Send us a textIn this episode, we focus on Youth Leadership and talk about the importance of youth participation. On the Youth Leadership for Emerging Future programme example, we discuss how youth can and should be involved in crisis response, humanitarian action, and development. The participants shared about the challenges they identified and how they addressed them while working on their projects. You will hear from Agnieszka PŁoska, Youth Changemaking Manager at Ashoka Poland, and V...

Send us a textWith the global mental health crisis affecting one in four people – and nearly everyone within communities impacted by crisis including conflict and disasters – the need for mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) is more urgent than ever.In this episode, Ka Man Parkinson holds a candid conversation with Marie Dahl and Dr Victor Ugo from The MHPSS Collaborative. Marie and Victor share honest reflections on the challenges they face with their work, while passionately setti...

Send us a textIn this episode - part two of our deep dive exploration of humanitarian learning in 2024 - we continue the insightful conversation with passionate learning advocates Janet Nyaoro, Eleonora Aralla and Neba Ambe Azinui.In the first instalment of this conversation, Humanitarian learning in 2024: perspectives from Africa, the trio discuss the nature of and trends in humanitarian learning and training, and share their own rich on-the-ground professional and personal experiences.In th...

Send us a textIn this episode - the first instalment of our two-part series - we explore current trends in humanitarian learning with a special focus on Africa. We sit down with three passionate advocates of learning in all forms: Janet Nyaoro (HLA East and Southern Africa Regional Centre), Eleonora Aralla (CAFOD Zimbabwe and Eswatini) and Neba Ambe Azinui (Grace Charitable and Rehabilitation Organisation, Cameroon).In this insightful conversation centred on learning, our guests share their o...

Send us a textFeminist Leadership - a not-so-widely known or understood term. What is Feminist Leadership? What does it actually mean? Is its meaning simply implied in its name? Listen to this insightful conversation led by Rachel O'Brien, Director of the Humanitarian Leadership Academy (HLA).Rachel is joined by two mavens on this topic: Srilatha Batliwala, Feminist Activist and Archie Law, Principal Leadership Advisor at the HLA to break down and define Feminist Leadership - what does i...

Send us a Text Message.Hear Bidjan Nashat, tech entrepreneur and seasoned humanitarian leader, speak candidly on the challenges and opportunities in advancing localisation within the humanitarian sector.In this open and informative conversation with the HLA's Ka Man Parkinson, Bidjan critiques current localisation debates and advocates for practical, actionable steps to drive meaningful change. Discover his views on the transformative potential of cash transfers, anticipatory action, an...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we are focusing on locally-led humanitarian research. On the SHIFT programme example and reflecting on our partnerships with researchers in Ukraine and Poland, we discuss how local specialists are and should be involved in data collection, analysis, and research design.Tune in to hear from Maryana Zaviyska, Chief of Project Portfolio at Open Space Works, a Ukrainian female-led private social change enterprise, Myroslava Keryk, President of Ukraini...

Send us a Text Message.Dans cet épisode de podcast, Anne Garcon mène une discussion approfondie avec deux spécialistes de l'éducation en situation d'urgence en Afrique de l'Ouest et Centrale: Mathilde Lemaire, Responsable du programme de développement professionnel de l’éducation en situation d’urgence pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest et Centrale à HLA et Yaya Diarrassouba, Conseiller régional de l’éducation en situation d’urgence pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest et Centrale à Save the Children Internation...

Send us a Text Message.What are the biggest challenges refugees and migrants from the LGBTQ+ community face in Poland, and how do locally-led organisations create networks and structures to support them? In this episode, we are talking about the Ukraine crisis response in Poland with a focus on strengthening the capacity of local organisations and advocacy for LGBTQ+ migrants and refugees. Hear the insights from Sarian Jarosz, Advocacy and Research Lead at Queer Withou...

Send us a Text Message.Este es el primer episodio en español de la serie del podcast: 'Nuevas Perspectivas Humanitarias' de HLA. En este episodio, Ana Lucía Villagran, Especialista en Soluciones de Aprendizaje en América Latina y el Caribe; obtiene ideas significativas de Mercedes García, líder de HLA para la región y Dan Stothart, Director Humanitario Regional de Save the Children en América Latina y el Caribe.La conversación profundiza en las experiencias de Dan y Mercedes al responder a la...

Send us a Text Message.How can we harness the power of communities and networks as tools for humanitarian learning?In this podcast episode, Esther Grieder (the HLA's Global Communities and Partnerships Lead), leads a deep dive discussion with three seasoned community builders from Ghana, Nigeria and the UK to share and compare professional experiences.Tune in to hear insightful learnings and reflections from Esther and guests Ese Emerhi (Global Network Weaver for Global Fund for Community Fou...

