.Doshi, V. (2016, October 26). Will the closure of India's sterilisation camps end botched operations? The Guardian.Kovarik, J. (2018, October 8). Why Don't We Talk About Peru's Forced Sterilizations? The New Republic.ISSUE BRIEF: USAID'S PARTNERSHIP WITH PERU ADVANCES FAMILY PLANNING. (2016). USAID.Ehrlich, P. R. (1968). The Population Bomb. Ballantine Books.Paul Ehrlich, famed ecologist, answers questions. (2004, August 10). Grist.If Books Could Kill. (2022, December 15). The Population Bomb. Podbay.Union of Concerned Scientists. (1992, July 16). 1992 World Scientists' Warning to Humanity. Union of Concerned Scientists.Haberman, C. (2015, May 31). The Unrealized Horrors of Population Explosion. The New York Times.United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. (2022). World Population Prospects 2022: Summary of Results. United Nations.Oxfam. (2024, July 2). What is famine, and how can we stop it? Oxfam America.Is There a Global Food Shortage? What's Causing Hunger, Famine and Rising Food Costs Around the World. (2023, November 16). World Food Program USA.Pengra, B. (2012). One Planet, How Many People? A Review of Earth's Carrying Capacity. In UNEP Global Environmental Alert Service (GEAS). UNEP.CONFRONTING CARBON INEQUALITY: Putting climate justice at the heart of the COVID-19 recovery. (2020). In OXFAM Media Briefing. OXFAM.United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. (2021). Global Population Growth and Sustainable Development. United Nations.Eyrich, T. (2018, November 14). Climate change is worsening, but population control isn't the answer. UC Riverside News.Disclaimer: Some media clips have been edited for length and clarity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Countries around the world are stepping up efforts to combat climate change but mountainous challenges loom. That's according to the guest on the latest episode of Grid Talk.Host Marty Rosenberg speaks with David Waskow, director of International Climate Initiatives at the World Resources Institute. Waskow says non-governmental organizations (NGOs), are shoulder to shoulder with national governments' stepped-up engagement.“We're both making a lot of progress and have enormous challenges ahead of us,” said Waskow.According to Waskow the work is just beginning.“I think one thing we haven't taken into account is the depth of transformation that we need.”Some countries are making notable progress. “The surge in renewables in India is just quite remarkable and there over 100 gigawatts at the moment I believe, and continuing to grow rapidly,” he said. And he's talking about massive societal transformations.“We are moving quickly on EVs but all the evidence is that we're not only going to have to do EVs at a massive scale, we're also going to have to shift to other modes of transport than passenger vehicles.”AS the Director of WRI's International Climate Initiative Waskow is focused on international cooperation that catalyzes and supports action on climate change at the national level in developed and developing countries Prior to WRI, David directed climate change policy at the development organization Oxfam America, where much of his work focused on the impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities. He has graduate degrees from the University of Chicago and the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University; his undergraduate degree is from Brown University.

Paul O'Brien is the Executive Director at Amnesty International USA.  Over his career, he has done human rights research and advocacy in more than 50 countries, including most recently, Mexico, Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank.  He lived for 10 years in Africa, working for local and international organizations, and for 5 years in Afghanistan, where he served as an advisor to the President. Before Amnesty, Paul co-led Oxfam's advocacy efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic and led Oxfam America's advocacy with the US government. He is the author of Power Switch: How We Can Reverse Extreme Inequality. This month, Paul and I are in conversation about the current state of human rights. Enjoy our conversation. You can follow Paul on X @dpaulobrien

Famine is imminent in the northern Gaza Strip, according to a report released this week by United Nations-backed food experts. The analysis by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) also finds that half of Gaza's population, 1.1 million people, , would most likely experience “catastrophic” shortages of food by mid-July. We'll discuss the IPC report and get the latest on efforts to speed up humanitarian assistance as Israel continues to wage war on Hamas. Guests: Rushdi Abualouf, Gaza correspondent based in Istanbul, BBC Alex DeWaal, executive director, World Peace Foundation; research professor, Tufts University Abby Maxman, president and CEO, Oxfam America

* Humanitarian Crisis & Starvation Used as a Weapon of War in Gaza Demands Immediate Ceasefire; Abby Maxman, Oxfam America's Pres. & CEO, Dr. Karameh Kuemmerle a member of Doctors Against Genocide; Producer: Scott Harris. * Beyond the Devastation in Gaza, Repression & Violence Impact Palestinians in the Occupied West Bank; Mazin Qumsiyeh, Professor, Director of Cytogenetics Services at Bethlehem University & Dir. PIBS; Producer: Melinda Tuhus. * Corporate Media Coverage of Election 2024 is Riven by Journalistic Malpractice; Rick Perlstein, journalist, historian, and author; Producer: Scott Harris.

