Podcasts about social inclusion

In this episode of the Social Inclusion Series*, we explore how social protection systems can support greater inclusion for persons with disabilities across the Asia-Pacific region. Most of them face multiple and interconnected barriers, ranging from inaccessible environments and social stigma to the high costs of healthcare, assistive technologies, and care. When these needs go unmet, they can lead to increased risk of poverty, reduced participation in education and employment, and diminished well-being for individuals and their families. This episode examines how governments and communities are working to address these challenges. We unpack “cash-plus” approaches that combine income support with health coverage, assistive devices, and care services, and look at how countries, especially in Southeast Asia, are designing more inclusive and responsive forms of support.. Meet our guests:  Abner Manlapaz, Senior Associate of Center for Inclusive Policy (CIP) Charles Knox-Vydmanov, Social Policy Specialist (Inclusive Social Protection – Disability), UNICEF For our Quick Wins segment, we spoke with Sam Drummond, the host of the podcast ‘Building Inclusion', a limited podcast series that highlights the voices shaping the future of disability inclusion in Australia. *The Social Inclusion Series, produced by socialprotection.org in partnership with Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), is a three-part series that explores how social protection systems can advance the economic and social inclusion of vulnerable populations across the Indo-Pacific, in line with GEDSI principles, addressing key themes such as gender equality, demographic shifts, and disability inclusion.   Resources: Multimedia | Building Inclusion: Australia's Disability Strategy Publication | Global Disability Inclusion Report Publication | Methodological Guidelines on Assessing Household Disability-Related Costs and Their Implication for Participation Publication | Building an inclusive future: Social protection as a catalyst for disability empowerment in Viet Nam Publication| Bridging the information gap towards inclusive governance

In this episode, Dr. Anne Tjøndal discusses her research on gender, social inclusion, and methodological challenges in the study of Norwegian boxing. As an athlete, coach, and former vice president of the Norwegian Boxing Federation as well as a sociologist, Tjøndal has a unique perspective on the experiences of women in the sport. This conversation addresses the persistent association between boxing, masculinity, and violence, while highlighting efforts to increase women's participation and leadership within the sport. Central to the conversation is Bailey's four-dimensional framework of social inclusion, encompassing spatial, relational, functional, and power dimensions. Tjøndal argues that participation alone is insufficient for measuring inclusion and emphasizes the importance of qualitative and ethnographic approaches to understanding belonging, access, and influence within sporting communities. 

In this second episode of the Social Inclusion Series*, we explore how ageing populations are reshaping social protection needs and development across Asia and the Pacific. While demographic trends vary widely across the region, countries are increasingly facing issues on how to support income security, health, care, and dignity in later life. The episode explores the links between ageing, pension systems, and the care economy, which has long relied on women's unpaid labour, including how family-based care is coming under increasing pressure from migration, urbanisation, and changing social and economic conditions. Drawing on examples from the Asia-Pacific region, with a closer look at the experience of Fiji, our guests discuss how social protection can evolve to complement family and community support, reduce poverty, and strengthen resilience across the life course. Meet our guests:  Philip O'Keefe, Professor of Practice, Centre for Population Ageing Research (CEPAR), University of New South Wales Jesse Doyle, Senior Social Protection Specialist (Economist), P4SP Ms Rozia Bi, National Coordinator - Social Protection Reforms, Fiji Ministry of Women, Children & Social Protection For our Quick Wins segment, we spoke with Meghna Ranganathan, Associate Professor at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, who shared insights on how the impacts of social protection interventions on intimate partner violence and household dynamics evolve over time, and reflected on more inclusive approaches to research and evidence. *The Social Inclusion Series, produced by socialprotection.org in partnership with Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), is a three-part series that explores how social protection systems can advance the economic and social inclusion of vulnerable populations across the Indo-Pacific, in line with GEDSI principles, addressing key themes such as gender equality, demographic shifts, and disability inclusion. Resources: Publication | World social protection report 2024-26: Regional companion report for Asia and the Pacific Publication | Social Outlook for Asia and the Pacific 2024 - Protecting our Future Today: Social Protection in Asia and the Pacific Publication | Toward a Resilient Care Ecosystem in Asia and the Pacific - Promising Practices, Lessons Learned, and Pathways for Action on Decent Care Work Publication | Caring Societies, Inclusive, and Green Economies in Asia and the Pacific: Unveiling Data To Advance Women's Empowerment Beyond GDP Blog | Why Asia-Pacific should care about care: Care infrastructure is the next frontier development solution across the region Blog | Ageing in the Global South: The challenge of social protection Publication | Future demand for care in Indonesia, the Philippines & Vietnam Website | Cash Transfer and IPV Research Collaborative Publication | Evolution of intimate partner violence impacts from cash transfers, food transfers, and behaviour change communication: Mixed-method experimental evidence from a nine-year post-programme follow-up in Bangladesh Publication | Decolonising implementation science: a call for methodological pluralism

