In this episode of the Pace and Purpose show, Kirstyn DeVries welcomes Philippa Tyndale (Pip), a passionate advocate for women's education and empowerment, to discuss her journey from a journalist to a leader in the nonprofit sector. 

Philippa shares her experiences growing up in Australia, her transformative travels, and her work with Opportunity International and the Te Kworo Foundation. 

The conversation delves into themes of privilege, purpose, and the power of storytelling, highlighting Philippa's dedication to creating opportunities for women and girls in Uganda.

Takeaways

• Philippa's childhood in Australia was idyllic and full of community spirit.
• Her first awareness of privilege came during a trip to Indonesia at age 14.
• Philippa's career began in journalism, which honed her storytelling skills.
• A melanoma diagnosis was a turning point, leading to a focus on meaningful work.
• Her work with Opportunity International opened her eyes to sustainable poverty alleviation.
• Philippa emphasizes the importance of relationships and community in her work.
• The Te-kworo Foundation focuses on education and empowerment for Ugandan girls.
• Philippa's faith and daily habits provide her with peace and direction.
• The concept of 'growing fruit on other people's trees' guides her philanthropic efforts.
• Philippa's vision includes sustaining education for 1,200 girls in Uganda.

Bio:

Philippa (Pip) Tyndale is a passionate advocate for women's education and empowerment, a published Author, an Advocate and Philanthropist. In today’s episode she and I discuss her journey from a journalist to a leader in the nonprofit sector. 

She shares her experiences growing up in Australia, her transformative travels, and her work with Opportunity International and the Te-Kworo Foundation. 

Her deep passion and a sense of justice have driven her involvement in organisations that serve the most oppressed, and raise the most vulnerable.

Through governance and representation roles, she has poured her energy into such causes as anti-trafficking, micro-finance, street dweller rehabilitation, girls education, digital literacy and maternal health.

Her work has taken her back many times to Uganda, India, Indonesia and the Philippines. Over this time, she has established relationships throughout the development, social enterprise and faith-based charity worlds.

Philippa currently consults with non-profits on governance and strategy, sitting on several not-for-profit boards working in developing countries in the areas of girls’ education, anti-trafficking, and digital learning for children in remote villages.

As mentioned, she is a writer - and Pip is the author of two published biographies.

She has written for prestigious newspapers and magazines in Australia, including the Australian Financial Review, Sydney Morning Herald and SuperFunds Magazine.

The conversation today, delves into themes of privilege, purpose, and the power of storytelling. 

Quotes:

"Privilege is a lens to see the world." 

"Storytelling is a powerful tool for change." 

"Our lives won't be the same after this." 

"Purpose means creating opportunities for others." 

"Faith provides peace and direction." 

"Growing fruit on other people's trees." 

"Education is key to empowerment." 

"Community is at the heart of everything." 

"A meaningful life is a life of service." 

"Sustainable change comes from within communities."

LINKS:

https://www.te-kworofoundation.org/

https://www.philippatyndale.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippa-tyndale/