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The DO MORE Podcast ZAArtificial Intelligence (AI) for ImpactIn this episode of the Do More Podcast, we hit the road again in our Travelling Mic Series to explore how technology is shaping social impact. Jessica Ronaasen sits down with Ferdinand Steenkamp, co-founder of Tregter, to talk about the power of data, the journey to meaningful AI adoption, and how even rural communities are gaining access to advanced tech—thanks to creative solutions like WhatsApp-integrated chatbots.Together, they unpack Tregter’s collaboration with the Do More Foundation, the challenges of digital transformation in underserved areas, and the importance of asking the right questions when collecting data. ...2025-04-3022 min
The DO MORE Podcast ZANutrition and Early LearningIn this episode, Jessica Ronaasen welcomes Anna-Marie Müller, a passionate advocate for child nutrition and the current head of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning at GrowGreat — South Africa's national zero stunting campaign. Together, they unpack the often complex world of childhood nutrition, blending science, policy, and on-the-ground experience.Anna-Marie shares her journey from a master’s thesis on stunting to becoming a key figure in a national movement. They explore how leadership, political will, and a systems approach have shifted the conversation on malnutrition in South Africa. If you're curious about how big change starts with small conve...2025-04-1248 min
Relate your Research - a social work podcastS1/Ep.17 "Season 1 close out reflection from Dr Jessica Ronaasen"This episode is a personal reflection on the first Season of Relate Your Research. IT has been such a privilege to preserve research in a fun and conversational way.
In 2022 I had a baby - and completed my Phd! What a journey! This episode features some tips and practical tools that helped me manage and complete the year with two of my life greatest achievements.
Some useful tools and referrals:
Richard Baker - Podcast Production and Mixing
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-baker-325409111/
Lisa Gouws - Proof Reading, Editing & Reference Support
lglinguistique@gmail.com
Gloria Cooper - Transcription Services
https...2022-01-1114 minRelate your Research - A social work podcastS1/Ep.17 "Season 1 close out reflection from Dr Jessica Ronaasen"This episode is a personal reflection on the first Season of Relate Your Research. IT has been such a privilege to preserve research in a fun and conversational way.
In 2022 I had a baby - and completed my Phd! What a journey! This episode features some tips and practical tools that helped me manage and complete the year with two of my life greatest achievements.
Some useful tools and referrals:
Richard Baker - Podcast Production and Mixing
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-baker-325409111/
Lisa Gouws - Proof Reading, Editing & Reference Support
lglinguistique@gmail.com
Gloria Cooper - Transcription Services
https...2022-01-1114 minRelate your Research - a social work podcastS1/Ep.17 "Season 1 close out reflection from Dr Jessica Ronaasen"This episode is a personal reflection on the first Season of Relate Your Research. IT has been such a privilege to preserve research in a fun and conversational way.
In 2022 I had a baby - and completed my Phd! What a journey! This episode features some tips and practical tools that helped me manage and complete the year with two of my life greatest achievements.
Some useful tools and referrals:
Richard Baker - Podcast Production and Mixing
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-baker-325409111/
Lisa Gouws - Proof Reading, Editing & Reference Support
...2022-01-1114 min
Young Professional: Africa EditionResearch Careers: A Social Worker's perspectiveIn today's episode, we chat with Jessica Ronaasen, Founder and host of the podcast, Relate Your Research, an online platform for social workers and researchers to share their unique experiences.Jessica is an internationally published researcher and Social Worker with experience and expertise in NGO management, Early Childhood Development, and social work services.Jessica has a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and a Masters in Social Work from Stellenbosch University completed as a Mandela Rhodes Scholar. She is currently completing her Ph.DSupport the show2020-10-1943 min
The Maurer Power Hour#20 - Jessica Ronaasen - Social Work (Early Childhood Development)In this episode, I am joined by Jessica is currently pursuing her PhD at Stellenbosch University. She has extensive experience in the social work field and is the host of the podcast "Relate Your Research" which is a platform to hear about the work and findings of social workers, psychologists, educators, health practitioners alike who are curious about the world around them. Below are some links to better get connected with Jesicca.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-ronaasen/
Masters Research in Parent Education: http://scholar.sun.ac.za/handle/10019.1/95853
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