In this first episode of the Social Inclusion Series*, we shine a spotlight on adolescent girls. Adolescence is a turning point—but one that often goes overlooked in social protection. These years are filled with major transitions, especially for girls, who often face greater challenges in staying in school, taking on care responsibilities, navigating sexual debut, and making decisions about their futures. These challenges are often driven by underlying gender inequalities and poverty, which shape and often constrain these pathways.   In this episode, we explore how social protection can help shift that trajectory. Focusing on risks such as child marriage and early pregnancy, we unpack how well-designed programmes can support girls to stay in school, access essential services, and navigate this critical stage of life with greater security. It also discusses how crisis—from economic shocks to climate change—can deepen risks, making already fragile transitions even more uncertain for adolescent girls.  Our guests dive into the evidence on what works providing some examples in Asia and worldwide and discuss why investing in adolescent girls is key to building more inclusive, resilient and climate-adaptive societies.  Meet our guests:  Kath Ford, Deputy Director, Young Lives Research Program, University of Oxford  Dr. Nyasha Tirivayi, Social Policy Manager, UNICEF Office of Strategy and Evidence-Innocenti  For our Quick Wins segment, we spoke with Eunice Tumwebaze, who is the Manager for Gender, Youth, and Children at the Kampala Capital City Authority in Uganda, who provided and overview of the Uganda's first urban social protection program for girls called “Girls Empowering Girls”.  *The Social Inclusion Series, produced by socialprotection.org in partnership with Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), is a three-part series that explores how social protection systems can advance the economic and social inclusion of vulnerable populations across the Indo-Pacific, in line with GEDSI principles, addressing key themes such as gender equality, demographic shifts, and disability inclusion.    Resources: Publication | Unlocking Potential: How Social Protection Can Improve Disadvantaged Children's Foundational Cognitive Skills  Publication | Weathering the Storm: Climate Shocks Threaten Children's Skills and Learning But Social Protection Can Mitigate Impact  Publication | A Call to Action to expand social protection and care systems and promote decent work to address child poverty  Publication | Non-contributory Social Protection and Adolescents in Lower- and Middle-Income Countries: A Review of Government Programming and Impacts  Publication | Impacts and Design of Social Assistance for Adolescent Girls' Empowerment and Well-Being in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: What Works for Adolescent Girls  Publication | Systematic review of cash plus or bundled interventions targeting adolescents in Africa to reduce HIV risk  News | DSWD's ProtecTEEN program to address adolescent pregnancy  News | DSWD XI, CPD XI forge partnership on Social Protection and PopDev  Technical Brief | The Investment Case for the Prevention of Adolescent Pregnancy and Child Marriage in South-East Asia   Webinar | Global Evaluation of UNICEF work supporting expansion toward universal child benefits - cash plus programming strengthening adolescent and youth development, opportunities and empowerment In Good practices from Uganda and India  Website | Gender-Responsive Age-Sensitive Social Protection (GRASSP) project  Publication | Towards Gender-Responsive Social Protection: Evidence on policymaking, programme implementation and impacts for women and girls  Publication | A Cash Plus Model for Safe Transitions to a Healthy and Productive Adulthood: Round 4 Findings   

Grants of up to €2,500 are now available for community organisations in Clare under a new funding stream. The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme is particularly target at groups working in disadvantaged or marginalised areas. The closing date for applications is June 3rd. Clare Local Development Company Co-Ordinator Monica McKenna says it's a major opportunity.

New figures show that Clare Local Development Company oversaw more than €7.3 million in programme investment across County Clare in 2025, supporting a wide range of initiatives — from community facilities and rural tourism projects to training, employment schemes and social inclusion supports. The organisation delivers programmes such as the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme, the LEADER Programme, the Rural Social Scheme and Tús Programme, all aimed at strengthening communities and improving quality of life across the county. On Wednesday's edition of Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Doirin Graham and Hannah Griffey to talk about the impact of that investment and some of the projects and supports currently underway in Clare.

Terri Louise Brown, founder of Talks with MS  joins us in this episode. We learn how to create a charity from scratch and discover the importance of community support for those living with multiple Sclerosis.Terri has relapse-remitting spinal MS and shares why she feels the power of community is essential, and her journey from an online group to creating a registered charity. We explore the inclusive Empowerment Awards, the importance of supportive educators, the use of technology for good, and why the Sunflower lanyard is a quiet voice for invisible disabilities.For support:Talks with MSThe Empowerment Awards If you are concerned about any of the subjects discussed in the podcast, please follow up and seek support from your healthcare practitioner. Hosted by Chantal Boyle, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.   If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a rating and review.   Find out more about the Sunflower by visiting the website hdsunflower.com Music by "The Emerald Ruby" Emerald Ruby Bandcamp and Emerald Ruby website

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr. Hellen Agumba, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Education and Curriculum Studies at the University of Johannesburg exploring the challenges rural students face after entering university including cultural and geographic alienation, limited career awareness, and delayed allowances and discussing ways to support their success. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chciałabym Wam powiedzieć, wszystkim, którzy to czytają, że bardzo doceniam, że w zalewie treści zatrzymaliście się tu i czytacie to właśnie. No i zaraz zobaczymy w komentarzach, kto czyta posty ;)A tak na poważnie: wdzięczność ma zły PR. Stała się jakimś spranym i naiwnym terminem rodem z memów. Niepotrzebnie. Owszem, świata nie zbawi, ale proaktywne wyrażanie wdzięczności niesie ze sobą korzyści. Docenianie jest jedną z form wyrazu wdzięczności i warto ją praktykować. Nie jako pozbawiony intencji i znaczenia bon ton, ale jako wyraz uznania, który zbliża, motywuje, pomaga. O benefitach doceniania przekonuje w odcinku. Sprawdź to sam_a ;)Montaż: Eugeniusz KarlovLiteratura: Bono, G., Mangan, S., Fauteux, M., & Sender, J. (2020). A new approach to gratitude interventions in high schools that supports student wellbeing. The Journal of Positive Psychology, 15(5), 657-665.White, M., & Potgieter, F. (2025). The appreciation station and its effects on staff well-being and burnout: A pilot study on implementing a well-being tool. Mental Health and Social +Inclusion. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-07-2025-0193Sansone, R. A., & Sansone, L. A. (2010). Gratitude and well being: the benefits of appreciation. Psychiatry (Edgmont (Pa. : Township)), 7(11), 18–22.

