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IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 08: Leaders Discuss Our FutureIt’s time for our first episode of the new year! Today, we have two great guests: Juliette and Anouk from Act4Health, the climate change and health advocacy group of IFMSA-NL! They will tell us how it was to go to COP27 in Egypt in November of 2022 and all of the vital issues on the table at the event. We’ll talk about critical issues like the loss and damage fund, what the global temperature will look like in the next years according to COP27 predictions and policies, but also what we as students can do to help and...
2023-03-2440 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Discussing the Iran ProtestsWelcome back to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights!
In this episode, we dive into the basics of the ongoing protests in Iran. Listen as we talk about how they started, why they're happening, what the situation on the ground is. Below are some resources to further educate yourself, as well as actions that can be taken to support the protestors in Iran.
How to help:
Stay up to date: Center for Human Rights in Iran
Donate to the CHRI : Link
Sign a petition: Speak up against killing Iranian Women #MahsaAmini (change.org)
Sour...
2022-12-2017 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights! Talking with: Dr. Marco VersluisWelcome back to another episode of Let’s Talk Human Rights brought to you by the Standing Committee of Human Rights and Peace from IFMSA Groningen.
In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Marco Versluis. Dr. Versluis is a gynecologist and obstetrician who teaches about Reproductive Health, from contraception and female health, through to pregnancy and birth. Since 2012, he has worked as a trainer in a Surgical Training Programme in Masanga, Sierra Leone.
In this episode we dove into topics surrounding safe motherhood, looking at the state of things internationally as well as within the Netherlands. We l...
2022-11-1432 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 07: Back to Being SusBeSus is back! After what we hope has been a great summer for y'all, we are back with our first episode of the year 22-23. 🌞📚 Catch up with us as we talk about the latest sustainability updates, including what the owner of Pentagonia🍁 did and how to get through the current energy crisis. Also, get to know our new host! Be there or BeSus👀
2022-10-1438 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 06: Have a Green Summer!Our lovely hosts Marti and Toni are joined by an expert on tourism and sustainability. Since it's the season, together we discuss the hurdles of trying to be sustainable on our vacations and how to overcome these hurdles and continue our green habits into summer. Enjoy listening and have a happy summer!
2022-08-0747 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Safe MotherhoodWelcome to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights! This month's episode is devoted to safe motherhood!
We unraveled the concept of safe motherhood and how the lack of practice affects the human rights of the mother and the baby. Moreover, we touched upon the impact of societal factors which influence the practice of safe motherhood and family planning such as racial disparities and the decisions on the abortion ban.
We hope you enjoy!
2022-05-0627 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 05: Zero Waste or Waste of TimeWelcome back to your favourite sustainability podcast BeSus! In this episode, our lovely hosts Marti and Toni are joined by the wonderful Francesca Cofini to talk about how to live your life producing as little waste as possible. Francesca herself is a glowing example on how to live this 'zero waste lifestyle'. In the episode you will hear exactly how much waste she throws away each month, along with why producing less waste is so important and tips on how to reduce your own waste output. Enjoy listening! Follow Francesca on her Instagram: @this.is.how__
2022-04-1839 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Women's Month!Welcome to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights! This month's episode is devoted to all the beautiful women out there!
We collected stories from women and touched upon the topics of; sexual harassment, violations regarding transgender women's rights and the impact of stereotypical societal views on girls. Moreover we discuss female empowerment and how to become an advocate for women's rights and bring change!
We hope you enjoy :))
2022-04-0130 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: A look back on 2021Welcome to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights! In this month’s episode we present the most impactful news of 2021 which shook the world!
We discuss the Afghanistan crisis; the war in Afghanistan which started in 2021 and ends in 2021 as the last U.S. military forces depart Afghanistan, leaving it under Taliban rule. Furthermore we talk about the 2021 fall of Kabul; the capture of Afghanistan's capital city by the Taliban on 15 August 2021. We discuss various aspects of international law that lead up to this. Listen to find out what the agreement between the US and the Taliba...
2022-02-2640 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 04: Nutrition Healing People and Planet (with Dr. Klaper)It's almost Christmas and we've got a surprise for you: a special episode with plant-based doctor Dr. Klaper! Toni, Marti and Dr. Klaper will tell you all about how plant-based diets can heal your body, the impact of culture on veganism, how medical programmes are falling behind in teaching about diet and where YOU can find the best resources to learn about nutrition and health. Check it out now and you'll leave this episode with new things learned. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Love, the BeSus team
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2021-12-1757 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 03: Green Christmas EssentialsChristmas Holidays are coming up and we want you to be prepared to celebrate it in a fun, warm and most of all green way! Toni and Marti will give you all the essentials to have a sustainable Christmas celebration, including their favourite vegan meals and some creative ideas to wrap your presents that you can use to leave your close ones impressed. Hold an eye out for our Christmas present to you guys and enjoy the episode!
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2021-12-0329 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 02: Make-Up and Women's ProductsOur lovely hosts Toni and Marti will talk about sustainability in make-up, skin care, sunscreens, women's sanitary products and much more in this episode. Keep an eye out for their recommendations and be prepared to be astounded by Toni's fun facts! Enjoy listening!
