October 20, 2025

653. Nonprofit Mergers Aren’t a Last Resort—They’re a Strategic First Choice - Christina Lowery, Kate Kiama, Nidhi Shukla + Tammy Tibbetts, She's The First and Girl Rising

40 minutes

Get ready for a warm and inspiring episode, friend, as we welcome the visionary leaders behind a truly groundbreaking moment: the phenomenal merger of Girl Rising and She's The First. We sit down with Christina Lowery, Nidhi Shukla, Kate Kiama, and Tammy Tibbetts, the women fearlessly charting this new course 💖

For years, these two powerhouses have been dedicated to transforming girls' education and leadership. Now, they've united their missions to create one mighty, global force for change 🤝

Tune in to learn how they’re innovating for empowerment, with a sneak peek at powerful new programs that are helping girls build unshakeable confidence and chase their dreams. You’ll walk away with valuable, real-world takeaways on navigating the complexities of partnership, and how these leaders keep everyone focused on a shared, unwavering belief in a future where every single girl can learn, lead, and thrive 🌱

Ready to be inspired by the true power of partnership? Let's dive deep👇

Episode Highlights

Meet the Visionary Leaders (00:53)
Girl Rising’s Origin Story (02:37)
She’s the First’s Journey (06:57)
The Urgency of the Merger (11:27)
Global Education Crisis Statistics (13:41)
Big Dreams for a Unified Future (17:25)
Challenging Nonprofit Merger Norms (19:24)
Scaling Up for Systemic Change (26:16)
Joining Forces as a Community (33:53)
Everyone’s “One Good Thing" for the Future (34:37)

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