The idea of rewilding is now a common topic of conversation in response to the depletion of biodiversity and natural habitats for local wildlife and widespread industrialisation and globalisation of food production. What about if we asked the same question in relation to the industrialised and standardised education system? What would it take to rewild education, as my guest this week asks? Professor Hilary Cremin has a vision for rewilded healthy education communities and societies that nurture both human and ecological thriving. She is concerned with big questions about the future of education and peace building, and is author of the recently published 'Rewilding Education: Rethinking the Place of Schools Now and in the Future' (Routledge, 2025) - https://www.routledge.com/Rewilding-Education-Rethinking-the-Place-of-Schools-Now-and-in-the-Future/Cremin/p/book/9781041043157.Hilary is the Head of the Faculty of Education at Cambridge University and researches, writes and teaches about peace education and conflict transformation in schools and communities. Hilary is also the co-founder of and senior advisor to the Cambridge Peace Education Research Group. CPERG (https://www.cperg.org/) offers seminars in Cambridge and online, as well as providing resources on their website for those interested in peace education research and practice. Hilary was former Director of the Social Inclusion and Education for Citizenship Academic Research Group at the School of Education, University of Leicester, UK. She has an interest in arts-based methodologies in educational research including photo-voice, poetry and autoethnography.Hilary continues to be involved in the promotion and delivery of conflict transformation and peace-building work in schools and communities, and has a particular interest in Restorative Approaches. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilary-cremin-77513724/

The international charity Save the Children is warning of widespread violence against women and children in Somalia. Just this week, a father killed his four children in an arson attack. In October, an 11-year-old girl was subject to a violent rape, and a mother was murdered along with her three daughters. According to Save the Children, these cases are not isolated, and action needs to be taken. In Perspective, we spoke to Zahra Dahir, the head of Children Protection and Gender and Social Inclusion at Save the Children.

The University Of Bournemouth are exploring how training blind and partially sighted people in Digital Media can improve their wellbeing and social inclusion. Amelia spoke to Catalin Brylla, Principal Lecturer in Film and Television, to learn more... Learn more about the research here - Blindness and media engagement | Bournemouth University Image shows the RNIB Connect Radio logo. On a white background ‘RNIB' written in bold black capital letters and underline with a bold pink line. Underneath the line: ‘Connect Radio' is written in black in a smaller font. 

Een groot deel van de bevolking maakt zich serieuze zorgen om de politieke polarisatie in ons land. Maar zijn we inderdaad steeds verder van elkaar af komen te staan of denken we alleen maar dat dit zo is? In deze korte aflevering bespreken we recent onderzoek - uitgevoerd in Nederland - dat deze vraag probeert te beantwoorden. Ook hoor je waarom het zo lang stil is geweest van onze kant. Presentatie: Rolf Zwaan & Anita EerlandMuziek geschreven en gespeeld door Rolf ZwaanBronnenNijs, T. (2025). Breaking false polarization: How information on descriptive norms mitigates worry rooted in polarization (mis)perceptions. Social Inclusion, 13. https://doi.org/10.17645/si.9904Artikel Het Parool (7 oktober 2025) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This series discussed four evidence reports commissioned by Natural England which were deposited on Applied Ecology Resources and explored the importance of nature inclusion across various communities. Clare ends the series by discussing her current and future research focus, as well as future reports for Natural England. Young People Act - https://treescapes-voices.mmu.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2024/11/Young-People-Act-Nature-Climate.pdf Informal Sport and Social Inclusion - https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/02614367.2022.2162109?needAccess=true Clare's Sheffield Links - https://sheffield.ac.uk/architecture-landscape/people/academic/clare-rishbeth

Ray White speaks to Lana Roy, Afrika Tikkun’s lead, about a game-changing moment for the continent — the first-ever Valuable 500 African Summit, happening on the 9th of September. With 200 to 300 million Africans living with disabilities, the summit puts a long-overdue spotlight on inclusion, not just in policy, but in practice — in boardrooms, workplaces, and leadership spaces. Hosted by Afrika Tikkun and the Gauteng Provincial Government, the event aims to bring business, government, and communities together to push disability rights to the top of Africa’s development agenda. As the G20 summit approaches, Africa is sending a clear message: a truly inclusive future leaves no one behind. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest this week is Elloise Bridge – a proud Gija woman, emerging community leader, and Gender Officer at SURGE (Support Unit for Gender Equality), where she provides technical and administrative support to strengthen gender equality outcomes in Australia's development programs. Elloise is deeply committed to social justice and cultural empowerment. With a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Gender Studies and a background in politics, she has pursued a career in international development as a junior Gender Equality and Social Inclusion specialist. Her work spans grassroots not-for-profit organisations in the First Nations and Gender-Based Violence sectors. Elloise also serves on the Australian Government's Prevention of Gender-Based Violence Youth Advisory Group, contributing to initiatives aimed at decreasing gender-based violence in Australia. At SURGE, Elloise collaborates with a team dedicated to providing high-quality, responsive technical assistance that supports and improves the quality and effectiveness of Australia's investments and programming related to gender equality and women's empowerment. In this episode, we explore Elloise's journey into the field of gender equality and social inclusion, her experiences working at the intersection of Indigenous advocacy and international development, and how she is contributing to systemic change through her roles in SURGE and the Unity of First People of Australia (UFPA).

