Inclusive Leadership: Creating Change and Building Sustainable Initiatives with Kamila Rollan
Description
Welcome to the Femmes Finance Podcast, the ultimate destination for young women who want to take control of their finances and achieve financial independence and career success.
Today we have a very special guest, Kamila Rollan, who is currently pursuing her PhD in Education at Cambridge University. Kamila's research focuses on international inclusive education development, and she also serves as a Teaching Associate, Research Assistant, and Supervisor for undergraduate students at Cambridge University. But Kamila's achievements don't stop there! She is the founder of "Education For All," a non-profit association in Astana, Kazakhstan that is dedicated to promoting educational access and professional development for children with special needs and disabilities. Her outstanding work has earned her recognition from prestigious organizations such as the British Council, Chevron, PwC, and Forbes, which named her to their 30 under 30 list. Kamila's work in social and educational inclusion, particularly in the context of diversity, has made her a well-known leader in Central Asia, inspiring countless people along the way. We are thrilled to have her join us on the podcast to share her incredible experiences and insights. So, tune in now to hear from this amazing woman!
Episode Summary:
In this episode, we discussed the importance of inclusive leadership in today's diverse society and how it can bring peace and meaningful connections between people. We also explored the motivations behind starting projects focused on social injustice and inclusivity, and how negative emotions can be channeled into positive, productive ones. Kamila shared her experience of starting a nonprofit organization, Education For All Association, and the challenges she faced along the way. We also talked about the impact of her project on vulnerable youth, particularly those with special needs and disabilities, and how it has helped them transition from education to employment. Finally, we touched on the importance of staying true to oneself, building meaningful relationships, and maintaining physical and mental well-being while taking on various responsibilities and projects. I'm incredibly grateful for Kamila's insights and wisdom, and I hope you'll find our discussion as inspiring as I did.
Chapters:
(0:00:01) - Inclusive Leadership and Activism
(0:07:25) - Using Emotions to Make Positive Change
(0:17:14) - Creating Sustainable Projects and Maintaining Well-Being
(0:26:09) - Importance of Building Joyful Relationships
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Kamila ROLLAN - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamila-rollan-b9318ba8/)
Assel ALTAYEVA - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/asselaltayeva/)
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