In episode 75, Salima Stanley-Bhanji shares her fascinating journey growing up in Australia as part of one of the few multiracial families in the country during the late 70s. Her parents were both travelers who met in East Africa, and her father went on to open the first South Asian restaurant on the Gold Coast.
We also chat about her optimistic outlook on life and how she trusts that if you put in the work and stay open, life will take you where you need to go. As a host, she emphasizes the importance of creating space and giving people the opportunity to share their stories and experiences, which is the focus of her work with Humainologie. The organization aims to amplify the voices and stories of people from communities that experience systemic barriers, with a focus on those with intersectional identities.
This was a thought-provoking conversation with Salima as she shares her unique perspective on life and work, and the power of storytelling to bring about change.
Jeff Humphreys
https://www.jeffhumphreys.ca
Salima Stanley-Bhanji
http://www.humainologie.com