Scott Paul, associate director of peace and security at Oxfam America, talks about why 20 aid organizations have issued a public letter protesting a pause in Western funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency  (UNRWA), the main aid agency in Gaza offering services that the aid groups says are indispensable in the current crisis. Oxfam, Save the Children, the AFSC and other aid groups working in Gaza say cutting aid to UNRWA will have devastating effects on what is already a humanitarian catastrophe.  The suspension of funds to UNRWA by 18 countries, including the United States, the Uniked Kingdom, Germany and others, follows still-unverified allegations that 12 of UNRWA's employees in Gaza may have links to the Hamas attacks on Oct 7.  UNRWA  employs 13,000 people in Gaza and 30,000 throughout the region and may be forced to cease operations by the end of February unless funding is resumed. The pause in aid to UNRWA come on the heels of the World Court ordering Israel to take measures to prevent genocide in Gaz and to provide more humanitarian aid. Margot Patterson talks to Chimène Keitner, an expert on international law and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Professor of Law at the University of California-Davis, about that ruling and its significance and impact.

Every day since October 7th, our hearts have been breaking. The unconscionable terrorist attack on Israel killed so many innocents. And yet, in the Israeli response, many times more innocents in Gaza have been killed. Across the region, children and civilians are suffering and dying unnecessarily. To help us understand the situation on the ground in Gaza and Israel and the role of aid organizations, I've invited Abby Maxman on the show. Abby is the President and CEO of Oxfam America. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alyssa-milano-sorry-not-sorry/message

President Biden delivers remarks in Lewiston, Maine following the mass shooting that left 18 people dead. President & CEO of Oxfam America describes the deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Susan Page, Juanita Tolliver and Brad Todd join the Meet the Press NOW roundtable to discuss President Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war. NBC News campaign embed Sarah Dean reports on Kathryn Burgum, wife of presidential candidate Doug Burgum, about her role in the campaign and her message on addiction and mental health.

This list compiled by Charity Watch Doctors Without Borders (http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/)/MSF is donating medical supplies to hospitals/health facilities in Gaza responding to medical needs. MSF does not run medical programs in Israel, which has strong emergency and health services. MSF has been running medical programs in Gaza for more than 20 years, supporting a health care system that urgently lacks both medical personnel and supplies. Their teams work in three hospitals and several outpatient clinics, offering comprehensive care for people suffering from burns and trauma. Since 2018, MSF has been running a reconstructive surgery program in northern Gaza. They also operate several medical programs in the West Bank. Anera (http://www.anera.org/), has no political or religious affiliation, works on the ground with partners in Palestine mobilizing immediate emergency relief. Anera has already delivered 12,000 bags of IV solutions to Gaza's largest hospital. In the coming days they will distribute food parcels, water, and hygiene kits to displaced families. Muslim Aid USA (http://www.mausa.org/) is actively responding to this humanitarian crisis, working alongside their partners on the ground; delivering essential medical aid and equipment to the main hospitals in Gaza. They are also providing food packages and vital non-food items such as hygiene kits and other necessities to those who are in need. The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (http://www.jdc.org/) has activated their emergency response across Israel. In the south of the country, they have widespread, existing operations and programs providing support to those directly impacted by the conflict, including elderly, people with disabilities, children and families at risk. Hadassah (http://www.hadassah.org/) hospitals in Israel and its medical teams are currently providing crisis medicine and trauma-care to those impacted by the on-going conflict. Zakat Foundation of America (https://www.zakat.org/) has been in this volatile area for over 20 years. Alongside local partners they provide both long-and short-term aid. Zakat has stated that it is supplying emergency relief, including: medical supplies, hygiene kits, food, warm blankets and clothing. HIAS (http://www.hias.org/) has been operating in Israel since 1950. Within 24 hours of the initial conflict, HIAS activated its Emergency Response protocols to provide life-saving support to those displaced. Their core emergency capabilities include hygiene supplies, blankets, dignity kits, mental health and psychological support, and child protection. Mercy Corps (http://www.mercycorps.org/) has operated in the West Bank and Gaza since 1986, providing humanitarian support including access to water, working with children and young people, and connecting people to economic opportunities. Mercy Corps currently has people on the ground assessing the needs of those impacted by the conflict and will resume their lifesaving programs when it is safe to do so. Oxfam-America (https://www.oxfamamerica.org/) has been working in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and Israel since the 1950s and established its only country office in the area in the 1980s. In total they work with 28 partner organizations to offer lifesaving support including: rebuilding water and sanitation infrastructure, hygiene kits, distributing cash, food and bedding. Oxfam is in discussion with partners on how to begin their humanitarian response once it is safe to do so. See the full list: https://www.charitywatch.org/charity-donating-articles/gaza-israel-conflict-top-rated-charities-providing-aid

For the past two years, unemployment in North Carolina has done more than return to pre-pandemic levels; it's actually dropped to the lowest level in more than 20 years. A closer look, however, reveals a more complicated picture — especially for the state's women. Indeed, in Oxfam America's recently released ranking of the Best and […] The post Ana Pardo of the NC Justice Center discusses the 2023 State of Working Women appeared first on NC Newsline.

