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 managing wellbeing, building resilience, and unlocking personal and professional growth. Gain insights into the process through a flash coaching session led by Charlotte, and Natasha Nishimwe from Save the Children shares how coaching helped her overcome self-doubt and thrive.

Tune in for part two to be released for International Women's Day 2025, and hear Natasha's full story, revealing how coaching supported her career transitions including as a working mother and stepping up into more senior roles in the humanitarian field.

Visit the episode webpage for speaker bios, show notes and episode transcript:

https://www.humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources/coaching-for-humanitarians-tools-and-techniques-to-foster-resilience-and-growth

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Chapters

• 0:00 Chapter 1: Introduction & episode overview
• 1:40 Chapter 2: How coaching can support humanitarians & an introduction to coaching models
• 26:00 Chapter 3: Deeper dive into coaching tools and techniques for humanitarians
• 39:07 Chapter 4: Coaching demonstration – a flash coaching session & conversation reflections
• 53:40 Chapter 5: Real-life impact – the start of Natasha's coaching journey
• 1:04:51 Chapter 6: Closing reflections