Podcasts about sustainable international development

Ali Elliott is the Founder and CEO of Farmer Foodie, a purpose-driven brand offering sustainable, dairy- and gluten-free Cashew Parm in two flavorful varieties: Golden Chedda and Italian Herb. Made with fair trade, carbon-negative cashews, Cashew Parm was born from Ali's personal journey toward veganism and her background in sustainable agriculture as the former Education Director at McEnroe Organic Farm. With advanced degrees in Social Impact and Sustainable International Development from Brandeis University, Ali has built Farmer Foodie around a triple bottom line of planet, product, and people. From early recipe blogs to pitching competitions and farmers markets, her vision has grown the brand into a Whole Foods–stocked favorite. Loved for its versatility and flavor, Cashew Parm is not only a staple for plant-based eaters but also a go-to seasoning for everything from veggies to proteins. Through her mission, Ali is making sustainable eating simple, delicious, and accessible for all!IG thefarmerfoodie | thefarmerfoodie.comFind Me:IG + TikTok citrusdiaries.studiocitrusdiaries.com | hello@citrusdiaries.comCreate your ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#madeonzencastr

Are you a nonprofit leader battling burnout? If you're working in the nonprofit sector, chances are you've had some experience with burnout, which is why I was so excited to sit down with special guest and nonprofit coach, Elle McPherson. She breaks down burnout red flags, contributing factors, balancing woo with logic, and so much more. This is a great episode for leaders looking for practical strategies to overcome burnout!   About Elle Elle has over 15 years of experience in coaching, financial management, accounting, fundraising, proposal writing and grant management, and human resources. She has worked with a range of nonprofits including Ashoka, AmeriCorps, Outward Bound, and Heifer International. Elle earned a MBA in Nonprofit Management and MA in Sustainable International Development from the Heller School of Social Policy & Management at Brandeis University and a BA in Political Science from Bates College. Elle is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation and received her professional coach certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), and is certified in the Energy Leadership Index Assessment tool. She is also a Certified Erotic Blueprint Coach™ as well as a Certified Accelerated Evolution™ Trainer-in-Training and RYT-200 Kripalu-trained yoga teacher.   Read the podcast transcript here.   Episode Summary In this episode, you'll learn strategies for preventing burnout, including: Coaching nonprofit leaders (5:20) Leadership transformation (8:35) Overcoming burnout (10:45) Contributing factors of burnout (12:35) Shifting your money mindset (15:40) Scarcity ingrained in our culture ( 24:30) Balancing woo with practicality (27:25) Moving from analysis to taking action (30:50) Self-improvement book recommendations (40:15)   Teasers “I know what it's like to work in nonprofit. I know the stress, I know the different issues. I know how unique it could be to have really specific funding requirements and certain things that don't even exist in the for-profit world.”   “Stress is not conducive to new ideas and getting out there and doing things differently. It kind of puts people in a bit of like a survival mindset.” “In the culture, there is this idea of if you're helping people, if you're a nurse, if you're a healer, if you're a helper, that it should somehow be sacrificing.”   Resources The Best Tools for an Efficient & Prosperous Nonprofit: https://100degreesconsulting.com/tools/  Zesto Website: https://www.zestso.com/about  Connect with Elle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elle-mcpherson/  Keep up to date with the podcast: @100degreesconsulting Follow Stephanie on Instagram: @stephanie.skry/  Connect with Stephanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieskryzowski/  Visit the podcast page: https://100degreesconsulting.com/preventing-burnout    Want more of the podcast? New episodes are released weekly! Find them all plus show notes and exclusive bonus content at 100degreesconsulting.com/podcast. Leave us a review! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Let me know what you loved most about this episode! Subscribe to the show so you don't miss a thing!  

