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Justice. Compassion. Conversations.One Voice. Many Learners. Jayandra on Empowering Through TrainingIn Episode 5 of While on Earth, we sit down with Jayandra Seneviratna, Country Director for ADRA Sri Lanka—a leader whose passion for training, teaching methodology, and knowledge transfer goes beyond the boardroom.Jayandra shares how empowering people through learning is not just part of the strategy—but a personal mission rooted in transformation and long-term impact. From community workshops to organizational leadership, his heart beats for building capacity, equipping others, and ensuring that knowledge becomes action.🎓 What does it take to create lasting change? 📚 Why is mentorship and teaching critical in humanitarian work? 🌍 How can we ensure the...
2025-06-0220 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.A Humanitarian’s Mission to Make a Difference 🌍 with Santhosh PattarIn this episode of WOE (While on Earth), we sit down with Santhosh Pattar, the Acting Country Director for ADRA India. Santhosh is a passionate humanitarian, deeply committed to serving communities in need. For him, being a humanitarian is not just a job—it’s a calling, a purpose, and a way of life.Join us as he shares his inspiring journey, the challenges and rewards of humanitarian work, and why he is proud to stand for justice, compassion, and love. Whether you’re in the sector or just looking for motivation, this episode will leave you inspired to mak...
2025-05-2618 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.Can One Leader Transform a Region? Meet SaharaIn this exciting and heartfelt episode of WOE: While on Earth (Season 2, Episode 3), we sit down with Sahara Anae, International Programme Director at ADRA New Zealand, a passionate advocate for change and development in the Pacific.🌏💙 Born and raised in the Pacific, Sahara is deeply committed to empowering her people and finding innovative, community-driven solutions for sustainable development. She shares her unique perspective on doing things differently, ensuring that the programs she designs are truly impactful and usable for the communities she serves. Join us for a fun, insightful, and inspiring conversation as Sahara shares her journey...
2025-05-1929 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.A Journey of Passion, Community, and Impact | While on Earth PodcastIn this inspiring episode of While on Earth video podcasts, we sit down with Plinio Vergara, the Director of ADRA Central America. Plinio shares his beautiful journey of joining ADRA, his life experiences, and his unwavering passion for working with people and empowering communities.His story is a testament to the impact of dedication and compassion, offering an uplifting perspective that will inspire and encourage viewers. Don’t miss this heartwarming conversation!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2025-05-1217 minJustice. Compassion. Conversations.Igniting Change Through Stories: Mark Webster Talks Strategy & ConnectionJoin us in the first episode of "While on Earth" Season 2, where we sit down with Mark Webster, Chief Strategy Officer at ADRA International. In this enlightening episode, Mark delves into his profound passion for storytelling and its pivotal role in ADRA's mission.Explore how ADRA uses powerful stories to foster global connections and drive community engagement. Learn from Mark why storytelling is not just an art, but a strategic tool that brings people together and amplifies the impact of humanitarian efforts.🔗 Subscribe to keep up with transformative stories: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJo2EQ6_2Le7L-q...
2025-05-0521 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.“Leaving a Legacy: Lina’s Inspiring Journey with ADRA Timor Leste”In today’s episode, we sit with Marsaulina (Lina) Pasaribu, the Programs Director for ADRA Timor Leste. Lina discusses her passion for working with communities and her impactful journey at ADRA.She shares insights on the challenges and triumphs of her role, offering a heartfelt perspective on making a difference in Timor Leste. As Lina has decided to leave the ADRA team, we wish her all the best in her future endeavors. We thank Lina for her dedicated service to the people of Timor Leste through ADRA.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...
