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Fresh Humanitarian Perspectives
Humanitarian conversations that inform, connect and inspire action.
Episodes
50 episodes
Humanitarian AI podcast series | Addressing governance gaps: perspectives from Nigeria and beyond
How can humanitarians engage responsibly with AI tools without clear governance frameworks?Only one in five humanitarian organisations have formal AI policies despite widespread usage - creating a "governance vacuum." How can orga...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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Humanitarian AI podcast series | Bridging implementation gaps: from AI literacy to localisation
How can humanitarian organisations bridge the gap between individual AI experimentation and organisational adoption?In this second instalment of our six-part humanitarian AI podcast series, Ka Man Parkinson sits down with <...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:05:43
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Humanitarian AI podcast series | Reflecting on our community-centred humanitarian AI research: your questions answered
The humanitarian community conversation on AI continues.Tune into a companion episode where the team respond to community questions raised at the August 2025
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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35:50
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Humanitarian AI podcast series | How are humanitarians using AI: reflections on our community-centred research approach
How can artificial intelligence research be designed with community engagement at heart?When a simple LinkedIn poll asking humanitarians how often they use AI was scaled into a global survey attracting 2,500+ responses, it reveale...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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56:25
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Protecting dignity - spotlight on Women Refugees for Peace and Development Organisation
“Do not look at refugees solely as vulnerable people in need of aid. Recognise them as skilled capable and resilient individuals who have been displaced by the conflict. We believe that refugees should be seen as partners not just as benefic...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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46:22

Inviting in the chaos: strategic insights for humanitarian leaders from Ali Al Mokdad
What happens when someone who anticipated the sector's funding freezes looks ahead to what's coming next?💭 "Chaos is part of this ecosystem we are operating, and we've been operating on the edge of that chaos... So i...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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1:11:37
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Leading with vision and heart: reflections on humanitarian leadership with Ali Al Mokdad
“Being a leader, especially in this sector right now - it's not clear. We are all struggling and trying to find answers to big questions…I think the main important part is to try to sit and think and reflect…it's important to keep your eyes ...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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1:07:33
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At the Table or on the Menu? Local Responders on the Frontlines of Humanitarianism
على المائدة ام على القائمة؟ المستجيبون الاوائل في طليعة العمل الانسانيالبراء البشير و نهال الزاكي في محادثة مع مصعب الهادي و مقدمة قصيرة من نانسي تُسلّط هذه الحلقة، "على المائدة ام على القائمة؟" ، الضوء على...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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34:59

Women’s leadership in turbulent times: celebrating solidarity, purpose and ikigai
How can you stay connected to your 'why' as a humanitarian leader during these challenging times?💬 "Whatever it is that you do, if you're not doing it with a full heart... something needs to change." - Fo...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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53:35
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Highlights from Humanitarian Xchange Kampala
A mini episode of Fresh Humanitarian Perspectives from Humanitarian Xchange Kampala. Communications and Marketing Specialist Nwabundo Okoh speaks with Joyce Nyaboga, Senior Network Development Advisor - Start Network; Dr. Atif ...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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8:25

Coalition building for impact people, tech & humanitarian futures in Afghanistan and beyond
How can technology support dignified, community-led humanitarian action?Continuing a thematic exploration of humanitarian tech, Ka Man Parkinson speaks with Layma Murtaza and Safi Noorzai from Aseel – a...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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52:59
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Shaping humanitarian AI: why every voice counts
Ka Man Parkinson is joined by Lucy Hall from the Humanitarian Leadership Academy and Madigan Johnson from Data Friendly Space to discuss a landmark joint survey on AI adoption in the humanitarian sector.Together, the...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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46:01
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From academia to action: how research can shape humanitarian education
How can academic research shape humanitarian action?This is the question at the heart of today's insightful discussion between two Education in Emergencies (EiE) colleagues from Save the Children International.
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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28:09
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‘Double literacy’: harnessing AI for humanitarians and social change
In this thought-provoking episode, Ka Man Parkinson speaks to Dr Cornelia C. Walther to hear her expert take on the implications of AI for humanitarians - and the actions we can take today to keep abreast of developments.Cornelia'...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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38:11

Shaping impact-driven careers: stories of purpose, resilience and growth
How can you shape a meaningful and purpose-driven career in the humanitarian sector and beyond? Tune in to this episode to glean insights from Ana Lucia Villagran, a Learning Solutions Specialist at HLA’s Latin America...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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54:45
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Poetry and purpose: in conversation with Poetic Unity
To celebrate World Poetry Day 2025, we explore the power of creative expression for forging connections and inspiring action within our communities and beyond.The HLA's Ka Man Parkinson connects with two inspiring members o...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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44:52
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Coaching for humanitarians: Natasha’s journey of discovery and transformation
"The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek."When Natasha Nishimwe (Save the Children International) stepped into a new role in a global team, she felt like an imposter. But by taking action through coa...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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35:31

Coaching for humanitarians: tools and techniques to foster resilience and growth
In this two-part podcast, join coaching expert Charlotte Balfour-Poole to explore the transformative power of coaching in the humanitarian sector. In the first episode, together with host Ka Man Parkinson, discover key coaching tools for managi...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:06:17

Youth Leadership (Episode 2)
In this episode, we continue talking about youth participation in humanitarian and civic action. We discuss how youth can and should be involved in crisis response, humanitarian action, and development. Hear from participants ...
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Reflecting on Three Years: What the Humanitarian Response to the Ukraine War Taught Us
24 February 2025 marks the third anniversary of the escalation of the armed conflict in Ukraine. In this conversation, we focus on lessons learnt from these three years of delivering humanitarian response with the goal to support and strengthen...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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38:55

Two Years On: Reflecting on the Türkiye-Syria Earthquake Humanitarian Response
As we mark the second anniversary of the Türkiye-Syria earthquake response, this podcast episode is dedicated to reflections, lessons learnt, and remaining challenges.Oksana Dobrovolska, Communications Officer at the HLA, hosts a conver...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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23:58

Listening to lead: Kate Beale on leadership, collaboration, and global humanitarian action
What does it take to build a career that spans continents, sectors, and some of the world’s most pressing challenges? In this episode, the HLA’s Ka Man Parkinson is joined by Kate Beale, Managing Director at Crowell G...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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Women’s Education in Emergencies in Pakistan: voices from the training room and beyond
In this episode, we take you on a deep dive exploration of a transformative programme designed to address the unique challenges faced by women working in the education context in crisis affected communities across Pakistan. We published...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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Preparados para el futuro: Practicantes Profesionales del Programa de Jóvenes Humanitarios de HLA en Perú comparten sus experiencias
A principios de octubre de 2024, el equipo de HLA en América Latina y el Caribe, junto con 4 organizaciones locales y Save the Children International, se embarcaron en un emocionante viaje: empoderar a los jóvenes en Perú. Ir más allá del forta...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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50:42