Recorded May 13th, 2025. A seminar by PhD Music students presenting their research, organised by the Department of Music. Learn more at www.tcd.ie/trinitylongroomhub

In a bold step to strengthen national emergency preparedness and gender-based violence (GBV) response, Saint Lucia hosted a pivotal two-day training workshop on May 26 and 27, 2025, at the Harbor Club in Rodney Bay. The Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) training brought together key representatives from government agencies, civil society, and healthcare institutions. The event was co-convened by UNFPA, UN Women, and the Government of Saint Lucia, in collaboration with the Caribbean Development Bank. The workshop aimed to build national capacity on Gender Equality, Social Inclusion, and Gender-Based Violence, particularly in the context of emergencies and climate-related disasters. A key milestone of the training was the official validation of Saint Lucia's Clinical Management of Rape Protocol signaling a significant improvement in coordinated survivor support services.

Dr. Susann Huschke, Research Fellow in Social Inclusion and Health, School of Medicine, University of Limerick, Participatory Health Research Unit

The social economy is a powerful driver for systemic change and inclusion in any community, and this is the central focus of this conversation. Douglas Nelson sits down with Victor Beausoleil, a dedicated leader in the social profit sector, to discuss innovative ways to build resilient communities. From addressing economic inequities to fostering collaboration, the executive director of Social Economy Through Social Inclusion (SETSI) shares his journey and insights on making a lasting impact. Together, they explore how meaningful relationships, bold ideas, and sustainable practices transform lives and create opportunities for those on the margins. Do not miss this inspiring look at how collective efforts can shape a better future.

The UK Humanitarian Innovation Hub (UKHIH), Elrha, and Humanitarian AI Today have brought together a panel to critically assess evidence from real-world AI use cases and their impact on humanitarian action, while exploring approaches to learning and evidence-building. In this episode, Zineb Bhaby, AI Lead at the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Zita Lengyel-Wang, Matching Manager at Tech to the Rescue, and Thomas Byrnes, Humanitarian and Social Protection Consultant, join Maria Kett, Professor of Humanitarianism and Social Inclusion, and Tigmanshu Bhatnagar, Lecturer in Global Disability Innovation, from University College London. Hosted by Brent Phillips, Producer of the Humanitarian AI Today podcast.   As we delve into Zineb, Zita, and Thomas' perspectives on AI applications in humanitarian contexts, they highlight challenges faced when implementing and testing these tools, and their insights shed light on the complexities of gathering evidence to assess AI's impact on humanitarian action.   Maria and Tigmanshu then summarize recent key research findings, providing our listeners with a deeper understanding of the broader implications of their work, supported by UKHIH and Elrha. To close, the panelists share key takeaways on evaluating evidence from AI use cases, discussing lessons learned and offering actionable recommendations for improving evidence-building and enhancing the rollout of AI applications in the humanitarian sector.   For more information on this episode and the rest of UKHIH and Elrha's six-part panel discussion series, subscribe to their new AI newsletter here: http://ukhih.org/newsletter.

Today's episode is produced in partnership with the CGIAR Research Initiative on Fragility, Conflict, and Migration for a new series that examines what works to improve the well-being of people in Fragile and Conflict Affected Settings. CGIAR is a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security.  We are calling this series “From Fragility to Stability” and in today's episode I host a roundtable discussion with three experts on the topic of responsibly scaling innovations in fragile settings You will hear from: Karen Nortje, International Water Management Institute Research Group Leader for Gender, Equality and Social Inclusion.  Maha Al-Zubi, Regional Researcher - Sustainable & Resilient Water Systems.  International Water Management Institute,  Kyle Cordova,  Founder and CEO of Aquaporo.

Bynta Ernest is a true humanitarian, it's in her entire being - her ethos. Being an expert in human rights and gender, Bynta brings actual humanitarian logic to any problem by addressing the human impact first, not last. A social impact entrepreneur, Bynta founded Rights Based Solutions, a regional and international consulting agency guiding organizations to move with a "human first" mentality. Bynta has spent over a decade working in various roles including the government of Saint Lucia focused on International Relations and Diplomacy, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion - she walks the talk. She is working in the Caribbean region to introduce gender curriculum to secondary schools. Find and connect with Bynta on LinkedIn to begin a conversation about how she is moving the global conversation forward for youth as well as seasoned professionals to find their place to thrive in this world.Thank you for tuning into Women Making Moves, please be sure to rate and follow the show on your favorite podcast platform, and follow along on Instagram. Visit Amy and her coaching business at https://unlockthemagic.org and follow her on Instagram. Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.

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Is there a difference between EDI and DEI? Timothy Bush and Barbara Karasek also discuss education on inclusion, how a destination starts integrating inclusion locally, and details about D.I.'s focus on social inclusion. Barbara Karasek is CEO and Co-Owner of Paradise. Timothy Bush is Chief Marketing Officer at Visit Lake Charles.

