Chezuba talks: Impact stories

Ep-123: IFAOH: Creating Space for Healing and Support.


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In each episode, we delve into inspiring stories and insightful interviews, where guests share their journey of triumph over adversity and their mission to make the world a better place.

In this episode, we have the honor of welcoming Mrs. Omolola Adekeye, a woman of power, purpose, and passion. Her heart beats with the rhythm of compassion, empathy, and love, as she endeavors to support women, especially single mothers and widows, who are suffering from inner trauma. Through her nonprofit organization, the Institute for the Advancement of Humanity (IFAOH), Omolola aims to create a space where women can be heard, seen, and empowered to transform themselves and their communities.

Guest Highlights:
0:10 - Omolola introduces herself and her nonprofit organization, IFOAH, dedicated to helping women in distress.
2:10 - She shares the influence of her late mother, a professor of ethnomusicology, and how creative expression played a vital role in her own growth.
5:08 - Omolola's passion for social justice led her to pursue law, but her desire to help people became the driving force behind starting Ifaoh.
7:23 - She emphasizes the importance of supporting single mothers and widows in breaking societal stigmas and finding their true selves.
11:32 - Omolola describes two programs launched by IFAOH: "Born to Be" empowering women and "Kindness for the Arts" supporting children in the arts.
14:05 - The significance of scholarships and support for talented children in pursuing their artistic passions.
17:39 - The powerful impact of the online summit in 2020, where women felt seen, heard, and hopeful for the first time.
19:30 - Omolola's vision to create a space for women to feel free and empowered, breaking free from overwhelming expectations.

Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the journey of a remarkable advocate and catalyst for change, Mrs. Omolola Adekeye, as she empowers hearts for hope and healing.

Timeline:

  • 0:10 - Introduction to the podcast and guest, Omolola Adekeye
  • 2:10 - Influence of Omolola's mother and the power of creative expression
  • 5:08 - Omolola's passion for social justice and the founding of Ifaoh
  • 7:23 - Supporting single mothers and widows to find their true selves
  • 11:32 - Overview of Ifaoh's programs: "Born to Be" and "Kindness for the Arts"
  • 14:05 - Importance of scholarships and support for children in the arts
  • 17:39 - Impactful moments from the 2020 online summit
  • 19:30 - Omolola's vision to create a space for women to feel free and empowered
  • 22:11 - Conclusion and gratitude for Omolola's inspirational journey
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