In this episode of "The Running Wine Mom," we explore the journey and insights of Nikki Silvestri, a remarkable leader, entrepreneur, and advocate. Nikki wears many hats - she's a mother of two, a non-profit executive director, and the CEO and founder of Soil and Shadow. She also serves on the board of Greenpeace USA and is an international keynote speaker.Nikki's approach to inclusion, leadership, and organizational development is deeply rooted in nature, weaving the concept of "social fertility" into her Joy and Impact™ framework. She encourages a shame-free approach to addressing societal shadows and blind spots, especially in the pursuit of balancing the triple bottom line of ecology, economy, and equity in our ever-changing world.Throughout her wide-ranging career, Nikki has presented at the White House, negotiated with the Environmental Protection Agency, and conducted intimate workshops with local businesses. She's a recipient of prestigious awards, including ELLE Magazine's Gold Award and OxFam America's Act Local, Think Global Award, and she's been named one of The Root's 100 Most Influential African Americans.Join us as we explore Nikki's unique perspective, her experiences across different sectors, and her passion for creating positive change. Discover how she uses her platform to drive impactful conversations and empower others. Tune in now for an enlightening and inspiring conversation with Nikki Silvestri.Instagram: @Nikki_Silvestrihttps://linktr.ee/nikki_silvestri

Welcome to the Harvard Center for International Development's Road to GEM23 Climate & Development podcast. At CID, we work across a global network of researchers and practitioners to build, convene, and deploy talent to address the world's most pressing challenges. On our Road to GEM23, we strive to elevate and learn from voices from the countries on the frontlines of the climate crisis and will feature learnings from leading researchers and practitioners working to combat climate change. In this episode, we are joined by Scott Sellwood, Policy Lead, Human Rights & Extractive Industries at Oxfam America. Scott is joined by CID Student Ambassador, Charles Hua, to discuss environmental justice and natural resource extraction during a transition towards clean energy globally. Read more about Scott on Oxfam's website here: https://www.oxfamamerica.org/explore/people/scott-sellwood/ And on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/scott_sellwood

Join us in this thought-provoking episode of Pushback Talks as we sit down with Rebecca Riddell, Policy Lead, Economic Justice at Oxfam America. In a candid conversation, Leilani, Fredrik, and Rebecca speak on the importance of engaging in difficult conversations and effectively communicating across ideological divides when advocating for housing rights.We delve into what increasing taxes on the rich for the specific purpose of human rights outcomes could look like, the importance of working in coalition, and even about a group of millionaires committed to raising taxes on the wealthy. Is there a way to keep the essential parts of our society out of the speculative finance bubble? What does economic justice look like? Listen to this week's episode to find out!Rebecca Riddell, BIOSupport the show

Matt Hamiltion, senior advisor on traders and inclusive value chains at Oxfam America shares with Ian Welsh some results from Oxfam's latest Moving the Middle report, assessing big agribusinesses on their policies and implementation plans. The companies are evaluated across five issue areas: women's empowerment, land inequality, smallholder equity and transparency. They also debate the need to go beyond commitments and begin implementation to sustain a just food system for the long-term.

This week: Matt Hamilton, senior advisor for inclusive value chains at Oxfam America, highlights the key insights from Oxfam's latest behind the brands report benchmarking the activities of the world's biggest agribusinesses, including on empowering women, land rights, transparency and accountability. He shares its findings and provides recommendations for global agribusiness, downstream companies and investors. Plus: EY research questions credibility of corporate net zero strategies; EU's draft energy directive pushes 2030 renewable energy target to 42.5%; Aldi's ambitious target for all LEAF-certified UK fresh produce; and, continuing accusations of “waste colonialism” with the US shipping post-consumer plastic to Mexico, in the news digest. Host: Ian Welsh For Oxfam's new report, click here.

If it seems like the richest people in the world are getting richer—at the expense of everyone else—it's because they are. A recent report from Oxfam illustrates just how much richer the wealthiest people in the world are getting, and to discuss what it means for the rest of us, I've invited Nabil Ahmed onto the podcast. Nabil is the Director of Economic Justice for Oxfam America. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/alyssa-milano-sorry-not-sorry/message

 In this episode, Sebastien Akbik, Corporate Governance Analyst at the PRI spoke with Kiran Aziz, Head of Responsible Investments from KLP and Daniel Mulé, Policy Lead, Extractive Industries Tax and Transparency from Oxfam America.  They discussed the importance for responsible investors to consider tax both from a risk mitigation and positive impact perspective. The speakers also discussed the increasing momentum on tax, including the shareholder proposals on tax transparency filed by Oxfam America and KLP.     Find transcript here: https://bit.ly/3YMKuJ8           

Abby Maxman, President and C.E.O. of Oxfam America describes the tragic earthquakes that rocked southern Turkey and northern Syria and their efforts to help. Also, Dr. Hans-Jacob Schindler says ISIS fighters escaped prison during the earthquakes in a stunning fashion -using U.S. dollars to bribe prison officials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Abby Maxman, President and C.E.O. of Oxfam America describes the tragic earthquakes that rocked southern Turkey and northern Syria and their efforts to help. Also, Dr. Hans-Jacob Schindler says ISIS fighters escaped prison during the earthquakes in a stunning fashion -using U.S. dollars to bribe prison officials.

