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Lived Quality PodcastLQC 21: Mayase Jere on Lessons of Yesterday for Lives of OthernessIn this episode, Mayase shares her journey of writing and publishing her book - Mu Chalo, reflecting on the importance of cultural heritage and the migrant experience. She discusses the challenges of connecting to her roots while living in Australia and emphasizes the significance of community and cultural transmission for future generations. The dialogue explores the wisdom embedded in proverbs and the responsibility of passing down cultural values to children. Mayase also expresses her aspirations for future writing projects that celebrate African proverbs and their relevance today.
About Mayase;
Mayase Jere, originally from Zambia, moved...
2024-10-291h 04
Undefeated - The Podcast#14 Tram to Despair - Mayase JereMayase was born in Zambia and moved to Australia in 2004. She is an agile project manager passionate about increasing women in tech leadership roles.Follow Mayase on LinkedInFind her book Mu Chalo on Amazon.This episode may contain discussion of depression or mental health which may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact any of the organisations below:https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ https://www.1800respect.org.au/violence-and-abuse/domestic-and-family-violencehttps://www.lifeline.org.au/ Join the PMW community on LinkedIn, Instagram or...
2023-09-1929 min
The Art of OthernessAgnes Nsofwa the Global Health AdvocateJune 19 is world sickle cell day and in this month’s episode, we are shining the light on sickle cell disease with Agnes Nsofwa the Founder and Executive Director of Australian Sickle Cell Advocacy (ASCA) and Amplify Sickle Cell Voices International.
Our conversation is on the challenges of advocacy, knocking on doors of manufacturers to have Hydroxyurea doses reduced for sickle cell patients, newborn screening and the power of connection.
“You have no control over who opens doors. We have knocked on many policymakers and organisations doors and people did not respond. But when I beli...
2021-06-1733 min
The Art of OthernessDivya Mohan the Children's AuthorDivya Mohan is an author of children’s books. Her upcoming book is “The Angry Alligator and the big Atishoo!”
She has 5 children's books under her belt. We talked about anger management for kids, her 5am self care routine, self appreciation, resilience and ignoring the haters on social media.
Quote: "Plant your thoughts on paper all the time and keep nurturing them. Do not forget to pull out the weeds of doubt" - Divya Mohan
Connect with Divya:
Website: www.authordivya.com
Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDivyaMohan
Instagr...
2021-04-1823 min
The Art of OthernessOlivia Omotosho the 10-year old author of 21 Girls Who Made the World a Better PlaceOlivia Omotosho is the 10-year old author of 21 Girls Who Made the World a Better Place. The book features the likes of Thandiwe Chama, Ruby Bridges and Bana Alabed whose advocacy in education, civil rights and refugees are changing other young peoples' future.
We discussed how young people can achieve anything, her passion for writing and the support from her parents that keeps her motivated.
21 Girls Who Made the World a Better Place is available on Amazon and if you are in Australia and New Zealand, you can order using this secure link http://bit...
2021-03-1818 min
She Inspires MeMayase Jere: A human-centred Technologist making education accessible to every child and increasing the leadership of women in STEMCaroline chats with Mayase Jere as they explore agile software development, the challenges of diversity in leadership, the pay gap, story telling and so much more!Show Notes:Mayase Jere -https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayasejere/The Art of Otherness -https://www.artofotherness.com/https://www.instagram.com/art_of_otherness/Mayase's favourite pieces are:https://anchor.fm/art-of-otherness/episodes/Div-Pillay---MindTribes-CEO--Co-Founder-e3gc19/a-abunhbhttps://anchor.fm/art-of-otherness/episodes/The-Hare-and-The-Hyena-e3srpc/a-ae5mg3Incubate Hackathon -https://incubatefoundation.org.au/incubate-hackathonKimberly Bryant - Black Girls Codehttps://www.blackgirlscode.com/about-bgc.htmlAdam Ruins Everything...
2021-03-0253 min
The Art of OthernessMayase the human centred storytelling technologistConversations on fearless authenticity is back. This episode get to know your host Mayase the human centred storytelling technologist why she is digging into studies, how she is doing self care, growing as a leader in Tech and most importantly how she is navigating her way to her true self.
Episode Proverb
Bemba: Inshiku tashi chela mumo
English: Days do not awake the same
2021-02-0608 min
The Art of OthernessGama and the magical elephantGama and the magical elephant is adapted from a Sri Lankan tale "The farmer went to heaven"
Lesson
Letting go of something wholesome is a simple as making a gesture.
2020-07-2806 min
The Art of OthernessPopo & PakaPopo and Paka is adapted from a Kenyan tale about the hare and the lion.
Lesson:
Be weary of honeypots they may end up being more costly than sweet
2020-06-1009 min
The Art of OthernessTwaambo Kapilikisha - Coach and AuthorThis conversation with Twaambo Kapilikisha host of Tea time with Twaambo podcast is about individualism in motherhood, postnatal depression, and how we can support the mothers around us.
Loves: Seeing young people exploring their creative side
Pet peeve: ironing
Quote: “Not everything you hear works for your child"
2019-12-2431 min
The Art of OthernessRenee Aharon - Writer & DirectorRenee Aharon is a Writer and Director focused on helping businesses discover their authentic voice with the magic of words. She combines creative, technical and strategic perspectives to create genuine, exciting connections.
