iamtheCODE Podcast

Lady Mariéme Jamme talks to Iranian born Naza Alakija, who founded the Sage Innovation Centre. Naza is a Humanitarian who supports women and girls and organisation improving the lives of the most marginalised in society. She has supported refugees in Afghanistan and communities in Nigeria and is doing fantastic work around climate change issues. She courageously shared her journey with Lady Mariéme and why her mother is the backbone of her existence, and how is she grateful for it. Her mother supported her and gave her the values she cherishes today. Lady Mariéme was impressed by Naza’s sense of worth and how she learnt to build herself and give back to society using her platform and Agency.

The Power of Building Trust.

In this week’s episode, Lady Mariéme Jamme welcomes her friend, Austrian born, London based and iamtheCODE Patron, Christopher Schlaeffer. Christopher is a European tech Entrepreneur and an expert in the telecom industry. He was part of the launch of the Android platform, which we all use today.

They both have known each other for a very long time. They travelled together to Kakuma Refugee Camp to meet the young refugees, along with Christopher’s friends and daughter. As the Patron of iamtheCODE, Christopher discusses why supporting organisations like this can create and give equal opportunity to young marginalised girls.

Lady Marieme says, "Christopher made me trust people more as a leader who never knew what trust is and showed me that every moment in someone's life is an opportunity to do good and be at the service of another human being."

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Host Lady Mariéme showed us the Power of Collaboration in this week episode when we celebrated Africa Day and reflected on the death of George Floyd, who died last year in May.

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed during the interview are Kelly's personal opinion.

Lady Mariéme Jamme talks to Nigerian Born Chidiogo Akunyili-Parr, Founder of “She Roars”, a global community supporting women to unleash their inner power by speaking up about their truth and authentic self. She is a writer, storyteller, and movement builder who impacts global narrative based on her belief and championship of the Power of people to change the world. Chidiogo shared how her later mother inspired her to build communities and support women. Both discussed how mothers write the history of their children and how we also should learn the African concept of Ubuntu ( I am because we are). You can pre-order her book on Amazon.

Lady Mariéme talks with Wadia Ait Hamza, Head of the World Economic Forum Shaper community, about how proud and privileged he is to lead a community of young people who are shaping the world. Wadia tells Lady Mariéme that “no one should be ashamed of their privilege but should be ashamed if they do not use that privilege for a collective purpose,” he also revealed how his father inspired him to be humble, collaborative, have integrity, and focused on changing the world. Wadia is committed to giving young people safe spaces, platforms, and opportunities to express themselves and be seen.

Season 4 continues with a new episode every Friday. Remember to follow iamtheCODE on social media @i_amthecode on Twitter / Instagram.

This week’s episode on our Season 4 features Lerato Mbele. If you want to be inspired, then this episode is for you! 

Lerato’s podcast is sure to give you the motivation you need to succeed, just as so many people in Lerato’s professional and personal life have inspired her. Lerato tells Lady Mariéme about her journey throughout her career, from an intern to the successful journalist and broadcaster she is today and how her family has encouraged her to achieve this by teaching her that if she sets her mind to something, she is more than capable of achieving it. Lerato is proud of her South African heritage and tells Lady Mariéme about her mission to champion African women throughout her work and personal life. Listen to the full episode to find out more about Lerato, the inspirational people she has had the pleasure of interviewing, and her passion for equality.

The new ‘Elevating Humanity’ series of our podcast continues this week with Lady Mariéme Jamme’s latest guest Nazir Azfal. Nazir talks to Lady Mariéme about the work he did as a UK prosecutor, including how he has helped change the law on forced marriage by creating a protection order that has saved 2800 lives to date. Nazir has received an OBE for his amazing work for justice and tells Lady Mariéme that “we are stronger as a community than we are as one”. Nazir also discusses his experiences of racism and the importance of teaching equality to the next generation to prevent discrimination.

Lady Mariéme is joined by Paul Polman to kick off the new season and discuss their shared passion for the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which Paul played a role in developing. Paul has made such a positive impact throughout his career in supporting both people and the planet. His support and leadership contributed to the lives of 27,000 girls across the world through his work with iamtheCODE.

The former CEO of Unilever is now the co-founder of Imagine. Imagine is an organisation with strong links to the SDGs that encourages the private sector to step up and be more responsible by helping in Imagine’s mission to eradicate poverty, prevent climate change, and fight for equality. Not only has Paul created positive change through his work with Unilever, Imagine, and iamtheCODE, but he is also the vice-chairman of the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, which helps to provide assistive technology to enable visually impaired people to advance in education. 

This is not a podcast you want to miss! Listen now to find out more about Paul Polman and his influential work in advancing the SDGs and promoting moral leadership.

Last episode of Season three features Ugandan Tech Entrepreneur Evelyn Namara. Lady Mariéme Jamme invited her mentee to share her incredible journey.

Evelyn is passionate about looking after your health and is an advocate of iamtheCODE’s work, which is why she is an iamtheCODE global ambassador. Lady Mariéme and Evelyn discuss the importance of STEM education and making sure the internet is accessible to everyone globally. Evelyn also tells Lady Mariéme about her company Vouch Digital which aims to provide transparency and prevent fraud and corruption.

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