How can civil society hold businesses and governments to account? This podcast examines the role of NGO advocacy and activism in pushing for better social and environmental outcomes. Chelsea Hodgkins is a Policy Advisor on Oxfam America's Climate, Energy, and Extractive Industries team. She joins us for this conversation having recently been to the climate conference, COP27 in Egypt. During this podcast Chelsea looks specifically at the role of different sectors and how the freedom of speech is essential to improve energy security and access, before providing practical advice on how to deliver a ‘just transition' and why the Loss and Damage Fund is an important ray of hope. Chelsea implores us: “Movements really matter.” With Chelsea's expertise in extractives and energy – she talks in detail about the differing forms of energy; how governments and businesses are pursuing their climate policies – sometimes to the detriment of vulnerable people and the climate; whilst demanding more investment be made in renewable energy sources across the world. Chelsea talks frankly on the question: “How can our energy transition respect human rights?” Chelsea cites the “dramatic increase in demand for minerals used for solar panels, electric vehicles and battery storage” is a key area we need to ensure vulnerable and Indigenous People are not forgotten during the rush to mine critical minerals in the clean energy transition. This podcast conversation is not necessarily an easy listen. Chelsea holds us all to account. But her pragmatic advice for business practitioners and policy makers means that it is a must listen to if we are to ensure no-one is left behind during the transition to a clean economy. Link: International Energy Agency (IEA), Critical minerals, The role of critical minerals in clean energy transitions: https://www.iea.org/topics/critical-minerals International Energy Agency (IEA), The Role of Critical Minerals in the Clean Energy Transition, Report: https://www.iea.org/reports/the-role-of-critical-minerals-in-clean-energy-transitions/executive-summary Dash to Gas Africa: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-63637686 Loss and Damage Fund: https://unfccc.int/news/cop27-reaches-breakthrough-agreement-on-new-loss-and-damage-fund-for-vulnerable-countries Oxfam Carbon Billionaire's Report: https://policy-practice.oxfam.org/resources/carbon-billionaires-the-investment-emissions-of-the-worlds-richest-people-621446/ Oxfam's Climate Finance Short Changed Report 2022: https://policy-practice.oxfam.org/resources/climate-finance-short-changed-the-real-value-of-the-100-billion-commitment-in-2-621426/ If you liked this podcast, do try: What is Climate Justice, with Tara, Chris and Javier: https://businessfightspoverty.org/what-is-climate-justice/ And Palm Oil and Climate Justice with Anita Neville: https://businessfightspoverty.org/palm-oil-and-climate-justice/

Time to Fully Embrace Our Unity with Nature – Ep708 Featuring Interview Guest, Educator, Author, and One of the Founders of Oxfam America, Earth Train Foundation, the Mamoní Valley Preserve, Fundación Geoversity, and Geoversity, Nathan Gray; and Performance Guest, Singer, Songwriter, Keyboardist, Called “a keyboard wizard” by The New Yorker, Bob Malone, on The LIFE CHANGES Show, Episode 708, Titled, Time to Fully Embrace Our Unity with Nature” Interview Guest: NATHAN GRAY; and Performance Guest: BOB MALONE

Danielle is a world-renowned researcher, speaker, and advocate, on all issues relating to our food system and agriculture. Danielle is President of Food Tank (foodtank.com) and an expert on sustainable agriculture and food issues. She has written extensively on gender and population, the spread of factory farming in the developing world, and innovations in sustainable agriculture. Danielle is the recipient of the 2020 Julia Child Award. Danielle founded Food Tank, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, with Bernard Pollack in 2013 to build a global community for safe, healthy, nourished eaters. The organization has more than 250 major institutional partners including The Rockefeller Foundation, the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, the Christensen Fund, IFPRI, IFAD, Oxfam America, Slow Food USA, U.N. FAO, the Crop Trust, the Sustainable Food Trust, and academic institutions in all 50 states. Food Tank highlights hope, success, and innovative ideas in our food system through original daily publications, research articles, a chart-topping podcast, interviews, and events and Summits in major cities around the world. Prior to starting Food Tank, Danielle spent two years traveling to more than 35 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and Latin America, meeting with hundreds of farmers and farmers' groups, scientists and researchers, policymakers and government leaders, students and academics, and journalists, documenting what is working to help alleviate hunger and poverty, while protecting the environment. foodtank.com

The head of Oxfam America calls for leaders attending the U.N. General Assembly to address the global hunger emergency; Adnan Syed’s first lawyer on how the “Serial” subject gained his freedom; Dissident heiress Abigail Disney on her new documentary, “The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales,” about U.S. inequality and how her family’s business exploits workers. Get Democracy Now! delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for the Daily Digest: democracynow.org/subscribe

The head of Oxfam America calls for leaders attending the U.N. General Assembly to address the global hunger emergency; Adnan Syed’s first lawyer on how the “Serial” subject gained his freedom; Dissident heiress Abigail Disney on her new documentary, “The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales,” about U.S. inequality and how her family’s business exploits workers. Get Democracy Now! delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for the Daily Digest: democracynow.org/subscribe

EQUALS is back! We're asking: What has *really* been happening in the board rooms of multinational companies? And what's that got to do with today's cost-of-living crisis being felt across the globe?This new season on EQUALS we'll focus on the crisis, bringing stories and solutions from across the globe.Nabil and Nadia speak with Dr. Lindsay Owens and Irit Tamir. Lindsay is the Executive Director at the Groundwork Collaborative, formerly Economic Policy Advisor to Senator Elizabeth Warren and taught domestic poverty and inequality at Georgetown University. Irit is Oxfam America's Director of Private Sector Department. She is focused on working with companies to ensure that their business practices result in positive social and environmental impacts for vulnerable communities throughout the world.Make sure you share the podcast on social media and leave a review! We're at @EQUALShope on Twitter. Sound Effect “NewsReportMusic” from PixabayThe views expressed on episodes do not necessarily represent the views of the podcast and its producers. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaitlyn Henderson, senior research advisor at Oxfam America, joins Jon Hansen (filling-in for Lisa Dent) on Chicago’s Afternoon News to explain why Illinois was ranked the 10th best place to work in 2022. Follow Your Favorite Chicago’s Afternoon News Personalities on Twitter:Follow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

But first, Oxfam America put together a list of the best (and worst) states for workers to live in, and there are a few things that link the worst states together. We talk to senior economics contributor Chris Farrell about the economic lessons one can take from the Rolling Stones.