Maynooth University's Digital Health Summer School has announced the launch of an innovative digital platform hosting an extensive 'Living Lab' for secure, shared electronic health records, real-time communications, and the storage of medical assessments. Developed over a five-year period in collaboration with 50 Health Service Executive (HSE) clinicians and social care workers, the Digital Health Spine Living Lab is already supporting a community of more than 15,000 vulnerable people with complex care needs, in more than 180 distributed locations. Ireland is ranked at the lowest level of EU Digital Health Maturity, with a score of zero, coming in far behind the second last placed, currently Czech Republic at 47%, as measured by the percentage of citizens with access to their electronic health records. Professor Martin Curley, Director of the Digital Health Ecosystem at Maynooth University's Innovation Value Institute (IVI) said the platform is now ready for scaling as a national solution. "The 'Digital Health Spine Living Lab' gives clinical teams full 360-visibility into a patient's electronic patient records in real-time, allowing better care to be delivered in the right place and in the right time, fully aligned with the Sláintecare strategy. "This digital health solution whose development was led by clinicians, in response to very challenging health needs of patient cohorts such as the homeless, Roma and International Protection applicants is now ready for scaling as a national solution," Professor Curley said. "We are one of the few remaining countries with no centralised electronic health records. The more we delay the more people die prematurely. We are now ready to leapfrog to a new era of care with the announcement of this Digital platform. Because the solution is primarily open-sourced based, it is far more cost efficient and can be improved much more rapidly than similarcommercial solutions." In an address to the Summer School, the OECD's Head of Digital Health Eric Sutherland, identifies Ireland as having the lowest health digital and data maturity of the OECD countries. The HSE Social Inclusion Services has been piloting and operating an electronic health record and associated digital health services with clinicians and social workers, based on the Digital Health Spine model, to support people who are homeless, from the Roma community, from the Ukrainian refugee community as well as International Protection applicants, within the region of Dublin South, Kildare and West Wicklow. The Digital Health Spine (DHS) is modelled on the UK's NHS Spine, and can provide the architecture of digital health services and a platform to underpin a 21st century healthcare system in Ireland. At the core of the Spine is an individual electronic health record for every citizen in the country, implemented on the open source OpenEMR platform. This platform is certified by the US Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) and in use by many clinicians and in locations around the world. HSE Service Director of Social Inclusion clinical response teams in the region, Maxine Radcliffe, demonstrated the electronic records system to national and international health experts and clinicians attending the Digital Health Summer School. "It is unimaginable that in 2024, patients and clinicians in Ireland do not have access to electronic health records as a standard part of care. We have implemented the Response for Vulnerable People (RVP) solution which is providing effective clinical care for over 15,000 people with complex care needs," she said. Professor Colin Doherty, Head of the Trinity College Medical School and consultant at St James Hospital, said: "It's now abundantly clear that data saves lives. We urgently need to address the failure of this country to properly digitise our health system. No more excuses. No more delays. Let's just do it." The Joint Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection, Community ...

Nino Mortkipanidze, Chapter Ambassador, and Maria Voskanyan, Communication Lead (Women in Tech), joined the show to promote the first edition of the Women in Technology Caucasus and Central Asia awards for the first time in Georgia, scheduled for September 22. About Nino: Chapter Ambassador for Women in Tech Chief Innovation Officer at THE CROSSROADS Caucasus University in Tbilisi, Georgia. Nino is an experienced consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the management consulting industry. She is skilled in Operations Management, Financial Accounting, Project Management, and Risk Management—a strong consulting professional with a BBA in Major Corporate Finance. About Maria: Communication Lead for Women in Tech Blockchain UX Designer, Brand Strategist, Empowering Women to make sense of Web3 Despite working in male-dominated industries - Tech/Digital, Maria has helped dozens of companies transform and develop cutting-edge branding and UX/UI designs that stand out from the noise and inspire them to take action. After running into Blockchain Technology and learning more about Web3, Maria was instantly motivated to become one of the adopters of emerging Web3 tools; this practice later manifested in a turning point in her career when she founded a Web3 Women Space Community that is run and managed entirely by women. Empowering women in Web3, training, learning, supervising remote teams, mentoring and getting mentored by industry leaders, and building ecosystems designed to support, assist, fund, and grow women have become her lifelong mission. What's Women in Tech? Women in Tech is the world's leading organization for Inclusion, Diversity, and equity in STEM. The community counts for over 200,000 members across the globe, with chapters in all six continents. With the Head Office in Paris, they are a Global Movement. The community is represented by persons of all abilities – regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, class, age, or sexual orientation. What's the focus of Women in Tech? They focus on four primary areas that call for action: Education, Business, Social Inclusion and Advocacy. They create impact through the effort to build skills and confidence, setting women up for success. Women in Tech's mission? Women in Tech® has a double mission: to close the gender gap and to help women embrace technology. They aim to educate, equip, and empower women and girls with the necessary skills and confidence to succeed in STEM careers. By 2030, the goal is to Empower 5 million Women and Girls. website https://women-in-tech.org/ge/ Nino Mortkipanidze linkedin.com/in/nino-lortkipanidze-27a494195 Maria Voskanyan linkedin.com/in/maria-voskanyan A MUST-LISTEN SHOW!!!

