“Women are more than just having husbands.” - Abenaa Abenaa Akuamoa-Boateng joins Judithe Registre in this special episode to discuss her passion for the women of Ghana as well as her work improving these women's lives and changing cultural attitudes about them. Born in Kumasi and raised in Accra, Ghana, Abenaa is the Founder and Executive Director of Women’s Health to Wealth. She is a courageous advocate and leader for the health and development of the Ghanaian people, especially women and girls. Abenaa grew up in a household of discipline, determination, and love. Sending their children to the best private schools they could afford, her parents strongly emphasized the importance of education, dedication, and hard work. In this episode, Abenaa reveals what continues to inspire her in her work, and ways other people can help from wherever they are in the world. “I saw myself in these women and their troubles... That is why my mission since that time has been how to make women take control of their own destiny.” - Abenaa

“Something More than Marriage” for the Women of Ghana with Abenaa Akuamoa-Boateng

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"Build yourself so that you can be a resource for others, and also build a network of people who can support you." Judithe reflects on her conversation and relationship with Amy Fulford, and more broadly the year in which it grew, 2018. She also wishes all of you a successful and happy 2019. Add your voice to our conversation in the new year at http://inclusivus.org

064: Cultivating Relationship as a Resource for Progress: Reacting to Amy Fulford

When Amy founded enlightin 2005, she envisioned working with clients in a meaningful way and understood that a real partnership, not the typical consulting version, would help them create more value. She has helped clients reshape how they run the business by bringing input and insights that change the way they think about their business and industry. Amy understands different perspectives and involves people in being part of the solution. She’s able to look for commonalities among different ideas and finds ways to advance team thinking. She always has ideas but is ready to learn and adapt to every situation. It’s that adaptation that forged her relationship with JuditheRegistre. She was drawn by the mission of Inclusivus and interested in growing that mission alongside Judithe. In this episode, we hear about the origins of that relationship, an outline of the next steps for Inclusivus and this partnership, as well as Amy’s unique perspective on power, privilege and personal relationships as the key to transformational societal change. Learn more about Amy and enlight by visiting: https://enlightadvisors.com   And watch this site for more in 2019 from both these dynamic women.  Add your voice to our conversation today at http://inclusivus.org

063: Owning Your Power, Recognizing Your Privilege - Building Personal Relationships with Judith Registre and Amy Fulford

In this solo response episode, Judithe Registre highlights the duality that the Carribean Diaspora faces in the US. They each come from island nations with distinct cultures and experiences, yet are united in their reaction to and existence alongside the United States. Being treated as "other" makes us one. Interested in being an Influencer? Your influence and opinion are powerful! • Share this podcast with a friend or colleague; • Share your voice by leaving a compliment with a 5-star rating and review at  Apple Podcasts, PlayerFM, Google Play, Podbean, Stitcher, or wherever you listen. Together, we are advancing the power of story equity to expand human possibility and create new futures. Thank you for coming along on this journey today. You are investing in a future built on human dignity. Have an insight on this subject, join our community on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram or share your story with us, because your story changes lives.

062: Reflecting on Kerrie-Ann and Carry on Friends

To make an impact and have influence, “find kindred spirits with differing views.” Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown of Carry On Friends A life learner, storyteller, and founder of Carry On Friends, The Caribbean American Podcast, Kerry-Ann shares her story and experiences with Judithe Registre in this episode. From the unique challenges facing the Caribbean and those that originate from the islands, to the experience of producing high-quality audio to share that life and culture with the world, Kerry-Ann is the sort of voice we seek to amplify in our efforts to expand the narratives of our human experience. ‘When you see representation of yourself, you see what is possible.” –Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown Carry On Friends is committed to equipping the world with diverse multidimensional perspectives of the Caribbean American experience. Kerry-Ann’s platform offers content that informs and inspires deeper understanding in building meaningful careers, strong brands, and businesses. Such resources enable the creation of transformative narratives of the Caribbean people in the diaspora and at home in the Caribbean region. To find out more about Kerry-Ann and Carry On Friends, visit her site: http://www.carryonfriends.com/ Let us know what you think about this conversation by adding your voice at inclusivus.org

061: Reconciling Your Own Story with Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown

This long-awaited episode marks the return of the Get InPowered Podcast as Judithe responds to the message and work of Keshet Bachan-Dovrat highlighting the importance of putting anger or frustration into action, instead of letting it calcify. Judithe also shares the latest info on her own journey and where the Get InPowered Community is headed next. Don't forget to share the show with colleagues and friends and visit us next week for an all new episode featuring Kerry-Anne Reid-Brown at Inclusivus.org

“Something More than Marriage” for the Women of Ghana with Abenaa Akuamoa-Boateng

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