But first, Oxfam America put together a list of the best (and worst) states for workers to live in, and there are a few things that link the worst states together. We talk to senior economics contributor Chris Farrell about the economic lessons one can take from the Rolling Stones.

Episode 30:  Create Belonging Sonal Shah serves as Interim Executive Vice President, Worldwide Network Advancement, United Way Worldwide. She leads the U.S. and International Network teams to work with local United Ways to help deliver the greatest impact for UWW's communities. She serves on the UWW Executive Leadership Team.   Ms. Shah is a global leader on social impact and innovation. She has started and led social impact efforts in academia, government, and the private and philanthropy sectors for more than twenty-five years. Most recently she founded and led The Asian American Foundation, raising over $1 billion, the largest philanthropic effort serving the Asian American community. Before TAAF, she started and led Georgetown University's Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovation for over seven years, training students on social impact and leading research on different models of social innovation. In the Obama Administration, Ms. Shah served as Deputy Assistant to the President and Director of the Office of Social Innovation at the White House, leading the efforts across government to introduce social innovation, including financial innovation, impact metrics, and the role of technology. In the private sector, she led the Global Development Initiatives at Google focused on impact investing and technology for social impact. At Goldman Sachs, Shah developed and implemented the firm's environmental strategy.   Ms. Shah also has significant experience working internationally as an economist at the Department of Treasury, setting up the central bank in Bosnia, working for post-conflict reconstruction in Kosovo, and implementing poverty reduction strategies in Africa. She also served as the chief of operations for the Center for Global Development.   Ms. Shah was appointed by President Biden to serve as the Chief Commissioner on the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.  She also serves on Homeland Security Advisory Council.  Ms. Shah serves on the board of Oxfam America, the UBS Optimus Foundation, The Century Foundation, and the National Democratic Institute. She also serves as an adviser to Pinterest and Apollo Global Management. She is an advisor to the Provost at Georgetown University. In 2019-20, she served as the National Policy Director for Mayor Pete Buttigieg's presidential campaign. If you want to see if it's a good fit to work with Jen V. and JRT on speaking courageously as a leader, schedule a free call: https://www.voicefirstworld.com/apply  

As a mediator, are you curious about other fields that use conflict resolution skills? Are you looking for a field that combines a systemic approach with conflict resolution skills? In this episode, Chuck Doran--experienced mediator, ombuds and Executive Director of MWI--provides an introduction to the ombuds role.  Questions answered in this episode include: What is an ombuds? What are the different types of ombuds? What is the difference between a mediator and an ombuds? How can one get into the ombuds field? Links mentioned in the show:   International Ombuds Association FAQ Section Chuck's article: Mediator as Ombuds A Practical Guide to Organizational Ombuds: How They Help People and Organizations by Chuck Howard MWI Website Connect with Chuck Doran on LinkedIn The LinkedIn Group – Outsourced Ombuds Network can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14059472/ The Ombuds Blog   About Chuck: Chuck Doran is an experienced mediator and ombuds specializing in the resolution of employment, franchise and other commercial disputes. A mediator since 1992, he is a member of the CPR Dispute Resolution Panel of Distinguished Neutrals and has provided mediation and other ADR services to a variety of clients including AT&T, Bose, BMW of North America, Coca-Cola, CVS Health, General Motors, Oxfam America, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), and the USPS REDRESS I and REDRESS II Mediation Panels. Chuck is a Certified Organizational Ombuds Practitioner (CO-OP) and a member of the International Ombudsman Association who completed ombuds training with the IOA in 1995. In 1993, Chuck completed a Specialization in Negotiation and Dispute Resolution at the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School. In 1994, Chuck founded MWI, a nationally recognized dispute resolution service and training organization based in Boston, MA that provides individual and corporate clients with mediation services, negotiation consulting and training, and mediation training. Chuck served as a member of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Standing Committee on Dispute Resolution and was Chair of the Qualifications Subcommittee. He is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association's Dispute Resolution Advisory Group and is a past president of the Association for Conflict Resolution, New England Chapter. He is also a Distinguished Fellow with the International Academy of Mediators (IAM) and a past president of IAM's Board of Governors.