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Obstetric fistula is a birth-related injury that results when women go through prolonged and obstructed labor. As a result, some women experience stigma and exclusion from their families and the community.  This study focuses on understanding how these women are included in their families and communities after receiving surgical correction. For upcoming interviews check out […]

Ashley holds a BS in Child Development: Birth - Kindergarten and an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Intervention and Family Support, specializing in Social Inclusion. With a diverse career, she's been an Early Interventionist in non-profits, Director of Private Preschool Programs, and, for the past decade, an Early Childhood Special Educator in a public school district. Ashley, a parent and advocate, actively engages in various community organizations. Her curiosity extends to navigating negotiation challenges in both professional and personal realms. You can find her here, there, and everywhere, or connect with Ashley via Alice Shikina for direct inquiries.Sign up for one of our negotiation courses at ShikinaNegotiationAcademy.comThanks for listening to Negotiation with Alice! Please subscribe and connect with us on LinkedIn and Instagram!

Sociologist and  University of London Fellow Dr. Louise Ashley is a leading authority on social class, its effect on career progression and access to elite professions. In this episode of Show Me the Way, the author of “ Highly Discriminating: Why the City Isn't Fair and Diversity Doesn't Work” talks about what needs to be done to make the City less exclusive. She believes as well as focusing on diversity and recruitment, it needs to think about its impact on society at large. . We discuss that book title (and why she doesn't like it now),  social mobility, “fitting in” and why “confidence is often confused with competence”. As well as her recommendation for Emmeline's bookshelf. It's a good one! Dr Louise Ashley is a senior lecturer at Queen Mary University of London, and a Fellow of its Institute for Humanities and Social Sciences. A Sociologist studying how social class affects access to the elite professions, and subsequent career progression. Dr Ashley has published articles in leading academic journals and her research has been widely covered in media, both in the UK and internationally.  She specialises in researching diversity and inclusion in large multinational organisations and ‘elite' occupations with a particular focus on social mobility and social class. She has led teams appointed by the government's Social Mobility Commission to understand barriers to entry on the basis of socio-economic background, in law, accountancy and investment banking. Dr Ashley is a member of advisory boards including the social mobility charity UpReach and is a Research Fellow for the Bridge Group. She is also a working group member on the City of London Socioeconomic Diversity Taskforce. Books for Emmeline recommendation: The Dark is Rising by Susan Cooper https://amzn.eu/d/h04sDhgFeel the Fear and do it Anyway by Susan Jeffers https://amzn.eu/d/iHGBiHB Dr Louise Ashley's Book: Highly Discriminating: Why the City Isn't Fair and Diversity Doesn't Work https://www.amazon.co.uk/Highly-Discriminating-City-Diversity-Doesnt/dp/1529227674    

On this very special edition of DMOU, Destinations International's Chief Social Inclusion Officer Sophia Hyder Hock shares the evolutionary shift from EDI to a more inclusive platform in which DMOs can move beyond silos to develop truly welcoming initiatives. We talk about how this concept came to fruition and how DMOs can successfully utilize new resources through the Social Inclusion portal of the DI site. And, you'll hear how Sophia's parents elegantly reacted when, as a child, she asked for a baby elephant.

The Clare Local Community Development Committee is hopeful its new deprivation strategy will provide assistance to those living on the margins of society. Over €6 million in funding has been granted to this county "to tackle poverty and social exclusion" in a variety of forms. Contracts have been signed between the Clare Local Community Development Committee and the Clare Local Development Company to deliver the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme, or SICAP, for 2024-2028. The programme, which is worth €6.5m to this county, is partially funded by the government, through the Department of Rural and Community Development, and is aimed at supporting disadvantaged groups through local engagement and partnerships. Among those included in the 'disadvantaged' category are people living in deprived areas, people with disabilities, single parent families, people on a low income and members of the Traveller or Roma communities. Shannon Independent Councillor and Chairperson of the Clare Local Community Development Committee Gerry Flynn believes lack of access to services is one of the key issues to be addressed. SICAP is administered by Pobal, whose recent report identified over 1,000 people in this county as living in either 'very disadvantaged' or 'extremely disadvanted' areas. The analysis was based on factors such as progression to third-level education, single-parent households and unemployment. Chief Executive of the Clare Local Development Company Doirín Graham says a primary goal of the programme is to present those in deprived circumstances with opportunities to improve their lives and better themselves.

In this episode, Fiona Lewis chats explores social inclusion and social value creation in the built environment, with Anthony Johnstone, Principal @ Aurecon Group.

Today I have the great pleasure of sharing a recent conversation I had with Chris Higgins, who is the National Programs Director, Development and Innovation at The MacKillop Institute.  He is a teacher and a PhD candidate in Education, where her researches the role of digital technologies and global competencies in fostering social inclusion and cohesion in Australian schools. Chris has received multiple awards and recognitions for my curriculum innovation and leadership, such as Most Influential Educator, Australian Education Awards Curriculum Innovation Award Finalist and the Asialink Fellowship.   Chris was a wonderful guest and it was a privilege to speak with him

More information, resources, and transcript visit: adalive.org/episodes/episode-124/ Each year the United Nations recognizes December 3 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year's theme is “United in action to rescue and achieve the sustainable development goals for with and by people with disabilities.” Social Media Tags: #IDPD #DisabilityDay We are honored to have as our guest today Gertrude or “Getty” Oforiwa Fefoame. Getty is Chair of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which sets out the fundamental human rights of people with disabilities all over the world. Getty also works as the Global Advocacy Manager for Social Inclusion for Sightsavers, a global nonprofit organization that works in more than 30 countries to prevent blindness and fight for the rights of people with disabilities. In this episode we discuss the work and mission of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and highlight some of the important issues facing people with disabilities around the world.

Amanda Hachey and Frances LeBlanc are the co-chairs of the social inclusion planning committee.

