Jim Grant is the Executive Director of the Global Birthing Home Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Leawood, Kansas. With a background in IT, Jim made a career change to pursue a socially redeeming job. He joined the foundation in 2008 and has since been dedicated to reducing maternal and infant mortality rates in rural Haitian communities. Jim's passion for making a positive impact on society led him to the organization's mission of providing high-quality maternal and infant healthcare services in underserved areas.

Podcast Highlights:

0:10 - Greetings and introduction to Chezuba Talks, a podcast showcasing inspiring stories of hope, determination, and humanity in women's rights.

1:44 - Introduction of Jim Grant, Executive Director of the Global Birthing Home Foundation, sponsored by the nonprofit Global Birthing Home Foundation.

2:02 - Jim shares his journey from a disillusioned IT professional to finding fulfilment in nonprofit work.

3:12 - Jim's experience in the IT industry for 20 years and his realization of the lack of social impact in his career.

5:01 - Discussion about the mission of the Global Birthing Home Foundation and its focus on reducing maternal and infant mortality rates in rural Haitian communities.

6:14 - The lack of access to professional maternal and infant healthcare services in rural areas of Haiti.

7:17 - The story behind the establishment of the birth center in Torbeck, Haiti, due to the dire need for proper healthcare facilities.

9:06 - The challenges of supporting home births in Haiti due to the lack of trained birth attendants and inadequate hygiene practices.

10:00 - The logistics of operating in a rural area with limited resources and the availability of an ambulance for emergency situations.

11:08 - The cultural tradition of home births and the efforts to encourage women to deliver at the center for better healthcare outcomes.

12:23 - The community health promotion group's role in educating and advising pregnant women about safe birthing practices.

13:00 - Comprehensive services provided by the Global Birthing Home Foundation, including prenatal and postnatal care.

13:32 - The all-Haitian staff, consisting of certified midwives and nurses, ensuring culturally appropriate care.

14:05 - The intentional approach of creating a warm and welcoming environment for patients to feel at home.