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Environmentally SpeakingInfrastructure & Disaster Readiness & RecoveryWith the memory of Hurricane Beryl fresh in our minds and as we are heading into another hurricane season, we can't forget Disaster Readiness & Recovery on the campaign trail. We have to talk about the support and infrastructure we need to create resilience towards these natural hazards that could prevent disaster.This episode we are joined by Kristinia Doughorty, Disaster Risk Reduction & Climate Change Adaptation specialist and Dainalyn Swaby Development Communication Specialist & creator of the Global Yaadie Podcast. We talk about what community resilience looks like, in the face of these disasters.Want to participate? ...
2025-05-121h 11
Global YaadieReducing Risk: Natural Disaster Planning in the CaribbeanManaging environmental risks requires proactive strategies and a commitment to both individual and collective action.
As part of a World Environment Week reflection and the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, host Dainalyn Swaby discusses environmental risk management with Eleanor Jones, CEO of Environmental Solutions Ltd (ESL). They explore the importance of understanding natural systems and reducing vulnerability to extreme events especially in the Caribbean. Eleanor discusses the difference between preparedness, relief, and recovery, and the need for pre-disaster planning. They highlight the importance of community involvement, communication, and inclusivity in disaster planning.
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2024-06-1449 min
The Climate Conscious PodcastExploring Climate, Culture & Connections | Dainalyn SwabyWe welcome back Dainalyn Swaby, a seasoned Development Communication Specialist and host of the Global Yaadie podcast. With over a decade of experience in climate change, agriculture, and youth engagement, Dainalyn has led numerous impactful projects both locally and internationally.Our discussion highlights:The Global Yaadie Podcast Journey: Dainalyn shares her experiences founding and hosting the podcast, focusing on its mission to connect climate, culture, and community.Balancing Multiple Roles: Insights on how she juggles her responsibilities as a mentor, speaker, podcaster, and writer while staying motivated in climate advocacy.The intersection...
2024-05-241h 19
The Climate Conscious PodcastThe Truth Be Told Campaign Closing EventThis episode features a fireside chat to conclude the impactful advocacy campaign, "Truth Be Told: A Caribbean Call to Action on Climate & Gender Justice" hosted on 29 January 2024The Truth Be Told campaign concludes just as it started, with a fireside chat featuring a dynamic group of Caribbean women. The Campaign created a space that amplifies the voices of women, youth and indigenous people and gives visibility to people doing the work to build a sustainable, resilient and just Caribbean. Panellists: Sapphire Alexander - Moderator, Founder of The Caribbean FeministDainalyn Swaby - Fou...
2024-02-071h 21
Environmentally SpeakingThe Void: Why is no one talking about Deep-sea Mining?In this week's episode, we dove deep into the barriers to environmental journalism. With our guest from the GlobalYaadie Podcast, Dainalyn Swaby, we explored obstacles to covering climate change and environmental issues in mainstream media, dissecting the industry that we rely on for our news and information, in the hopes of holding them to a higher standard of accountability. This is particularly critical within the context of Deep Sea Mining- an issue that many, still, are unaware of. One that has come into the spotlight after what feels like a long period of operation in the shadows. W...
2022-09-0158 min
The Next PageKris Monteith on activating youth voice #KnowledgeRising
Today, we continue with our series Knowledge Rising dedicated to listening to young changemakers. In episode 44, we are joined by Kristeena Monteith.
Kris is the creative producer at Talk Up Yout, a suite of multi-media platforms, and executive producer of Talk Up Radio that gives Jamaican Youth a voice and focuses on tackling issues affecting young people. It’s also led, produced and driven by young people and after almost a decade of existence the platform is firmly identified with youth upliftment and empowerment. Not surprisingly, with her dynamism and as a leading activist, Kris was...
2021-02-0528 min
Environmentally SpeakingS1.1 A Post-Covid World” - How has the world changed with the COVID-19 pandemic?The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in major and for some countries, unprecedented changes. Our collective will as a society as well as various infrastructures has been put to the test. We have had many businesses having to close their doors because of significant decreases in revenue. This has also resulted in job losses with varying levels of impact on those affected. These are just a few of the impacts we are experiencing due to the positive feedback loop created by our response to the pandemic.Listen to climate change advocates Eleanor Terrelonge and Emme Kristi chat...
2020-06-061h 44