Today, we're taking our DEIB conversation to the next level. We'll explore what it truly means to be an ally, the importance of fostering a sense of belonging, and the pitfalls of DEI washing. Joining us are four incredible experts who will shed light on these crucial topics. Allyship - Moving Beyond Passive Support Allyship is more than just a buzzword. Our first guest, Shelley O'Connor, LGBTQ+ Co-Chair at The Bank of England, shares insights on what it means to be an ally in 2023 and beyond. We discuss the actions that go beyond passive support and how individuals and organisations can make a real impact. Belonging - The Heart of DEIB Feeling a sense of belonging is fundamental to DEIB efforts. In this segment, we're joined by Farhana Kuddus, a global leader in DEI. Together, we delve into why belonging is the heart of DEI and explore the strategies to create inclusive environments where everyone feels valued. DEI Washing - Recognising and Avoiding the Pitfalls DEI washing is a term that's been gaining attention. Jessica Schibli, Interim Head of Creative Diversity at the BBC, helps us understand the importance of representation in DEI and the difference between authentic DEI efforts and surface-level actions. Data-led DEI - Leveraging Insights for Change Data is a powerful tool for DEI initiatives. Kulbir Sergill, Director of Social Inclusion at University of Warwick, shares how organisations can leverage data-driven approaches to make meaningful change. Culture-led DEI - Nurturing Inclusivity From Within In our final segment, we discuss culture-led DEI with our experts. We explore how organizational culture plays a crucial role in fostering DEI and how leaders can lead by example. Our guests provide actionable tips for creating lasting change. We hope this episode inspires you to take meaningful actions and embrace DEIB in your personal and professional life. Resources Connect with Shelley O'Connor from the Bank of England https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-oconnor29/ Connect with Kulbir Sergill from the University of Warwick https://www.linkedin.com/in/kulbir-shergill-31618424/ Connect with Jessica Schibli from the BBC https://twitter.com/JSchibli Connect with Farhana Kuddus from NASA https://www.linkedin.com/in/farhanakuddus/ More from Make a Difference Media Website & Newsletter: https://makeadifference.media/ MAD World Summit: https://madworldsummit.com/ Book Your Tickets for The Watercooler 2024: https://www.watercoolerevent.com/ Audio recordings of the conference sessions from the MAD World Summit and DE&I Symposium: https://madworldsummit.com/ For more content on DEIB, check out: Tips to Create and Employee Resource Group: https://makeadifference.media/mental/tips-to-create-an-effective-mental-health-employee-resource-group/ How to be an Ally to LGBTQ+ Colleagues https://makeadifference.media/newsletter/how-to-be-an-ally-to-lgbtq-colleagues-on-the-path-to-parenthood/ Confessions of Warner Bros. Chief DEI Officer, Asif Sadiq https://makeadifference.media/social/i-get-called-out-a-lot-everyone-expects-me-to-be-perfect-on-diversity-but-truth-is-im-not-no-one-is/ More from Truth, Lies & Workplace Culture Listen back to Truth & Lies for more on: EDI 101 For Leaders https://truthliesandwork.com/truth-lies-work-podcast/edi-101-for-leaders_2340/ Toxic Workplace Cultures https://truthliesandwork.com/truth-lies-work-podcast/toxic-workplace-culture_1887/ Coverage of the MAD World Summit 2023 https://truthliesandwork.com/truth-lies-work-podcast/61-future-of-mental-health-at-work-surprising-trends-from-the-6th-mad-world-summit_2499/ Connect with Al and Leanne Join the Conversation on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/truthlieswork/ Connect with Al on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisisalelliott/ Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meetleanne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthlieswork/

Earlier this year, the province decriminalized certain amounts of some hard drugs, in an attempt to curb the overdose crisis. Nine months later, the same government has introduced legislation to ban those same drugs from public use. On the surface it looks like two conflicting approaches to the same problem—but is that true? What do we know about how decriminalization has gone so far? What will the new act mean for users in the province, and for non-users who share public space with them? How will the ban be enforced, and who will it impact? And most importantly, with the crisis closing in on a decade, and deaths still mounting ... will it help? GUEST: Dr. Lindsay Richardson, associate professor, University of British Columbia; Canada Research Chair in Social Inclusion and Health Equity

While our profession has been female-dominated for most, if not all, of its history, leadership positions are disproportionately occupied by men. In addition, there are significant gender inequities with regard to the global unmet needs of rehabilitation. Women accounted for just over half of the 2.4 billion people worldwide living with conditions that would benefit … Continue reading "GP048: Gender Equality and Social Inclusion with Dr. Rosemary Morgan and Dr. Linda Thumba"

In this episode we are talking all about human rights, social inclusion and population health with Clare Hocking. We discuss:  Clare Hocking is a New Zealand occupational therapy academic, and New Zealand’s first occupation therapy professor. She is currently a full professor at the Auckland University of Technology. Clare's goal is to transform occupational therapy … 108 – Human Rights, Social Inclusion & Population Health ft Clare Hocking Read More »

In this episode we are talking all about human rights, social inclusion and population health with Clare Hocking. We discuss:  Clare Hocking is a New Zealand occupational therapy academic, and New Zealand’s first occupation therapy professor. She is currently a full professor at the Auckland University of Technology. Clare's goal is to transform occupational therapy … 108 – Human Rights, Social Inclusion & Population Health ft Clare Hocking Read More »

