Welcome to the final episode of season one of Moments to Movements! Host Ernesto Chavezvaldivia is joined by Isaac Cudjoe, CEO of Peace First, to reflect on the powerful stories shared by young changemakers worldwide. Together, they dive into key themes from the season, examining the motivations, obstacles, and triumphs of youth driving social change.Moments to Movements is presented by Peace First.It was produced and edited by Ernesto Chavezvaldivia. Researched with help from Nadia Posada.

In our latest episode, we delve into the crucial topic of mental health with Tanya Marwaha, founder of Championing Youth Minds, and Tamir Saoud, founder of Earthrise.You'll learn about:Tanya's journey empowering youth and addressing mental health challenges.Tamir's impactful work training volunteers in psychological first aid. Together, they explore the importance of mental health awareness and the role of community support in fostering resilience.Discover more about Tanya and Tami...

Welcome back to Moments to Movements! We're excited to bring you a new episode featuring Isaac Cudjoe, CEO of Peace First. In this episode, Isaac shares his experiences driving around and connecting with young changemakers, capturing their stories firsthand. Isaac also discusses the difference between galvanizing people for a moment versus creating a sustained movement, offering fresh perspectives on leadership and impact.Moments to Movements is presented by Peace First.It was produced a...

In this episode of Moments to Movements, we delve into the impact of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on SDG #4: Quality Education. Our guests, Nathan Baek and Mohammad Shehadat, share their experiences and insights as young leaders dedicated to creating meaningful change in the realm of education.You'll learn about:Nathan Baek’s journey as the founder of the Microphone Initiative, where he specializes in teaching the SDGs, combating age-based discrimination, an...

In this special International Youth Day bonus episode of Moments to Movements, we bring together voices from different generations to discuss the evolving landscape of youth activism. Join us as we explore how the challenges and opportunities faced by young people today compare to those of previous generations, highlighting the importance of intergenerational collaboration in driving social change.Our guests are Kwame Osei Owusu, a young changemaker focusing on the issues of mental health, an...

In this episode of Moments to Movements, we focus on women empowerment, featuring the inspiring stories of Stella Igweamaka, Yairy Vega Muenala, and Efe Johnson.You'll learn about:How Stella Igweamaka empowers Black women in Canada through her groundbreaking research on adultification bias and her community support programs.The unique challenges indigenous women face and how Yairy Vega Muenala is working to address these issues in Ecuador.Efe Johnson's journey to advocate for reproductive hea...

Welcome to the first episode of Moments to Movements! In this episode, we dive into the world of renewable energy with Stanley Anigbogu, a creative technologist and founder of the cleantech startup, LightEd. In this episode, you'll learn about:The moments that set Stanley on his path to becoming a leader. How Stanley is transforming e-waste into renewable energy solutions to combat energy poverty in Africa.Stanley's vision for the next few years as he continues to build and sustain ...

Moments to Movements explores the transformative journeys of young changemakers who turn their initial moments of inspiration into sustained movements for social change. Each episode highlights a guest's personal story, the challenges they face, and the broader impact of their work, emphasizing the importance of continuous support, resilience, and the collective effort required to create lasting change.Moments to Movements is presented by Peace First.It was produced and edited by Ernesto Chav...