Podcast
UNICEF - Gender Equality & Education
With International Programs Manager, Viv Harvey-Wong
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Viv Harvey-Wong joined us on the podcast to speak about the remarkable progress being made in gender equality and education through UNICEF’s innovative initiatives.
From utilising sports for development to safeguarding children and preventing child marriage, Viv sheds light on the pivotal programs shaping a brighter future for children in nations like Sri Lanka, Papua New Guinea, and Burundi.
In this episode, Viv emphasises that without substantial investment and reform, global gender equality remains 300 years away from its attainment. This underscores the crucial importance of supporting UNICEF’s endeavours now more than ever.
Click below to learn more about UNICEF Australia’s extraordinary work.
Podcast
Reducing barriers for people with a disability- Up & Over
With CEO, Christian Barwell
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In this episode we were fortunate enough to speak to Christian Barwell, the CEO of Up & Over. Up & Over is dedicated to empowering people who have a disability by providing a supportive community where they can explore new opportunities and pursue their dreams.
Christian spoke of the services Up & Over provide, such as the fun social groups, valuable upskill programs, and opportunities for travel. Their trips have included interstate travel and amazing overseas trips in Canada, Singapore, Fiji and more!
In the episode Christian speaks of a memorable moment where the Up & Over community’s infectious dancing and singing got the attention of the people around them. You can see this amazing moment pictured here.
Click the button below to learn more about Up & Over and how to access their services.
Addressing homelessness one step at a time - Orange Sky
With Founder, Nic Marchesi - 2016 Young Australian of the Year
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In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to Nic, a co-founder of Orange Sky who was nominated as the 2016 Young Australian of the Year.
Nic and his best mate built their first van in 2014. They created the world’s first free mobile laundry and shower service for people experiencing homelessness. From small beginnings, over the past eight years Orange Sky has grown to 56 services and has helped thousands of people experiencing homelessness.
Nic speaks of the passion driving the creation of Orange Sky, and the stories of the people they impact all around Australia.
Click below to learn more about the work of Orange Sky and how you can support them.
A disability clinic in Iraq - Iraqi Children Foundation
With Executive Director, Liz McRae
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Liz joined us on the Projects That Matter podcast to speak about the incredible work of their disability clinic in Fallujah.
The clinic provides support to children with a wide variety of disabilities, from mild to severe. Common conditions include paralysis, severe autism spectrum disorders, hearing and visual impairment, birth defects, and disabilities as a result of injury. The disability clinic provides general health consultations, physical rehabilitation, psychosocial support and more.
Liz speaks of the strength of the children she has met, including an inspiring story of Aya, a 15 year old girl with a brain atrophy condition. Aya receives support from the clinic which has not only changed her life, but also her family’s.
Click below to learn more about the work of the Iraqi Children Foundation and how you can support them.
An orphanage in Ukraine - Volunteering during the war
With Sam Sabin
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In this episode we speak to Sam about his time volunteering at the City of Goodness in Ukraine during the war. The City of Goodness is a shelter for children and mothers during times in crisis. The war in Ukraine is ongoing but this foundation continues to provide lifesaving support.
The war has resulted in shells hitting children’s hospitals, kindergartens, schools, and residential buildings. Civilians are hiding in basements, subways and bomb shelters.
The City of Goodness accepts women with children and elderly people from all over the country. They provide shelter, food, medical supplies, and try their best to make the events happening less traumatic for children if they can. They had also taken in three evacuee orphanages from the South of Ukraine.
Click below to learn more about the work of the City of Goodness and how you can support them.