Around 95% of girls in the most disadvantaged African rural communities never completed senior high school. Rosalinda Agana grew up in Northern Ghana and experienced the lack of access to quality education herself. But now, she is on a mission to build education equity on a global scale. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she shares how she completed her education against great odds, got a scholarship through CAMFED Association, and is now giving back to her community through her not-for-profit organization. Rosalinda talks about her work to help young people get the education they deserve regardless of race, skin color, or social status. She also discusses how she teaches farmers adopt more sustainable farming systems and small business owners to eliminate the use of plastic packaging. About Rosalinda Agana:Rosalinda Agana grew up in Northern Ghana and completed her education against great odds. Selected to receive a CAMFED scholarship to study law, Rosalinda joined the pan-African CAMFED Association of women leaders. She is trained as a Learner Guide, delivering CAMFED's self-development curriculum to marginalized students. At university, Rosalinda founded a non-profit organization to support teenage mothers with income-generating skills. In 2019, she started a climate-smart agriculture enterprise, providing employment for rural women, growing and processing peanuts, soya, and potatoes. A passionate youth advocate, Rosalinda's platforms have included the Youth Diplomacy Summit in Accra, the Baobab Summit in Kigali, and the Youth Agriculture Summit in Brasilia. She is pursuing her Master's degree in Sustainable International Development at Brandeis University, USA. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalinda-agana-14b713142/ Guest Website: https://camfed.org/rosalinda/ Guest Social:https://www.instagram.com/i_am_nefertiti / https://www.tiktok.com/@camfedsisterhood https://www.youtube.com/@camfedhttps://www.instagram.com/camfed/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://caremorebebetter.com Follow us on social and join the conversation! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Twitter: https://twitter.com/caremorebebetter Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/care-more-be-better Support Care More. Be Better: A Social Impact + Sustainability PodcastCare More Be Better answers only to our collective conscience and aims to put more good into the world. As a listener, reader, and subscriber you are part of this pod and this community and we are honored to have your support. If you can, please help finance the show: https://caremorebebetter.com/donate.

This episode is part of the Transforming The Future of Proteins series. XPRIZE Feed the Next Billion is a multi-year, $15M competition that incentivizes teams to produce chicken breast or fish filet alternatives that replicate or outperform these conventional proteins in the following ways: access, environmental sustainability, animal welfare, nutrition, as well as taste and texture. Caroline Kolta is the Program Director on XPRIZE Feed the Next Billion, where she oversees the technical and day to day operations of the competition including project management, knowledge management, stakeholder management, and risk management. Prior to this, she worked on an array of projects including supporting XPRIZE Foundation's research on circular and resilient food systems, in addition to designing competitions for alternative protein, circular water economy, sustainable food packaging, and Alzheimer's Disease. Caroline comes to XPRIZE with 7 years of experience in the international development, governance, and election monitoring sectors in the Middle East and North Africa region as a project manager, researcher, and policy advisor. Her professional career is geared towards advancing human rights and freedoms, civic engagement, and empowering marginalized populations. She holds an MA in Sustainable International Development, with a focus on Conflict Resolution and Coexistence from the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University and a Bachelor of Political Science from Cairo University.  Learn more about the XPRIZE Feed the Next Billion Challenge at www.xprize.org/feed --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/futurefoodshow/support

Dr. Amanda Kiessel is a cocreator of Good Market, a digital commons for social enterprises, cooperatives, responsible businesses, civic organizations, networks, and changemakers working to create a 21st-century economy that's “good for people and good for the planet.” It currently includes more than 2,500 enterprises across 90 countries. Amanda spent the past 20 years in Asia working with local organizations on agroecology and sustainable food systems, organizational development, and social enterprise. She has a PhD in Environmental Studies, a Masters in Sustainable International Development, and a degree in Biology with a specialty in ecotoxicology. Amanda is an Ashoka Fellow and Catalyst 2030 member and serves on the board of the Social Enterprise World Forum and Buy Social USA.****************Good MarketGood Market SEA Page****************LinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter

How do you view leadership?  Kristel Bauer sat down with the Executive Director of the Honnold Foundation, Emily Teitsworth to discuss how to embrace an empowering mindset and boost confidence to take on a leadership role addressing global problems. Emily also shares some ways to support the environment and make solar energy more accesible as well as how she manages the pressure and stress of being in a high impact role. Tune in now! Key Takeaways from This Episode: - A look into why Emily got into the nonprofit space - How to get the courage and clarity to make a change - What does leadership mean to Emily - How Emily became involved with the Honnold Foundation - A look into empowering girls and supporting women in leadership  - Ways to boost confidence  - The importance of believing that there is a solution - How Emily handles the stress and pressure of her career - How you can make a positive environmental impact  - Insights into how to make solar energy more accessible  About Emily Teitsworth: Emily is the executive director of the Honnold Foundation, a nonprofit founded by well known rock climber Alex Honnold that partners with marginalized communities to expand equitable solar energy access.  Emily a passionate advocate for equity and environmental justice, and brings two decades of experience growing and evolving organizations in the nonprofit and philanthropic fields to the Honnold Foundation. She has worked in Central America, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, and the U.S., with a focus on sustainability, gender and racial equity, public health, and community development. Emily holds a Master's Degree in Sustainable International Development from the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University, and graduated from Wesleyan University with a B.A. in Philosophy and Psychology. Prior to joining the Honnold Foundation, Emily was the Executive Director of GirlVentures, and a co-founder of Rise Up and Project Aruna. Her writing has been featured in Stanford Social Innovation Review, the Guardian, and the Huffington Post.  Outside of work, Emily loves exploring the outdoors with her family, and is on a quest to find Northern California's best vegetarian tacos. Website: https://www.honnoldfoundation.org/#mission  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diva-amon/  Instagram: @honnoldfoundation Twitter: https://twitter.com/honnoldfound?lang=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HonnoldFoundation/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyteitsworth  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel, the Founder of Live Greatly, is on a mission to help people thrive personally and professionally. Kristel is a corporate wellness expert, Integrative Medicine Fellow, Top Keynote Speaker, TEDx speaker & contributing writer for Entrepreneur.  Kristel brings her expertise & extensive experience in Corporate Wellness, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Mindset, Resilience, Self-Care, and Stress Management to in-person and virtual events as Professional Keynote Speaker.  If you are looking for a female motivational speaker to inspire and empower your audience to reclaim their well-being, inner motivation and happiness, Kristel's message will leave a lasting impression. Kristel would be happy to discuss partnering with you to make your next event one to remember! Speaking Topics can be tailored to fit the needs of your group. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

  Ali Elliott founded The Farmer Foodie LLC, as her food blog in January 2020 to share her lifelong passion for recipe creation and sustainable organic food. She is a plant-forward recipe and product developer. Many of her recipes are inspired by her four year career as an Organic Farm Education Manager in Millerton, NY. Ali has published over 160 original sustainable recipes.  ​Ali is a passionate solo social entrepreneur. Ali earned her MBA in Social Impact and an MA in Sustainable International Development from The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University. Ali launched her first product, Everything Cheeze, on May 17, 2022 through eateverythingcheeze.com! Everything Cheeze is a raw vegan, gluten free, and soy free Cashew Parmesan Alternative. It is inherently sustainable with its plant-based organic ingredients and long shelf-life. It is made with fairtrade organic cashews. Everything Cheeze is also a multi-use product that can be hydrated with boiling water and blended into a Queso, Ricotta, or Mac & Cheeze sauce in 30 seconds. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipes | The Farmer Foodie

The economic systems that have fuelled growth in the 21st century have done so, largely, at a grave cost to workers in the Global South. The Covid-19 pandemic brought deep-rooted drivers of inequality and exploitation into sharp relief, be it directly in companies failing to afford workers the protections necessary to continue to work without fear of transmission, or indirectly in those who failed to ensure security for at-risk workers in their supply chain. For this episode, we were joined by a live online audience to discuss the vision for the next decade of the guiding principles, and the role they can play in supporting a just recovery from the pandemic. Your panel for this episode includes: Phil Bloomer, Executive Director, Business & Human Rights Resource Centre Dante Pesce, Founder and Executive Director of the VINCULAR Center for Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development at the Catholic University of Valparaíso, Chile. Surya Deva, Associate Professor at the School of Law of City University of Hong Kong. Anita Ramasastry, Roland L. Hjorth Professor of Law and the Director of the Graduate Program in Sustainable International Development at the University of Washington School Of Law.