2025-04-2515 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.Insights on Disaster Risk Reduction & Emergency ManagementToday, we sit with Prakash Thakur, Program Coordinator of Humanitarian Aid & DRR of ADRA Deutschland, who has been a natural leader in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Emergency Management. Prakash shares his views and experiences in DRR. We hope you will enjoy today’s episode.#DisasterRiskReduction #EmergencyManagement #DRR #Leadership #PrakashThakur #Resilience #CrisisManagement #DisasterPreparedness #Humanitarian #emergencyresponseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2025-04-2420 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.The Power of Service: Driving ADRA’s Mission ForwardToday we talk to Rajan Jesurathnam Pydimalla, about his personal passion for community service and how it impacts the way he contributes towards ADRA’s mission.#ServiceInAction #ADRAImpact #HumanitarianWork #MakingADifference #communityserviceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2025-04-2311 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.“Exploring the World with Purpose: Aki’s Journey in ADRA’s Mission | ADRA Japan"Today we sit with Aki Sugimoto, the Programs Director for ADRA Japan. Aki has a passion for travel and has been to many parts of the world. Obviously this influences how she approaches ADRA’s work and she shares a little bit of it with us.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2025-04-2213 minJustice. Compassion. Conversations.Empowering the Stateless: Elvis’ Mission with ADRA ThailandIn this episode, we sit with Elvis Walemba the Programs Director for ADRA Thailand who is passionate about service. Elvis is connected with regional and international forums related to “statelessness” and is putting his knowledge into practice in the work that he does.We hope you are inspired by this episode. #interview #podcast #youthopportunities #youthengagement #networking #communityengagement #community #empowering #stateless #adraasia #adraBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2025-04-2112 min
MAP IT FORWARD Middle EastEP 690 - Adapting Your Coffee Brand In A New Culture - Nawar Adra - The Daily Coffee Pro Middle East PodcastLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast this series is Nawar Adra from Stitch Coffee, based in Sydney, Australia. After almost 10 years, Stitch Coffee is expanding into Asia, specifically China and Japan.In this series, Nawar and Lee (having both taken their brands overseas) discuss what's involved in taking your coffee brand ac...
2024-11-2226 min
MAP IT FORWARD Middle EastEP 689 - Navigating A Cross Boarder Coffee Business - Nawar Adra - The Daily Coffee Pro Middle East PodcastLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 4th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast this series is Nawar Adra from Stitch Coffee, based in Sydney, Australia. After almost 10 years, Stitch Coffee is expanding into Asia, specifically China and Japan.In this series, Nawar and Lee (having both taken their brands overseas) discuss what's involved in taking your coffee brand ac...
2024-11-2121 min
MAP IT FORWARD Middle EastEP 688 - The Hidden Costs Involved Expanding Your Coffee Brand In China - Nawar Adra - The Daily Coffee Pro Middle East PodcastLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 3rd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast this series is Nawar Adra from Stitch Coffee, based in Sydney, Australia. After almost 10 years, Stitch Coffee is expanding into Asia, specifically China and Japan.In this series, Nawar and Lee (having both taken their brands overseas) discuss what's involved in taking your coffee brand ac...
2024-11-2022 min
MAP IT FORWARD Middle EastEP 687 - Due Diligence Opening your Coffee Brand In A New Country - Nawar Adra - The Daily Coffee Pro Middle East PodcastLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 2nd episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast this series is Nawar Adra from Stitch Coffee, based in Sydney, Australia. After almost 10 years, Stitch Coffee is expanding into Asia, specifically China and Japan.In this series, Nawar and Lee (having both taken their brands overseas) discuss what's involved in taking your coffee brand ac...
2024-11-1932 min
MAP IT FORWARD Middle EastEP 686 - Expanding Your Coffee Branding Into New Countries - Nawar Adra - The Daily Coffee Pro Middle East PodcastLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the first episode of a new five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar. Our guest on the podcast this series is Nawar Adra from Stitch Coffee, based in Sydney, Australia. After almost 10 years, Stitch Coffee is expanding into Asia, specifically China and Japan. In this series, Nawar and Lee (having both taken their brands overseas) discuss what's involved in taking your coffee b...
