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Circle of Change

Changing the World From Within

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Change begins from within

This podcast is for change-makers like you, who want to create long-lasting connections in your communities and bring about the world we all want to live in. You will hear stories that will inspire you and challenge you to be the change as you participate in conversations that connect.

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We’re on a mission to support all people who have a feeling that change starts from within. The more people we can support, the quicker we'll create the belonging, kindness and connection this world is seeking. Although we’re no longer recording live episodes, it doesn’t mean the content is invalid. Keep sharing, listening, re-listening and spreading the word about our message. Thank you change-maker!

 

LATEST EPISODES

Episode 54: Life-Altering Lessons From A Cultural Outsider

 
 
 

This conversation with nurse, epidemiologist, and author Nancy Edwards, is a lesson in the fundamentals of creating solutions from the ground up. In the beautiful stories of her work in Sierra Leone and around the globe she teaches us the exact lessons our world needs right now. Whether you’re trying to determine the best solution to a complex problem, how to walk in two worlds as we do in the journey of reconciliation, or how to have a conversation with your grandchild, this conversation will guide you toward meaningful resolution.  

What’s in this episode for you: 

  • How to build community-led solutions that work

  • Tangible examples of how to walk in two worlds

  • The requirements of effective community change

  • How to identify the problems worth solving

  • A framework for building trust between cultures

Who’s with us in circle: 

Nancy is a retired nurse and epidemiologist, Distinguished Professor and Professor Emerita, at the University of Ottawa.  She has received numerous awards including three honorary doctoral degrees.  Nancy is passionate about global health and public health.  Her career spanned five continents with research in lower- and middle-income countries that focused on maternal and child health inequities, HIV and AIDs, and capacity-building. Nancy believes that research can be a tool for positive change. 

How to Connect with Nancy:

Find Nancy’s Book Not One, Not Even One: A Memoir of Life-altering Experiences in Sierra Leone, West Africa here: www.nancyedwards.ca

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Poem: 

Awaiting Rain, a Haiku by Nancy Edwards

Lush Forest Backdrops Beckon

Against Burnt Charred Land

Aspirations For Planting

Some terms that arise during our conversation:

FLQ crisis - https://www.cbc.ca/history/EPISCONTENTSE1EP16CH1PA4LE.html

Epidemiology - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epidemiology

Pick up the talking piece:

What came up for you as you listened to this episode? I'd love to hear your experiences with any of the reflections and exercises. Send me an email at podcast@humconsulting.ca or leave a voicemail (click the voicemail button on the right).

Gratitude: 

Circle of Change is recorded on lək̓ʷəŋən territories.

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Our opening and closing music was created by the talented E-Rol Beats. You can find his creations at www.erolbeats.com

My fabulous podcast coach, Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions, brought this podcast to life www.organizedsound.ca

 




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