Compassion and service are at the heart of yoga philosophy. Many of us see overwhelming inequities in the world today and want to help, but don't know where or how to start. Today's guest on the podcast would have us simply “start, by starting”. Host Rachel talks with the Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation Director, and a Sisters of the Planet Ambassador with Oxfam America, Amanda Bonfiglio Cunningham. As well as being a yoga instructor, Amanda has a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and a Master's in Teaching, but it was her years of traveling the world that inspired her life's work. In this episode, we discuss the Seva Foundation's mission to combat human trafficking by empowering women and children through all kinds of education, be it formal, vocational, or practical. Listen in to learn how to create space to process the secondary trauma that can come with service work, and why it pays to focus on the ripple effect you can create through small acts rather than trying to change the world. Show Notes: The start of Amanda's passion for travel: 10 years on a boat [2:52] How travel ignites compassion [5:31] Yoga as Amanda's stabilizing anchor [10:35] “Moving back to land” [13:25] Open a yoga studio in search of expansion and connection [16:01] Finding Yoga Medicine and the first Seva trip to India [17:50] Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation's mission [20:32] Making space to process secondary trauma in order to take action [24:03] Life-changing impacts from education [32:46] Human trafficking's mind-boggling scope [37:47] The ripple effect of changing just one life [39:23] “Start by starting”: the work of Her Future Coalition and the Seva Foundation [43:05] How service work changes us [47:46] Ways to get involved with the Seva Foundation [52:30] Links Mentioned: Watch this episode on YouTube Connect with Amanda Bonfiglio Cunningham: Instagram | Her Future Coalition | Yoga Medicine Seva | Amanda B Cunningham You can learn more about this episode, and see the full show notes at www.YogaMedicine.com/podcast-37. And you can find out more about insider tips, online classes or information on our teacher trainings at www.YogaMedicine.com. To support our work, please leave us a 5 star review with your feedback on iTunes/Apple Podcasts.

From being kidnapped in Mexico for his human rights work, to advising the largest organizations across the world and allying with the Union of Indigenous Yagé Medics of the Colombian Amazon and advocating for indigenous movements, Ricardo Vitale has had an extraordinary path. As a self-defined 'liberation anthropologist', based in Colombia. He earned a PhD from Cambridge University with a thesis about the Zapatista movement in Chiapas, Mexico.  His expertise covers human rights, anthropology in armed conflict, social movements, indigenous politics, gender relations within social movements, sustainable development, resilience, climate change adaptations and indigenous practices of yagé medicine, spirituality, and resistance. He is a former adviser of a plethora of international humanitarian and development bodies such as: Oxfam America, the UNHCR, the Norwegian Refugee Council, ICG and GIZ, amongst others. Since 2016 Riccardo works as a full-time adviser for the Union of Indigenous Yagé Medics of the Colombian Amazon (UMIYAC).  His tasks within UMIYAC range from fundraising to advocacy, to capacity strengthening, and non-extractive (“the-other-way-around”) anthropological research, aimed at “reinforcing indigenous communities, rather than taking from them”. In this episode, we expand the conversation around plant medicine conservation and include the context of the symbiotic relationship between people, sacred territories, land, community, culture, and that there are people that are facing extinction who also hold knowledge. And when those cultures go extinct. Loss of knowledge is embedded in that. Part of supporting plant medicine conservation is supporting biocultural diversity. Not because we want to ensure that we can replant what we need to consume to ensure our future needs are met. But because we actually want to live in a world where indigenous peoples can be living on the land that is their birthright. Resources Mentioned https://umiyac.org/?lang=en (UMIYAC) https://growmedicine.com/ (Grow Medicine) https://lauradawn.co/free-music-playlists/ (4 Free Playlists For Psychedelic Journeys & Beyond) https://lauradawn.co/free-microdosing-course/ (Free 8 Day Microdosing Course) https://instagram.com/livefreelaurad (Follow @LiveFreeLauraD on Instagram) https://www.lauradawn.co/55 (Click here to access this episode's page complete with a full transcript, more about the author, and complete list of resources.) http://www.lauradawn.co/54 (Episode #55 of the Psychedelic Leadership Podcast) features a song called "https://aylasong.bandcamp.com/album/silent-voices (Silent Voices)" by https://aylasong.bandcamp.com/album/silent-voices (Ayla Shafer ). Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts"I love Laura Dawn and The Psychedelic Leadership Podcast.”

4.13.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Patrick Lyoya Shooting Video released, America's low wage  crisis, White GOP Mad at Deltas, Ziscuit  Grand Rapids, Michigan, police have released the video of the fatal traffic stop shooting of Patrick Lyoya.  Attorney Ben Crump did not lie when he said Patrick was shot execution-style in the back of his head. The man suspected of shooting up a New York subway is in police custody. A new study by Oxfam America reveals that nearly a third of all U.S. workers earn under $15 an hour. That same study says roughly half of all Black workers in the U.S. make less than $15 an hour. We'll talk to one of the head researchers of Oxfam's study to find out women of color are disproportionately represented in the low-wage workforce. There's a Virginia Republican who is mad with the Deltas. He agreed to come on the show tonight. You don't want to miss that interview! It's been about six months since Oklahoma inmate Julius Jones got his death sentence commuted to life in prison without parole. Tonight his sister, Antoinette, gives us an update on how he's doing. With the prices of groceries spiking, we all want to find the best deals. One Atlanta-based entrepreneur created an app to help you find the cheapest total for your grocery bill. In today's Tech Talk segment, we'll meet the man behind Ziscuit, a grocery search engine to help you find the lowest prices. Support #RolandMartinUnfiltered and #BlackStarNetwork via the Cash App ☛ https://cash.app/$rmunfiltered PayPal ☛ https://www.paypal.me/rmartinunfiltered Venmo ☛https://venmo.com/rmunfiltered Zelle ☛ roland@rolandsmartin.com Annual or monthly recurring #BringTheFunk Fan Club membership via paypal ☛ https://rolandsmartin.com/rmu-paypal/ Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox

* To End the War US Must Support Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks; Marcus Stanley, advocacy director at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft; Producer: Scott Harris. * New International Agreement on the Global Distribution of COVID Vaccines Criticized as Inadequate; Robbie Silverman, senior manager of Private Sector Advocacy at Oxfam America; Producer: Scott Harris. * Activists Are Working to Fix the Broken US Child Care System; Deborah Weinstein, executive director of the Coalition on Human Needs; Producer: Melinda Tuhus.

