Narratives of Purpose
The Narratives of Purpose podcast showcases ordinary people making extraordinary social impact by empowering youth and underserved communities, contributing to healthcare initiatives or developing sustainable business. Our guests share their unique stories and contributions to make a difference in society, through fascinating conversations. They reveal their successes, lessons learned but also their perspectives on the future
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On Learning with Leaders – A Conversation with Gunjan Aggarwal
Join me for the first episode of April and my discussion with Gunjan Aggarwal, co-founder of Learn With Leaders. Learn With Leaders is an educational platform designed to bring quality education to high school students around the world through networking[...]
On Unity through Youth’s Voices – A Conversation with Mamobo Ogoro
In today’s discussion I speak with Mamobo Ogoro, who is a Social psychologist, Social Entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of Gorm Media - an impact focused digital media company based. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mamobo identified that the subject she[...]
On Fashion Activism and Dialogue – A Conversation with Akim Tejan Cole
Welcome to season three of the podcast. Throughout this series, we will continue to shine a light on the changemakers who are having an incredible impact on the world whilst finding innovative ways to build a better future. In this[...]
On Intercultural Exchange and Education – A Conversation with Till Kraemer
In this episode, I speak with Till Kraemer, who is a mathematician turned social entrepreneur, and is the co-founder general manager of the organisation ICE (Inter Cultural Education) based in Hong Kong. Till has a fascinating love of the world[...]
Season 3 Trailer
Introducing the third season of the Narratives of Purpose podcast. In this new season, I continue to share unique stories of global changemakers and trailblazers, passionate people who are making a meaningful impact in the world. My journey in the[...]
On Creating Illustrations for Social Awareness – A Conversation with Jean-Philippe Kalonji
It is the Season two finale of our show. This last episode features Geneva-based, comic artist and painter Jean-Philippe (JP) Kalonji. JP is also an editorial illustrator for the Swiss newspaper Le Temps. In this discussion, he shares the role[...]
On Transformative Teaching for Social Change – A Conversation with Drisana (Dru) McDaniel
This new episode features South Carolina-based, transformation activist Drisana (Dru) McDaniel. Dru is a co-founder of the Transformative Teaching Collective, a worker-owned cooperative which promotes social justice education. She designs and facilitates customized workshops that awaken and enable intergroup dialogue[...]
On Building an African Market Access Network – A Conversation with Olawale Ajose
This new episode features Olawale Ajose. He is managing partner at Market Access Africa, a health care consulting firm based in Geneva, Switzerland, focusing on sub-saharan Africa. In this discussion, Wale talks about his journey in Global Health, supporting low[...]
On Enhancing Access to Cancer Treatments – A Conversation with Ndeye Makalou
This new episode features Ndeye Makalou. She is a drug development, clinical operations, and global supply chain leader in the Biopharma industry. In today’s conversation, Ndeye shares her passion for market access and developing health care systems in emerging markets[...]
On Empowering Lives Beyond Disability – A Conversation with Oghenewaire Jennifer Nikoro
This final episode of the September Inclusion series features Oghenewaire Jennifer Nikoro, a legal practitioner and disability advocate based in Lagos, Nigeria. Jennifer is the founder of Life Beyond Disability Foundation, which advocates for equal rights[...]
On Destigmatising Handicap and Blindness – A Conversation with Thibault Trancart
This third episode of the September Inclusion series features Thibault Trancart, based in Geneva (Switzerland) and founder of No Blink. With No Blink, Thibault offers services such as conferences and workshops, with the aim to raise[...]
On Supporting Families of Special Needs Children – A Conversation with Eraina Ferguson
The second episode of the September Inclusion series features special needs advocate, writer, and TEDx curator, Eraina Ferguson. She is the founder of My Good Life, an organisation that enables families of[...]
On Advocating For An Inclusive Workplace – A Conversation with Vivian Acquah
This first episode of the September Inclusion series features Vivian Acquah. She is an inclusive Workplace Wellness Advocate, founder of Viva la Vive and the Amplify DEI Summit, also the host of[...]
On Empowering Women in Tech – A Conversation with Anie Akpe
This final episode of the Tech For Good August series features Anie Akpe, founder of African Women in Technology (AWIT). Her organisation is dedicated to providing opportunities and a safe space for women to grow and[...]
On Transforming Healthcare – A Conversation with Mary Carbajal
The third episode of the Tech for Good August podcast series features Mary Carbajal, CEO and founder of B1OS, a company committed to provide secure and efficient access to health information allowing for real-time sharing of[...]