Many students move across national borders to attend university. Although the number of these globally mobile students is small compared to the total number of students enrolled in higher education, there numbers are increasing. But the patterns are changing, with more regional and south-south mobility. The role of scholarships in promoting these new patterns of student mobility is gaining attention by researchers and development aid alike. My guests today, Joan Dassin and Aryn Baxter, have recently contributed to a new edited collection entitled International Scholarships in Higher Education: Pathways to Social Change, which was edited by Joan Dassin, Robin March, and Matt Mawer. Joan Dassin is a Professor of International Education and Development and Director of the Masters Program in Sustainable International Development at the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University. Aryn Baxter is an Assistant Professor in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College and Director of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University (ASU). https://freshedpodcast.com/dassinbaxter/ -- Get in touch! Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

Where do politics, spiritual renewal, public health, cultural evolution and Big Money all come together? That's right, in public lands and green spaces!During covid, millions of people are seeking the soothing effects of forests, beaches and rivers. Parks are super popular with families and individuals camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing - and forest bathing. The crisis reveals how absolutely essential good public green spaces are for the wellbeing of all. If you've doubted that regular people actually have a say about protecting and cultivating these sacred resources, Toby Bloom has very good news for you. She lives and works very close to the pulse of US conservation politics and her message is empowering: Thanks to everyone who has signed a petition, voted or expressed their voice about conserving public green spaces - you have been heard, and now everyone benefits! Episode topics:Why the Great American Outdoors Act is one of the most positively impactful bills in this century.How the culture of conservation is evolving to make parks feel welcoming to the many different people living in the US.What it means to be a Happy Warrior during changing times and how to make a positive impact.How to get money to create or improve a public green space where you live.A native of the DC Metropolitan area, Toby Bloom is the National Program Manager for Tourism and Interpretive Services for the US Forest Service. Some of the current Forest Service initiatives she leads are the development of the National Forest Explorer Mobile App; strengthening recreation economies in forest gateway communities; promoting healthy people and forests through innovative public lands and public health partnerships; and working with Interpretive Associations to improve visitor experience and appreciation of the National Forests. Toby was previously the Latin America and Caribbean Program Specialist for the International Programs division of the Forest Service. Before joining the USFS, she developed community ecotourism projects in high biodiversity areas of Latin America and the Caribbean as the Director of Wildlife Ecotourism for Humane Society International, as a technical expert for USAID in Honduras, and in several other consultancies in the region. Toby started her career in recreation and tourism as a tour guide through the US, Canada, and Mexico. Ms Bloom received her master's degree in Sustainable International Development from Brandeis University. She became a certified Forest and Nature Therapy Guide in January of 2019. Please visit her website at www.ForestImmersionDC.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/oneinnature)

Welcome to the final episode of our new XPRIZE podcast series, Not Going Back To Normal, Imagining Life After COVID-19, featuring Caroline Kolta. In this episode, Caroline questions what role our food system played in leading to COVID-19, and what the future of our food systems will look like as we emerge from the pandemic. Caroline’s own work in food and agriculture led her to realize that it’s time to recognize the interconnectedness of animal health, people’s health, and planetary health. Caroline Kolta comes to the XPRIZE Foundation with over 5 years of experience in development programming in the Middle East and North Africa. As a member of the Global Impact Strategy team, she will contribute to XPRIZE’s prize design and global impact strategies and processes.Prior to joining XPRIZE, she worked with the Carter Center, UNICEF, and other nonprofits as a researcher, program officer, and policy advisor. She is interested in advancing human rights and freedoms, civic engagement, and empowering marginalized populations. She holds a Bachelor of Political Science from Cairo University and a master’s degree in Sustainable International Development and Conflict Resolution and Coexistence from the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University.Enjoy listening and if you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and leave us a review on Apple or wherever you get your pods.Linkshttps://impactmaps.xprize.org/food See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wafaa Arbash is a Syrian immigrant who’s determined to restore dignity to refugees globally through her Boston-based startup WorkAround. The co-founder and CEO of WorkAround is working around the barriers to employment for refugees by providing them with an online microwork platform that helps AI and machine learning companies with human intelligence tasks. Arbash started WorkAround while working on her master’s thesis in Sustainable International Development and Conflict Resolution from Brandeis University. Prior to WorkAround, Wafaa served as a program manager for Startup Institute and refugee education in Jordan. She worked in Syria for more than five years in social development programs where she spearheaded several projects to empower local citizens and increase their leadership skills. Discover more Boston Speaks Up at Boston Business Journal's BostInno: www.americaninno.com/boston/boston-speaks-up/