For our fourth episode, Nancy and Ed speak with Ray Offenheiser, a renowned leader in the fight to end the injustice of poverty around the world and hold the powerful accountable, as well as the president of OXFAM America for over 20 years. Come listen as Ray shares his experience as an early expert on hunger, and how his thinking evolved after realizing that the focus on technological solutions was not going to yield the change needed.

Sharon Carpenter is an award-winning broadcast journalist, TV presenter and producer. She was recently announced as the new co-host of the top-rated entertainment podcast, Loose Lips, alongside Hollyoaks actress Jorgie Porter. Hailing from Watford, England, Sharon moved to New York City to attend Pace University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a BBA degree in business management. From hard news to pop culture, she has worked on-air for some of the best-known networks in the U.S. including BBC America, CBS, BET, VH1 and Sean “Diddy” Combs' REVOLT TV. Sharon was also a presenter on HQ Trivia, the viral quiz-show app, where she hosted games for as many as 2 million concurrent live players. She quickly became a fan favourite when she joined HQ U.S. in 2017 and later went on to launch the U.K. version as the ‘face' of the show. Affectionately dubbed ‘Shazza' by audience members, she has been lauded by the British press as an ‘icon' and ‘cult figure.' Recently, Sharon was named one of the ‘most influential' people in London by the Evening Standard on its ‘Progress 1000' list. In addition to hosting Loose Lips, she can currently be seen sharing her strong opinions on hot topics as a frequent contributor on The Wendy Williams Show and, pre-Covid, covering star-studded red carpets for BBC America. Sharon has interviewed some of the biggest celebrities in the world including Beyonce, Jay Z, Ryan Gosling, Tom Hanks, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Pattinson, Emma Stone, Will Smith, Madonna, Rihanna, Kim Kardashian and Meryl Streep. In 2016, Sharon made her acting debut, appearing as herself on the FOX prime-time smash Empire and quickly became a worldwide trending topic on Twitter. She has also worked as a guest correspondent for America's highest-rated pop culture news show, Entertainment Tonight and, more recently, as the anchor of People Magazine's weekly series The Royal Report -- covering the latest scoop on the British royal family. Behind-the-scenes, Sharon works as a media entrepreneur, creating and developing her own show concepts, including VH1's hit docu-series, The Gossip Game. In 2018, she ventured into the business of fashion for the first time, launching her own collection with women's contemporary-wear brand, Ego Soleil - Sharon Carpenter x Ego Soleil: Day to Play. Within the first few months of release, the line was sold out. Sharon is a philanthropist and ambassador for two non-profit organizations - Oxfam America and St. George's Society of New York. Brought to you by the British Consulate General, New York. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

As President & CEO of Oxfam America, Abby Maxman is responsible for leading global social change to alleviate the injustice of poverty across 90 countries. This fight is not a new one for Maxman, who has made a career of giving a voice to the voiceless, fighting hunger, poverty, disease, and injustice across the globe at leading INGO's and within the U.S. Government. Abby and I sat down to discuss her leadership experience and what we can all learn from her time working to right the most devastating wrongs the world over. We tackled some big issues in our discussion, including:The importance of boldly charging toward your goals, even when they might feel overwhelming and unachievable.How the values of integrity and commitment provide the courage and resilience necessary to allow a leader to book the first flight into post-genocidal Rwanda, to tackle apartheid South Africa, and to take on the global HIV/AIDS crisis.The importance of showing up authentically and consistently as our whole selves to build and nurture a healthy culture. Ad the value of creating a safe place for people to try new things, to fail, and to learn from those failures without risk of retribution or career damage. The role of leaders in addressing racial, gender, economic, and climate justice, and the challenging of maintaining focus on this important work in the midst of every other priority.Developing the 21st century skills of leading with care and compassion to help your people feel safe, engaged, and cared for by their leaders.  This episode of The Rainmaker Fundraising Podcast was brought to you by our friends at Virtuous. We're so excited to partner with them to promote the upcoming 2021 Responsive Fundraising Summit on April 14th and 15th. You can register for FREE today. You'll be front-row with world-class nonprofit and thought leaders, participate in hands-on, discussion-driven workshops, and build lasting connections with like-minded peers. Sign up today for this FREE event!https://youtu.be/56RwjgU-q9M

