Stories of Community Resilience

Jun 02 2024

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During times of crisis, community resilience is put to its greatest test, and history has shown that diverse communities are more resilient than mono-cultural communities. This anthology podcast series showcases real stories of how multicultural communities in Melbourne are supporting each other throughout tough times such as the coronavirus pandemic. This project will build the capacity of communities to engage in constructive dialogue with the media as a means of addressing local challenges and create another pathway into media for culturally and linguistically diverse journalists and media makers. To participate in Stories of Community Resilience, please contact [email protected].

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The Burden of Low Expectations; Challenging Disability Stigma Across Cultures: Esther Simbi

Jun 02 2024 16 mins

This audio-story featuring Esther Simbi was produced by Carey Scheer, for the Purple Orange Podcast and is re-shared with permission. Purple Orange is an organisation whose mission is to create a fair world for people with disability. Esther Simbi speaks to Carey Scheer. Esther contracted polio as a young child, and then went on to live 19 years in a Ugandan refugee camp before bei

Why I Hate The Word 'Resilience': Shy Ganglani

May 19 2024 28 mins

Multi hyphenate creative talent, Shy Ganglani speaks with Ruhee Meghani. Shy is a professional copy-writer, a comedian and poet - just a few of her talents! Together they discuss, trying to 'blend in' to culture, and then finding connection and friendships through authentic interests and community spaces. Shy and Ruhee also critique the concept of "resilience" and how it is often a

Lifelong Friendships: Marina Maese Provencio, Laura Valles-Salas, Martha Cota

May 05 2024 16 mins

Mental health & wellness is often associated with having strong relationships. On this heart warming episode, Renu Tiwary from 3ZZZ interviews Marina Maese Provencio, Laura Valles-Salas and Martha Cota about their friendship spanning decades. Here is a story of three 'amigos' who have been friends since kindergarten and still going strong. They are aiming to enjoy the later yea

Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs: Kabinga Mazaba

Apr 07 2024 18 mins

Award winning authors Daisy and Kabinga, discuss the book "C.O.N.F.R.O.N.T" Recently authored by Kabinga, the book is intended as a guide to help those to reclaim their life after experiencing trauma. Daisy and Kabinga share their experiences from the perspective of navigating this challenge as migrants, and share empowering methods to work through trauma. Content Warning: Discuss

Maintaining Language Across Generations: Nancy Caceres & Hernan Moreno

Mar 17 2024 18 mins

This episode is presented in the Spanish language, by 3ZZZ Broadcasters Nancy, and Hernan. Nancy and Hernan discuss the importance of maintaining language through generations. A transcript in Spanish is available here, with English translation. To share your story, contact Rebecca at [email protected] Intro and outro music by Gregor Quendel under a Creative Commons Attributio

Challenging Perceptions of Disabilty: Imi

Feb 11 2024 20 mins

Imi speaks with Rebecca about the intersections of culture, and perceptions of disability. Imi shares the message of moving away from a "cure based" approach to disability and speaks about their experiences of navigating work and study. Imi has proudly graduated with two university degrees, and has extensive experience in media, the arts and a keen interest in marketing. Listen wi

Mastering Communication, Beyond Learning A Language: Daisy Wu

Feb 03 2024 18 mins

Multi-creative, Imi from SYN media interviews Daisy Wu about her award-winning book, and mentoring program to assist with mastering communication, beyond mastering learning a language. Transcript Available here: Follow Daisy Wu LinkedIn Follow Imi on LinkedIn Intro and outro music by Gregor Quendel under a Creative Commons Attribution licence To share your story, contact Rebecca

Overcoming Stigmas of Divorce: Monica Kalra

Jan 27 2024 30 mins

Relationships and Divorce Coach, Monica Kalra speaks with Ruhee about the 'D Word' no one wants to talk about and address some of the stigmas surrounding divorce in multicultural communities. Content Advisory: Discussion of abuse in relationships. Contact 1800 RESPECT for help and support. Transcript Available Here: Monica's Socials: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Books by

Changing the Landscape of Sickle Cell Advocacy: Agnes Nsofwa

Jan 21 2024 35 mins

Global Health Advocate & Advocacy Consultant, Agnes Nsofwa speaks with Ruhee Meghani about a rare blood condition. Agnes was motivated to establish an organisation to advocate for Sickle Cell, after her youngest daughter was diagnosed. Transcript Available Here. More information: https://agesnsofwa.com.au/ https://aussicklecelladvocacy.org/ Support & Donate to Sickle Cell

ADHD Diagnosis as an Adult: Yusra Metwally

Jan 07 2024 21 mins

Yusra Metwally, shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Content Advisory: Discussion of Eating Disorder / Disoredered Eating from 16 minutes. For help and support contact Butterfly Foundation Australia 1800 33 46 73 Transcript Available Here. Produced by Aamon Sayed: Aamon has worked within the Social Work sector since 2012. His work experience adds sensi