On Game-based STEAM Learning – A Conversation with Jade Li
The second episode of the Tech for Good August podcast series features Jade Li, CEO and founder of Katapult, an EdTech startup based in Mauritius which provides Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) holiday camps[...]
On Gamifying Diversity & Inclusion Education – A Conversation with Alma Moya Losada
This first episode of the Tech for Good August series features Alma Moya Losada, CEO and co-founder of Aequaland. Her award-winning startup is a social impact and EduTech focused video game platform developer[...]
On Developing African Renewable Energy – A Conversation with Henri Nyakarundi
This new episode features Henri Nyakarundi, CEO and founder of the African Renewable Energy Distributor (ARED) group, a company that operates at the intersection of deep tech technology and renewable energy
On Creating an Eco-friendly African Brand – A Conversation with Kevine Kagirimpundu
Welcome to season two of the podcast! This first episode features Kevine Kagirimpundu, CEO and co-founder of Uzuri K&Y. She was named among the top 10 heroes creating change across Africa in 2019 by the Africa[...]
Season 1 Bonus
On this final episode of Season one, I share some previously unreleased interview segments with five guests. There is Pauline Koelbl, founder of AfriProspect and ShEquity, who’s primary focus is African female-led innovative startups. Pauline tells me more about the[...]
On Repurposing Struggle into Strength – A Conversation with Lucy Antrobus
On this episode, I speak with Lucy Antrobus founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Refugee Voices. Her organisation, based in Lausanne, offers a confidence building program to young refugees, migrants and other marginalised groups in Switzerland. Lucy shares with me[...]
On Learning Assertiveness – A Conversation with Alessandra Patti
Alessandra Patti is the founder of FindYourWay Coaching, a consulting practice based in Zurich. She is an assertiveness skills and mental wellbeing coach, but also a Lecturer on "assertiveness skills for the future of work" and "self-esteem in the digital[...]
On Reimagining Education – A Conversation with Connie Nshemereirwe
After fifteen years as a University Lecturer, based in Uganda, Connie Nshemereirwe is now an independent science and policy facilitator. She founded Actualise Africa in 2016, with the vision to see Africa evolve and fulfil its potential by profoundly reimagining[...]
On Preventing Blindness – A Conversation with Dr. Sanduk Ruit & Thomas Bosshard
On this episode, I talk with world renowned eye surgeon, founder and executive director of the Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology in Kathmandu: Dr. Sanduk Ruit; and with co-owner of Oertli Instrumente AG, a Swiss-based medical device company: Thomas Bosshard. Both[...]
On One Health – A Conversation with Fanny Kaufmann
Fanny Kaufmann is a global Medical Affairs leader in oncology at Takeda. She is passionate about solving global challenges in the areas of patient advocacy, access to medicine, public health safety, animal welfare and animal health, plus food security. On[...]
On Building Talents with Refugees and Migrants – A Conversation with Ana Maria Angarita & Isabel Brücher
On Leadership for a Sustainable Economy – A Conversation with David Fiorucci
David Fiorucci is the founder of LP3 Ltd, with his vision for a sustainable economy. In this episode, David shares with me the essence of the integrative LP3 model (Leadership, Potential, Power, Performance) that he developed over 20+ years. His[...]
On Providing Professional Skills to At-risk Youth – A Conversation with Teresa Goines
Fifteen years ago, Teresa Goines founded Old Skool Cafe a youth-run jazz supper club in San Francisco. On this episode, she tells me about her long-term vision to transform the cycle of incarceration and recidivism, at-risk youth feel trapped in,[...]
On Neglected Tropical Diseases and Antimicrobial Research – A Conversation with Emilie Alirol
Emilie Alirol is a biologist who pursued her career in clinical research. Today she is Associate Director at the Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV). On this episode, Emilie shares with me her experience on leading projects in resource-constrained settings, mainly[...]
On Female Empowerment and Innovation in Africa – A Conversation with Pauline Koelbl
On this first episode, I speak with Pauline Koelbl about what motivated the creation of her new ventures: AfriProspect and ShEquity. Pauline is an innovation expert in developing and emerging markets. She invests in African impactful innovative startups with a[...]
Narratives of Purpose Trailer
Introducing the Narratives of Purpose podcast hosted by me, Claire Murigande. I am a scientist and TEDx speaker, inspired to showcase unique stories of ordinary people making extraordinary social impact in various areas, such as: youth empowerment, healthcare initiatives and[...]