Nino Lortkipanidze, Chapter Ambassador, and Maria Voskanyan, Communication Lead (Women in Tech), joined the show to promote the first edition of the Women in Technology Caucasus and Central Asia awards for the first time in Georgia, scheduled for September 22. About Nino: Chapter Ambassador for Women in Tech Chief Innovation Officer at THE CROSSROADS Caucasus University in Tbilisi, Georgia. Nino is an experienced consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the management consulting industry. She is skilled in Operations Management, Financial Accounting, Project Management, and Risk Management—a strong consulting professional with a BBA in Major Corporate Finance. About Maria: Communication Lead for Women in Tech Blockchain UX Designer, Brand Strategist, Empowering Women to make sense of Web3 Despite working in male-dominated industries - Tech/Digital, Maria has helped dozens of companies transform and develop cutting-edge branding and UX/UI designs that stand out from the noise and inspire them to take action. After running into Blockchain Technology and learning more about Web3, Maria was instantly motivated to become one of the adopters of emerging Web3 tools; this practice later manifested in a turning point in her career when she founded a Web3 Women Space Community that is run and managed entirely by women. Empowering women in Web3, training, learning, supervising remote teams, mentoring and getting mentored by industry leaders, and building ecosystems designed to support, assist, fund, and grow women have become her lifelong mission. What's Women in Tech? Women in Tech is the world's leading organization for Inclusion, Diversity, and equity in STEM. The community counts for over 200,000 members across the globe, with chapters in all six continents. With the Head Office in Paris, they are a Global Movement. The community is represented by persons of all abilities – regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, class, age, or sexual orientation. What's the focus of Women in Tech? They focus on four primary areas that call for action: Education, Business, Social Inclusion and Advocacy. They create impact through the effort to build skills and confidence, setting women up for success. Women in Tech's mission? Women in Tech® has a double mission: to close the gender gap and to help women embrace technology. They aim to educate, equip, and empower women and girls with the necessary skills and confidence to succeed in STEM careers. By 2030, the goal is to Empower 5 million Women and Girls. website https://women-in-tech.org/ge/ Nino Lortkipanidze linkedin.com/in/nino-lortkipanidze-27a494195 Maria Voskanyan linkedin.com/in/maria-voskanyan A MUST-LISTEN SHOW!!!

Join us in this remarkable episode where we dive into a conversation with Vedran Habel, founder of the pioneering NGO - UNUO. Embark on a journey of inclusion, empowerment, and innovative approaches to disability. Vedran narrates the story of UNUO's inception 15 years ago, its commitment to providing holistic support for children and adults with disabilities, and its transformational efforts to integrate them into society.The episode's highlight is UNUO's latest groundbreaking project – organizing the first-ever European culinary competition exclusively for people with disabilities. Vedran shares with us the essence of this initiative, their endeavours across 19 countries, and the inspirational individuals involved. This competition is not just about food but about stirring societal norms and changing attitudes towards disability.In a heartfelt discussion, Vedran addresses the prevailing challenges, including the lack of visibility for people with disabilities in regular workplaces, and urges everyone to change the narrative. Listen to Vedran's unyielding hope for a future where disability is not a barrier to employment and inclusion isn't just spoken about but practised in every workplace.

Harm reduction programs in general tend to be divisive, but safe supply might be the most controversial of them all. It involves providing drug users with, well, drugs—in the hopes they won't use more dangerous ones.The programs have been criticized by politicians, "exposed" in long newspaper features and serve as an easy target for anyone focused on "getting users off drugs" as a strategy to fight the overdose crisis. The reality is complex, and there's still a lot we don't know. But as overdose deaths continue to break records, we can't afford not to explore every option. So, what is safe supply? Does it work or are the claims made by its opponents true? Or both?GUEST: Dr. Lindsey Richardson, Associate Professor in Sociology at the University of British Columbia; Canada Research Chair in Social Inclusion and Health EquityWe love hearing from listeners! If you'd like to offer feedback, suggest an episode topic or have a question about this episode or any other, you can find The Big Story on Twitter @thebigstoryfpn, you can email us at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca, and you can call and leave a voicemail at 416-935-5935.If you'd like to share The Big Story with a friend, you can send them this link, which will allow them to open the podcast in their favourite podcast player.

At the end of January, British Columbia began a pilot program that decriminalized small amounts of drugs, including heroin, cocaine and opioids. It's the first province-wide program of its kind in Canada and it comes amidst a spiralling overdose crisis. Already, opinions on the program are polarizing and some municipalities in BC are trying to find ways around it.But will the program work? It's been tried elsewhere in the world and results have been positive, but there's simply not enough data yet in the province to tell. Meanwhile, other critics say the program doesn't go far enough to make a real impact, and risks further stigmatizing those who need the most help.GUEST: Dr. Lindsey Richardson, Associate Professor in Sociology at the University of British Columbia; Canada Research Chair in Social Inclusion and Health Equity  

Did you know that gender influences agricultural research and practice? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Hale Ann Tufan, Ph.D., associate professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science with an adjunct appointment in the Department of Global Development at Cornell University. Tufan's work focuses on gender equity and social inclusion. She discusses the roles and cultural positioning of men and women in agriculture, science, and health, and women's disproportionate vulnerability to the adverse impacts of climate change. See related United Nations report: https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/explainer/2022/02/explainer-how-gender-inequality-and-climate-change-are-interconnectedRelated website:  https://cals.cornell.edu/hale-ann-tufan#about