Welcome to a new episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast! 

"We have reviewed the past and present characteristics of education and leadership in Africa. In the wake of a pandemic that has rocked economies globally, this discussion between Melton Fellow Kwabena Ankrah and Patrick Awuah Jr., Founder and President of Ashesi University, Ghana, analyzes the future of Africa’s Education and Leadership and give prompts that will lead to learning and healing from our past and present ashes to forge a glorious continent in coming years." 

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In this episode of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast, Melton Fellow Lindiwe is joined by Oxfam in Ghana's Gender Justice Advisor Keita Rose-Tahiru. Catch us discussing Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the implications of Gender-Based Violence on young girls and women, some of the DO’s and Don'ts for civilians when dealing with a person who has fallen victim to Gender-Based Violence, and more. 

We encourage listeners to employ takeaways discussed in their daily lives, and further social impact on an individual and community level. More episodes of the 'Global Citizenship in Practice' podcast coming soon!

Welcome to a new Spanish episode of Global Citizenship in Practice: 

La crisis atmosférica en Temuco, Chile, enreda causas económicas, obstáculos sociales, y consecuencias para nuestra salud que la vuelven un problema complejo de zanjar. Durante esta #Climathon, tres expertas chilenas se reúnen a discutir este desafío bajo tres aristas principales: Salud, política local, e innovación social. La polución al sur de Chile se ha vuelto crítica en los últimos años, y solo una comprensión transversal del problema y la acción colaborativa crearán el cambio que nuestras -y futuras- generaciones necesitan para volver a respirar.

The air pollution crisis in Temuco, Chile, tangles economic causes, social obstacles, and consequences in our health; making it a difficult problem to sort out. In this podcast episode from our #ClimathonTemuco panel session, three Chilean experts gather at the table, to discuss this problem under three main factors: health, local governance, and social innovation. Pollution in South Chile has become critical in the last few years, and we know only a transversal comprehension of the problem and collaborative action can create the change our -and future- generations need, to breathe again.

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Melton Fellows Shravani from India and Bakiye from Germany share: "Our podcast majorly surrounds the topic of a woman's life: expectation versus reality. We talk about certain expectations that are imposed upon a woman's life which are treated as roles or responsibilities that hinder their personal growth and career growth. We hope to take a call of action by promoting ways in which women are supported and respected without discrimination with respect to their choices."

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In our latest intercultural podcast, Melton Fellows Palak Agarwal from India, and Tang Yiying from China, talk about both the positive as well as negative impacts on the environment due to the COVID 19 pandemic in both China and India. 

They also discuss a few new and exciting ways people are tackling the pandemic while being environmentally conscious. 

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Our latest podcast is about mentorship and how it is important for young students today.

Melton Fellows Amari and Abigail from the Dillard and Ashesi campuses have an interactive dialogue about mentorship and how it has enriched their lives and professional development. They aim to move more kids pursuing higher education to evaluate or establish healthy professional relationships to ensure success in their careers.

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Melton Fellows Mariana Paetzolt and Lajeanne Shelton bring up a much-needed conversation about industrialization, city life, and why cities need to develop sustainability strategies. 

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What is at the crux of Mental Health Care? How do we prepare and mitigate risks associated with mental distress? What is emotional well-being? How can we destigmatize 'mental illness' and encourage those who need help to proactively seek it? How easy or difficult is it to help a loved one in distress? 

Who better to answer these questions than a premiere organization working on Mental Health care and awareness in the metropolitan city of Bangalore, India? Joining us on this episode of 'Global Citizenship in Practice' is the enigmatic Mr. Manoj Chandran, Founding member, and CEO of the White Swan Foundation, a Bangalore-based non-profit organization that offers knowledge-led solutions in the area of mental health.  They provide persons with mental illness, caregivers, and communities with well-researched information that helps make informed decisions on how to deal with mental health issues. Their mission, “To deliver knowledge services for mental health and wellbeing”, resonates with us deeply, and we are thrilled to be partnering with them in our small endeavors towards promoting UN - SDG 3, Good Health and WellBeing. 

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During the pandemic, poverty has increased across Chile and the world. Every day there is more unemployment and the situation does not look favorable for the future, there are no more incomes and life becomes complicated. How to deal with poverty and scarcity of resources? What actions can be done to contribute during this context? 

Join us on this episode of 'Global Citizenship in Practice' to delve into this topic with Héctor Mellado from the Innovapaís Foundation!  

Melton fellows Arun and Friederike from India and Germany, host our latest intercultural podcast, where they talk about the different news consumption styles and how news was presented globally during the Covid-19 pandemic. Listen on for some insights about CoronaVirus tracking apps and lastly, some good news from India and Germany! :)

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