Sarah Osman joins Diaspora in Development to tackle the fundamental beliefs and human understanding in the International Development. From Khartoum to Oslo, she offers a fresh perspective, at the intersection of psychology, behavioural science and social impact. A fresh take in more ways than one, Sarah introduces you to what international developmentcould be.

Having founded Osman Advisory Services,she deep dives into career, representation and scientific rigour required for lasting development at local, regional and international levels.

On the show, Soraya and Sarah discuss:

 How Sarah’s career journey led her tofound Osman Advisory Services

·     How her consultancy has been built at theintersection of psychology, behavioural design and social impact

·     She delves into her background, fromZambia to the Netherlands, and how it has shaped her worldview

·     Her own concept of representation: ThirdCulture Kids & Afropolitan

·     How her specialisation in behaviouralchange and health psychology created her focus on HIV prevention

·     Her thoughts on the challenges, rewardsand limits in the international development sector

·     She introduces ELLA, a digital programthat supports women with roots in the global majority interested in Consultancywork

·     Her approach to a more inclusive sectorthat reassess its current practices

·     Her case studies on successfulcollaborations between Western and local universities for more balancedapproaches

·     Her thoughts on reform: What’s necessaryto balance humanitarian needs with innovation and market development?

·     Her own personal reflections on hercareer milestones

·     Her personal hopes for the future: Ineducation, the young people of Africa and the continuous improvement ofhumanity

A scientists rigour weaves through thisentire show. It is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in the future ofhumanity. How do we make decisions in the international development sector?What’s driving our approaches? And lastly, can we do better, collaborativelyand inclusively.

The opinions shared on this forum are the opinions of theindividuals and are not the opinions of the organizations and institutes thatthey work for.