Credits and our thanks to Claudia Libbi for the podcast logo.
2021-11-2425 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 01: Sustainability in Our Own CountriesIn this episode, Toni and Marti will discuss the state of sustainability in their respective countries, Austria and Italy, and compare it to their current location, the Netherlands. Several topics will be covered, including public transportation, recycling, how they got into sustainability and some of their personal experiences. Enjoy!
Credits and our thanks to Claudia Libbi for the podcast logo.
2021-11-2421 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastBeSus 00: Join Our Sustainability JourneyIn this episode, Toni and Martina introduce you to themselves, as well as our brand-new podcast BeSus! From here on out you will be able to hear our two wonderful hosts talk about any topic related to sustainability. Stay tuned for more!
Credits and our thanks to Claudia Libbi for the podcast logo.
2021-11-2404 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Graeme Reid! (Part 2)Welcome to another episode of Let’s Talk Human Rights! This is part 2 of this months episode, we’re bringing in Graeme Reid, the director of the LGBT+ rights program of Human Rights Watch. He is an anthropologist and a lecturer of LGBT+ studies in Yale. Join us while we discuss various topics on LGBT+ rights, including the human rights struggles, COVID and LGBT+ struggles, and the situation in Poland regarding the LGBT+ community. We also discuss how the LGBT+ rights improved over the past decades.
Thanks for joining us, we hope you find it in...
2021-06-2020 minIFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Graeme Reid! (Part 1)Welcome to another episode of Let’s Talk Human Rights! For this month episode, we’re bringing in Graeme Reid, the director of the LGBT+ rights program of Human Rights Watch. He is an anthropologist and a lecturer of LGBT+ studies in Yale. Join us while we discuss various topics on LGBT+ rights, including the human rights struggles, COVID and LGBT+ struggles, and the situation in Poland regarding the LGBT+ community. We also discuss how the LGBT+ rights improved over the past decades.
Thanks for joining us, we hope you find this episode informative!
2021-06-2026 minIFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Female Genital MutilationWelcome to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights! For this episode we had the pleasure of talking with Marthine Bos. Marthine is a medical anthropologist / social nurse who specializes in training professionals wishing to speak about taboos within other cultures, especially topics surrounding sexuality and female circumcision.
In this episode, we discussed Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). According to the World Health Organization, FGM is still practiced in over 30 countries around the world, with an estimated 200 million girls and women having been subjected to this practice.
We touched on Marthine's experiences working in various African...
2021-05-1433 minIFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Climate Change & The Right to Health (Part 2)Welcome to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights! For this months episode we had the pleasure of talking to Marlies Hesselman. Marlies is a lecturer of international law at the University of Groningen, and also working on her Ph.D on the topic of “Universal access to Modern Energy Services in International Human Rights Law”. Her expertise resides in areas such as international & European human rights law, socioeconomic human rights law, and energy poverty. We discussed a wide variety of topics, from the legal groundwork that protects the right to health to the outlook of the climate crisis.
2021-04-0923 minIFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Climate Change & The Right to HealthWelcome to another episode of Let's Talk Human Rights! For this months episode we had the pleasure of talking to Marlies Hesselman. Marlies is a lecturer of international law at the University of Groningen, and also working on her Ph.D on the topic of “Universal access to Modern Energy Services in International Human Rights Law”. Her expertise resides in areas such as international & European human rights law, socioeconomic human rights law, and energy poverty. We discussed a wide variety of topics, from the legal groundwork that protects the right to health to the outlook of the climate crisis.
2021-04-0926 minIFMSA Groningen PodcastLet's Talk Human Rights: Human Rights 101Welcome to the first episode of Let’s Talk Human Rights. In this episode, the four of us sit down to introduce human rights as a topic, by discussing some aspects of human rights history, of the United Nations, and international human rights documents which are of importance. We round off the episode talking about surveillance mechanisms of Human Rights today, and how countries are held accountable for their actions. Hope you enjoy!
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2021-03-0930 min
IFMSA Groningen PodcastWelcome to Let's Talk Human Rights!Hello! Welcome to the introduction to Let's Talk Human Rights! where we'll discuss some aspects of this podcast, like who we are and what we want to do with this podcast. Thanks for joining us!
2021-03-0403 min
Peer Med PodcastIn Dialogue with Nikolai J Nunes on the Global Health Workforce – Primary Healthcare & Universal Health CoverageSeason 1: Virtues of Medicine. Peer Med by Leah Sarah Peer welcomes Nikolai J Nunes to speak about the Global Health Workforce - Primary Healthcare & Universal Healthcare. He contrasts the differences and highlights the various systems countries have taken to deal with the pandemic. Nikolai J. Nunes is a final-year medical student at the University of The West Indies Mona Campus, where he serves as senior student leader for Health Professions Education, Social Accountability, and Health Workforce. During medical school he has completed a Certificate in Global Health from the University of Groningen as well as a Certificate in Essential Skills...
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