Gail M. Carter, is Founder and CEO of LightShift360 LLC, Global Business Impact Strategist. She is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, avid traveler, and global volunteer At LightShift360, LLC, Gail creates strategies and programs for individuals and businesses that empower them to become great leaders, make a difference in society and ensure maximum productivity and fulfillment in life and work through increased focus and engagement. She enjoys living her purpose, speaking, coaching and consulting empowering people and clients to unleash their strengths, their unique value, and leadership potential using her LightShift Impact360 Leadership 5 Step Strategic S.E.R.V.E. Blueprint.  Gail has traveled to over 16 countries and four continents, and actively participates on annual international mission and volunteer trips. She held various mid-level management positions in civil engineering, construction, utility project management, as well as business planning and operations in the oil & gas industry during her 16-year career working at Fortune 500 companies and Devex Top 40 global charities before launching her consulting company LightShift360.  She holds an M.B.A in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida, M.A. in Sustainable International Development from Heller School of Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University in Massachusetts and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL. She was the recipient of the prestigious Junior League’s “Woman to Watch” Award for her leadership and volunteerism. At her “Renewal360 Encounter” and “How to Unlock Your Potential in 10 Minutes A Day” events, her emphasis on empowering attendees to renew their purpose, revive their joy, be more productive, engaged and fulfilled in life and their careers by unleashing their leadership potential. Using 5 key strategies, sharing powerful stories and creating real and powerful connections with people transforms heartfelt experiences into actionable goals and clarity on next steps and increased confidence to take purposeful action leading to results.

Grid Alternatives Director of International Programs Jenean Smith is today's guest on Planet Watch Radio. The vision of Grid Alternatives is a successful transition to clean, renewable energy that includes everyone, and its mission is to make renewable energy technology and job training accessible to underserved communities everywhere. On today's program, find out about exciting volunteer opportunities in Nepal, Nicaragua, and around the world bringing solar electricity to rural villages! Jenean joined the solar industry in 2007 to work for Mitsubishi Electric's Solar Division and later worked for Trojan Battery Company's Renewable Energy Division. She is the founder of Power to the People, a non-profit organization that helps bring renewable energy solutions to the developing world, and facilitated its acquisition by GRID Alternatives. Before working in the solar industry, she was the Youth Program Director for the Riecken Foundation in Honduras and was a Peace Corps volunteer in San Lorenzo, Nicaragua. Jenean holds a BA in Sociology from UMASS Boston, an MBA from Northeastern University and a Masters in Sustainable International Development from Brandeis University.  

Many students move across national borders to attend university.  Although the number of these globally mobile students is small compared to the total number of students enrolled in higher education, there numbers are increasing.   But the patterns are changing, with more regional and south-south mobility. The role of scholarships in promoting these new patterns of student mobility is gaining attention by researchers and development aid alike. My guests today, Joan Dassin and Aryn Baxter, have recently contributed to a new edited collection entitled International Scholarships in Higher Education: Pathways to Social Change, which was edited by Joan Dassin, Robin March, and Matt Mawer. Joan Dassin is a Professor of International Education and Development and Director of the Masters Program in Sustainable International Development at the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University. Aryn Baxter is an Assistant Professor in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College and Director of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University (ASU).

Oudou Sanogo, born in the West African country of Mali, is currently working with United Planet as an International Programs Coordinator while simultaneously pursuing his Masters in Social Justice and Environmental Sustainability. He is a Fulbright Scholar interested in Education and Sustainable International Development and hopes to continue sharpening his skills to fight against injustice both in his home country and across the globe. His work for United Planet has given him yet another platform to promote his love for education.