My conversation with amazing human Renee Aharon touched on Jewish culture, storytelling, developing lasting connections and how to make your business memorable
Loves: Connecting with people
Pet Peeve: That she thinks that she does not have enough time
Quote: "It's ok not to know everything. Go with the flow of things when plans don’t go the way you th...
2019-11-2844 min
The Art of OthernessJack Sussmilch - Technology leader & Neuro Diversity AdvocateJack Sussmilch is a neurodiversity advocate, technology leader, and inventor. He specialises in building software development teams by bringing neurodivergent thinking into organisations.
Our conversation is on Neurodiversity, Autism, and Creativity as a service
Loves: Using innovation and technology to enhance human life
Quote: "If you want to innovate you can’t have people who think the same way"
Go to the links below for more information on autism and S23M
S23M Website
S23Ms Autistic Collaboration website
S23M Creativity As a Se...
2019-10-2847 min
The Art of OthernessThe Giraffe's Goats and SheepCome with me to a land where animals speak and adventure never ceases.
Country of Origin: Botswana
Lesson: Just because someone is doing something doesn’t mean you too must do it. Find your own path.
"Where attention goes, energy flows" - Marie Forloe
Sound Editor - Jimmie Linville
2019-10-0904 min
The Art of OthernessCynthia Wright - Social EntrepreneurCynthia is a Social Care Corporate Manager, working for a Western Australian Owned Aged Care provider Aegis. She is currently the 2019 Australia Day Ambassador and Founder of the social enterprise Regions International.
Our conversation is on how social entrepreneur should shift from a mother Theresa to a Bill Gates global business approach
Loves: Improving the quality of peoples lives
Pet Peeve: Not using your diversity as a strength
Quote - "Be authentic, never stop learning"
2019-08-2935 min
The Art of OthernessDavid Smile - Afro Latin Dance instructorDavid Smile is a Afro Latin Dance instructor. He founded Cuban Salsa/Reggaeton in Melbourne and Geelong Salsa Reggaeton
Our conversation is on following your own path despite the pressure of family and society
Loves: Dance, bringing happiness and putting smiles on peoples faces
Legacy: Bringing people together through dance.
“Dance has so much love that you cannot describe and I want to keep spreading it everywhere I can”
Pet peeve : The hypocrisy of people, you can lie to everyone, but you can’t lie to yourself
2019-08-0631 min
The Art of OthernessAnanse the Spider & the ElephantCome with me to a land where animals speak and adventure never ceases.
Country of Origin: Ghana
Lesson: Recognise what you have and don't risk it for selfish pursuits
"To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you stand for, where you want to go and why you want to get there" - Kofi Annan
Sound Editor - Jimmie Linville
2019-07-0205 min
The Art of OthernessThe Hare and The HyenaThis segment is bringing forth stories from generations before us, with wisdom that is relevant to us today.
Come with me to a land where animals speak and adventure never ceases.
Original tale name: Kalulu na Chimbwi
Country of Origin: Zambia
Lessons
Don't be greedy
Take only what you need
"To be happier we need to move from a place of more please to just enough" - Paul Nolan
Sound Editor - Jimmie Linville
2019-04-3006 min
The Art of OthernessDiv Pillay - MindTribes CEO & Co-FounderDiv Pillay is a champion of diversity and inclusion. She is the CEO and Co-Founder of MindTribes and Culturally Diverse Women.
Our conversation is on seeing multiple diversities in a person and creating lasting social change in the corporate world.
Pet Peeve - People who ask questions but don’t listen to the response
Legacy - Creating a lasting social impact change
Message to professional - "Think about what you have to give and build it into your now. Do not to lose who you are. Australia is a challe...
2019-03-1954 min
The Art of OthernessDr Kate's Ferguson tea room conversationsDr Kate Ferguson is a medical professional in the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne.
We chatted about bringing up difficult conversations in the tea room and how the health sector is benefiting from a diverse workforce
Loves - Family, Scuba diving, Medicine, Working in a supportive work environment
Legacy - Being there for people and being able to identify someone who is struggling
Pet peeve - People speaking of what they are ignorant of. Talking about potential harmful things
Sound Editor - Jimmie Linville
2019-02-2046 min
The Art of OthernessKelvin Mureithi - Makao Group FounderKelvin Mureithi is the founder of Makao Group a Melbourne based construction company that builds sustainable custom homes.
This is our conversation on impact beyond the here and now.
Legacy - Leaving the world a better place by building sustainable homes
Website: http://www.makao.com.au/
Insta/FB: @makaogroup
2019-01-2132 min
The Art of OthernessLorraine Ngwenya - Useful Link FounderLorraine Ngwenya is the Founder of Useful Link an organisation that equips students with the skills they need to start heading towards employment
Legacy - Lover of people "I want people to feel that I see them.”
Message to young people - "Don't wait for someone to give you opportunities create them yourself, seek them out yourself”
Pet peeves - Lateness
Loves - Exercise
Working on - Being patient with herself and others
Contact Lorraine by:
Website: www.lorrainengwenya.com
Useful Link Facebook Page: https...
2018-10-3047 min