Undaunted: Stories from the Frontlines
Setup
As our planet warms and we face an acrimonious fight over resources of all kinds, how do the global health movement's most impassioned advocates take care of themselves and others? In this dynamic evening of short, personal stories, hear doctors, farmers, scientists, educators, and activists from all over the world zero in on why precariousness is only properly met with communities that care for one another. These experts will share what they have learned living and working in some of the world’s hardest to reach communities, where developing trust is crucial to building healthy communities.
Speakers
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Courtney MartinSpeaker; Columnist, On Being; Co-Founder, Solutions Journalism Network... -
Edinah MasiyiwaExecutive Director, Women's Action Group -
Maulik SisodiaExecutive Director, Tarun Bharat Sangh -
Walter OchiengSurgeon and Public Health Economist, Center for Global Health, US Cent... -
Monalisa PadheeProgram Head, Women Wellness Initiative, Barefoot College -
Adaeze OrehSenior Medical Officer, Nigerian Health Ministry -
Fredros OkumuDirector of Science, Ifakara Health Institute -
Brenda MooreFounder and Executive Director, Kids Educational Engagement Project, L... -
Wendo AszedFounder and Executive Director, Dandelion Africa -
Michelle Dubon EstradaMedical Director, Wings Guatemala -
Tabitha SaoyoDeputy Executive Director, KELIN-Kenya; Human Rights Lawyer
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