Take risks, listen and act: embracing equity in the humanitarian sector
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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 Department, and to the wider Save the Children movement. Rachel is also a qualified coach, working with individuals and teams both inside and outside of the sector. Nancy Mureti is Head of Regional Centres and is based in Kenya.  She holds 20 years of experience in the development and humanitarian sectors. With a background in psychology and leadership, Nancy is passionate about the welfare and wellbeing of others. Nwabundo Okoh is Communications and Marketing Specialist and is based in the UK.  For media enquires, please contact [email protected]
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