How do you find your way out of a seemingly never-ending conflict?  We have to remember that what got us stuck in something we have a difficult time getting out of is brought about by complex factors. Hence, not just one but a series of actions are needed, and a pattern-breaking path should be in place.  Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler, PhD. is a leading expert on conflict and organizational psychology, is founder and CEO of Alignment Strategies Group, and author of OPTIMAL OUTCOMES: Free Yourself from Conflict at Work, at Home, and in Life (HarperBusiness, 2020), selected as a Financial Times Book of the Month. For two decades, she has advised senior leaders at global corporations in a wide range of industries, as well as, at large non-profit and governmental institutions.  In the corporate arena, Jennifer helps CEOs and their teams achieve optimal organizational health and growth, specializing in innovative technology, healthcare, and financial and professional services companies. She has served clients including CSC, IBM, Intel, Athena Health, Novartis, Oscar Health Insurance, Oxeon, Roche, Barclays, GE Capital, Moody's, Cornerstone Research, LexisNexis, Navigant, and KPMG.  In the public sector, she enables leaders and their teams to optimize organizational impact at institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, the New York City Economic Development Corporation, The New School, Oxfam America, and the United Nations.  In this episode, Jennifer shares how female business leaders tend to resolve conflict no end,  but with no result, instead of freeing themselves from it. She suggests pattern-breaking paths that will have you do this not easy but simple actions -- stop, pause, and notice how you get stuck and do something surprisingly different to freedom from the conflict loop.  What you will learn from this episode:  Learn about the mistakes leaders make so you will know how to free yourself from the conflict loop   Learn how to free yourself from conflict as opposed to trying to resolve conflict  Find out the pattern-breaking path that will help free you from conflict     “What got us stuck is the result of a complex set of factors. And so it's probably not just one action that's going to help free us from conflict, it's going to be a series of actions over time.”    - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler      Valuable Free Resource:  Get your 10 Free PDF resources to do something simple and different. Click here: optimaloutcomesbook.com/resources    Topics Covered:  03:23 - The biggest challenge is how female business leaders free themselves from conflict, particularly difficult, challenging conflict, the kind of conflict that doesn't go away, no matter how many times you or other people have tried to resolve it.   04:48 - How frustration got to be one of the symptoms in dealing with business leaders challenges  05:08 - The biggest mistake people make:  Trying to resolve conflict, rather than freeing themselves from it, and trying to resolve it even when they've tried, and nothing they do seems to be making a difference  06:56 - One free and actionable tip that can address female leaders challenges now: Stop, pause, and notice how you're stuck and then challenge yourself to simply do something different, surprisingly different than you've done before.  08:31 - 10 Free PDF resources to do something simple and different. Click here: optimaloutcomesbook.com/resources  09:53 - Q: What is this pattern-breaking action when you talk about doing something different? A: It's this idea of, when we get stuck in these recurring conflicts, where it feels like no matter what we do, we can't seem to find our way out, or we can't seem to resolve it. The best thing we can do is to do something different.     Key Takeaways:  “The biggest mistakes that people make are trying to resolve conflict, rather than freeing themselves from it.” - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler  “There are all different kinds of opportunities that could arise once you stop, pause, notice how you're stuck and then challenge yourself to simply do something different, surprisingly different than you've done before.” - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler  “When you're involved in a situation that has been determined by complex factors, you want to start simple. You don't want to add more complexity on top of it and make it even more complex. You want to do something simple so that you can track your impact over time. It makes it much easier to do that.” - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler  “Keep your actions surprisingly different from what you've done in the past. Sometimes, when you're going around and around on what I call this conflict loop when you surprise someone by doing something surprisingly different than you've done before, it can jolt them out of the conflict loop, too, in a good way.” - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler  “Each action on that pattern-breaking path leads to the one that comes after it. So each action builds on the one that comes before it. So that there's a series of surprisingly different simple actions over time that leads you out of this conflict loop to freedom to this optimal outcome that you imagine for yourself.” - Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler    Ways to Connect with Jennifer Goldman-Wetzler  Website: https://jengoldmanwetzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.s.goldman.3 Twitter: https://twitter.com/jgoldmanwetzler LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-goldman-wetzler/    Ways to Connect with Sarah E. Brown:  Website: https://www.sarahebrown.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowguides  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahebrownphd/   

Ray Offenheiser, former President and CEO of Oxfam America and director of the Pulte Institute for Global Development at Notre Dame speaks with Brennan about current areas of research, inequality, COVID-19 and economic development. Ray also hosts The Global Pathways Podcast. https://pulte.nd.edu/research-policy/

The following is a conversation between Abby Maxman, President and CEO, of Oxfam America and Denver Frederick, the host of the Business of Giving. • Advocacy Efforts for Low-Wage Workers in the U.S. • How Flexible Funding Can Unleash Creativity and Innovation of NGOs • We are All Humanitarians at this Moment

Episode 165: “Economic inequality is out of control. In 2019, the world's billionaires, only 2,153 people, had more wealth than 4.6 billion people.” Those two sentences lead off Oxfam's annual look at inequality. This year, Oxfam looks at unpaid and underpaid care work and the global inequality crisis. I speak with Paul O'Brien, Vice President of Policy and Advocacy at Oxfam America about the in-depth report that is startling and bracing, and reminds us of the vast chasm dividing the very rich from the rest of us. Then, almost three decades ago, the North American Free Trade Agreement took effect, which devastated working people and the planet because NAFTA meant poverty for millions and an open season for corporations to abuse workers and the planet. Last week, NAFTA 2.0 passed the Senate so it's a time to ask: Is it any better? Well, that depends on who you ask—so I debate that question with Eric Gottwald, the AFL-CIO's trade expert. -- Jonathan Tasini Follow me on Twitter @jonathantasini Sign up for The Working Life Podcast at: www.workinglife.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jonathan.tasini.3