2024-11-1826 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.Engage & Empower: Youth in Development Programs with Zivayi NengomashaToday we sit with Zivayi Nengomasha, Chief Collective Impact Officer, ADRA International and discuss how you can be involved in development programs. Some of the resources referred to in the discussion are still in draft strange, and we will be happy to share them with you once they are finalized. We hope this episode will encourage you to work more with youth and involve them in your work!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2024-06-1914 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.Exploring Indigenous Knowledge in Community Development with Howa Avan-NomayoIn this episode of While on Earth, we sit with Howa Avan-Nomayo, the Programs Director of ADRA UK. Howa is passionate about working with indigenous knowledge within the community development context and shares interesting modal practices in Nigeria.You can access more information about Howa is sharing through the link below. https://hbr.org/2021/05/a-nigerian-model-for-stakeholder-capitalismThank you for tuning in, and we hope you will remain engaged with us!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2024-06-0414 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.Philippines: Transforming Lives with Community Development | Levy Gutierrez from ADRA PhilippinesIn today’s episode, we sit with Mrs. Levy Gutierrez the Program Manager of ADRA Philippines who is passionate about Community Development. Levy is a professional and energetic leader and we have seen her commitment and passion to do her best for the people she serves. Community Development is a complex and challenging task but one that is also fulfilling and meaningful. Please stay with us as we explore more in the future.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/justice-compassion-conversations--6168923/support.
2024-06-0313 min
Justice. Compassion. Conversations.Exciting ADRA Asia Updates with Special Guest Frank Reimann! | While of Earth“While on Earth” (WOE), the video podcast of ADRA Asia, focuses on highlighting the talents, skills, personal passions, and technical details through the stories of individuals from various walks of life. The show will share knowledge and bring the ADRA network closer together. The intention of the title “While on Earth” is to focus our attention on our responsibilities towards each other while we live a life of Justice, Compassion, and Love. We invite you to join us in this journey of learning and to support us with your feedback as the show...
2024-05-0620 min
Living the Dream with CurveballLiving the dream with the technical advisor for education for the Adventist Development and Relief Agency Sabrina HarmonSend us Fan MailSabrina Harmon is the technical advisor for education for the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA). For the last 20 years, she has served as a teacher, scholar, and education specialist. Since 2013, Ms. Harmon coordinated and managed education programs for ADRA in Africa, Asia, and South America. It was during her service for the international agency where she envisions bringing opportunities that only education can give to God's children around the world.www.adra.orgThe Fresh Patch Podcast - Where Good Pets Get It. Welcome to the Fresh Patch Podcast where we talk...
2023-05-1933 min
The InPursuit Podcast: A Spherical Look at Today's WorkplaceEp. 32 InPursuit of Self with Ruben CovarrubiasRuben currently serves as the Capacity Development Advisor for ADRA International. Where his focus is on the growth and the leadership development of ADRA’s global staff. As a certified Emotional Intelligence coach, (EQi) through coaching and trainings, his focus has been on developing a framework for everyone to embrace the importance of emotional intelligence and its foundation to become a great leader. Ruben has trained staff in different parts of the US as well as in Asia and Europe. His hope is that emotional intelligence becomes the common thread that connects all leaders.
Contact him:
Linked in: https://www.li...
2023-01-2623 min
Mission UnpluggedEpisode 24 - Kate Nyhan - ADRAKate holds a Bachelor of Arts, with a Major in Global Sustainable Development and International Relations, and a Masters of International Development Practice. She currently works at ADRA as an International Programs Assistant working with managers and International Programs director working on projects in Africa, South East Asia, and the Pacific focusing on livelihoods, health, education, and disaster risk reduction.
In this episode of Mission Unplugged, Emily chats with Kate about the journey it took to get to the work she's doing now, currents and changes in the world of international development, and the work of ADRA.
2022-09-2141 min
Useful OutsidersUkraine: mobilising humanitarian support in conflict zonesThis month we have a really interesting discussion about some of the challenges around humanitarian response and support to war-affected communities, with a focus on the current conflict in Ukraine.CID's Humanitarian and Standards Manager, Aaron Davy, speaks with Virginia Pycroft from ADRA, and Mike Seawright from ReliefAid.Among other things, they talk about working with local teams and volunteers whose lives are directly impacted, the safety and wellbeing of aid staff, interaction with the military and maintaining impartiality, and funding and fundraising mechanisms.Speakers:Virginia Pycroft is a New Zealander who h...
2022-06-2843 min