Are you curious about coaching and mentoring - but not sure if it’s right for you, or how to get started? Charlotte Balfour-Poole, Head of Coaching at the HLA, provides her expert overview of coaching and mentoring, and highlights how they can be used as powerful tools to support every humanitarian.In conversation with Ka Man Parkinson, Charlotte helps to demystify the concepts, and provides tips and advice for anyone interested in unlocking their potential through coaching and mentoring...

The delivery of high quality humanitarian learning - face-to-face or online is not devoid of unique challenges.As crises occur, it becomes increasingly important to carefully analyse capacity strengthening experiences and then introduce simple yet innovative methods to counter challenges faced so that training can get to the people who need it most.In this second part podcast episode we hear again from Rose Wahome, an avid educator and now certified coach and mentor in conversation with Nwabu...

Listen to Archie Law AM (Principal Leadership Advisor at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy) in conversation with Jamie McGoldrick, who has just completed a term as the Interim UN Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.   Together with Archie, Jamie discusses leadership and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the challenges and opportunities in working with complex ecosystems in Gaza, and what might lie ahead for the humanitarian sector in the Gaza...

What does a humanitarian career look like? How can you kickstart your own journey in this inspiring sector – and how can this evolve over time? In our humanitarian careers podcast series, we’re connecting with humanitarians from around the world to hear personal stories and experiences of working in the sector. In this episode, the HLA's Ka Man Parkinson speaks to colleagues Salma Babban from Jordan and Tom Russell from the UK. We hear about their transitions into the humanitarian world...

In this episode, we discuss various learning opportunities provided by the HLA and Save the Children, which support capacity strengthening in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. As countries of the MENA region face different types of crises, humanitarian actors on the ground need tailored capacity-strengthening programmes. Listen to this conversation with Bdour Ghousheh, HLA Regional Lead in the Middle East and North Africa and Abed Dbas, the Education Specialist at Save the...

Join us as we explore the visionary Humanitarian Xchange, a groundbreaking event set to redefine global humanitarian sector.  The inaugural Humanitarian Xchange is a hybrid conference scheduled to take place in London, UK and online on 20 February 2024. Dominic Courage, the force behind HX24, shares its unique vision, behind-the-scenes insights, and invites you to join this milestone moment. Tune in to discover how you can be part of shaping a future with a new generation of...

Humanitarian learning is constantly evolving to be more accessible, inclusive and contextually relevant. The audiences, their needs, adequate formats for delivery and balance of power from how training is accessed to how it is delivered - is also changing. In this podcast episode, we hear from Rose Wahome, an educationist and HLA Learning Solutions Specialist in conversation with Nwabundo Okoh, HLA Communication and Marketing Specialist. Rose gleans from over 18 years of experience in...

Globally, many families are preparing for the start of a new academic year, with children and young people currently starting or returning to education. However, in countries and regions around the world impacted by emergencies and crises, millions do not have access to education and safe learning environments. In this podcast episode, Soso Bagashvili and Efren Lubuguin from the HLA’s Asia Regional Centre speak to Ka Man Parkinson about the education in emergencies (EiE) context from their...

In this episode, we are discussing civil society strengthening in the context of the Ukraine crisis response in Eastern Europe with Olga Nikolska, the Program Director of Culture of Philanthropy Development at Civil Society Organisation Ednannia, and Pawel Mania, the Deputy Director for Transformational Response at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. Listen for insights from more than 20 years of experience of Ednannia - one of the largest and most experienced civil society organisations in...

Humanitarians across the sector - whether directly or indirectly - are already engaging with these tools and immersing in the metaverse. What does that look like now and in the next 10 years? James and Austen take us on journeys through technology before the metaverse, and how capacity strengthening needs and solutions have evolved over time.

Humanitarian learning experts Dr Nazanin Zadeh-Cummings (Centre for Humanitarian Leadership) and Esther Grieder (Humanitarian Leadership Academy) join forces to help us to navigate the maze of learning pathways and opportunities available to current and aspiring humanitarians - whether through an academic route at university, lifelong learning, or perhaps a blend of both. From research, flexible and asynchronous study and stackable learning through to free bite-sized courses with digital...

“Solidarity is the political expression of love. And I have hope and faith that we can get to a place that's equitable for all.”  – Michelle Brillouet   Listen to Ka Man Parkinson in conversation with Michelle Brillouet and Tim Carpentier on a thought-provoking exploration of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) - and why it matters now more than ever, particularly in the humanitarian sector.  Michelle and Tim illustrate why systemic change is necessary by taking us on a personal journey of...

For International Women's Day, two senior leaders at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy (HLA) share their journeys in the humanitarian sector.  Nwabundo Okoh speaks to Rachel O'Brien and Nancy Mureti about navigating leadership roles and embracing equity in their individual lives as women, and as advocates in the wider context.  ___ Rachel O'Brien is Director of the HLA and is based in the UK. In her role she provides direct leadership to the HLA, the Save the Children UK Humanitarian...