Credo Voices

S2 E12: Allyship in Action

Gender equality is a shared responsibility. In the Season 2 finale of Credo Voices, we welcome Selen Okay Akcali, Chairperson of Yanındayız Derneği (We Stand By You Association), a pioneering organisation in Turkey engaging men as active allies for gender equality. Selen shares her journey from the private sector into advocacy and why meaningful progress requires men and women working together. Founded in 2018, Yanındayız addresses violence against women and children, supports women’s participation in the workforce, and promotes more equitable household roles through a bold he-for-she approach. This conversation explores cultural resistance, the power of honest dialogue, and what it truly takes to move from awareness to responsibility. Her work aligns with #SDG5: Gender Equality, #SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, and #SDG16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, paving the way for a future rooted in justice and collaboration. Don’t miss this compelling discussion as Selen shares her vision for a world where men and women unite for true equality. Join our global community of change-makers on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/credoadvisory/], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/credoadvisory/], X [https://x.com/credoadvisory] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/credo_advisory?igsh=ZDM4eXg2MW5vcjJh] Email:info@credoadvisory.com [info@credoadvisory.com] To learn more about Selen and her work, follow them on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/yanindayiz-dernegi/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/yanindayizdernegi/]  and visit their website [https://www.yanindayiz.org/] .

S2 E11: Beauty Beyond Bars

On this episode of Credo Voices Season 2, we sit down with Lea Nepuceno, founder of Beauty Beyond Bars and a Vital Voices Fellow. Lea shares how her organization works to expand access to essential hygiene supplies for incarcerated people, while also documenting and amplifying their stories to advocate for dignity, health, and systemic reform within the justice system. Her work advances SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, and SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, reminding us that justice must also be humane. Join our global community of change-makers on ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/credoadvisory/], ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/credoadvisory/], ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ [https://x.com/credoadvisory] and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/credoadvisory/] Email:⁠⁠info@credoadvisory.com⁠ [info@credoadvisory.com]  To learn more about Lea and her work, follow her on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lea-nepomuceno-815715213/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/leanepo/] and visit their website [https://www.beautybeyondbars.org/]

S2 E10: Blossoming Through Code

In this episode of Credo Voices, we sit down with Marion Schleifer, a trailblazer in technology and a passionate advocate for gender equality in the digital space. Marion’s work focuses on bridging the gender gap in tech by empowering women with essential digital skills and breakingbarriers in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Through education, mentorship, and advocacy, Marion is driving progress in Quality Education (SDG 4), Gender Equality (SDG 5), and Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), ensuring more women can thrive in the tech sector. Join us as Marion shares her journey, the impact of her work, and her vision for a future where women have equal opportunities to innovate, lead, and shape the digital world. Join our global community of change-makers on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/credoadvisory/], ⁠Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/credoadvisory/], ⁠X⁠ [https://x.com/credoadvisory] and ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/credoadvisory/] Email:⁠info@credoadvisory.com⁠ [info@credoadvisory.com] To learn more about Marion Schleifer and her work, follow her on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-schleifer/], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/marion.schleifer] X [https://x.com/rubydwarf] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/marionschleifer/].

S2 E9: Locally Led Futures

What if rural development wasn’t about external aid, but about unlocking the potential within communities? In this episode of Credo Voices, we meet Hayasa Tahmazyan, Founder of Armenia Corps, an initiative that flips the script on development—focusing on strengths instead of struggles. Through asset mapping, skills-based training, and village collaborations, Hayasa is proving that resilient communities are built from within. Her work empowers women, fosters economicgrowth, and strengthens rural Armenia, advancing #SDG5: Gender Equality and #SDG8: Decent Work and Economic Growth. Listen to this transformative episode and hear Hayasa’s vision for a unified, resilient, thriving Armenia. Join our global community of change-makers on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/credoadvisory/], ⁠Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/credoadvisory/], ⁠X⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/credo_advisory?igsh=ZDM4eXg2MW5vcjJh] and ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/credoadvisory/] Email:⁠info@credoadvisory.com⁠ [info@credoadvisory.com] To learn more about Hayasa and her work, follow them on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/armeniacorps/] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ArmeniaCorps] and visit their website [https://armeniacorps.org/].

S2 E8: The Bloom Effect

In this episode of Credo Voices, we sit with Jasmine Anouna, Co-founder of The Bloom, a platform dedicated to breaking silos and creating opportunities for underrepresented leaders in social change. Jasmine’s work is reshaping the social impact space—bridging the Global South and North, fostering radical visibility, and providing changemakers with mentorship, networking, and career resources. With a newsletter reaching over 45,000 readers weekly, curated opportunities, and safe spaces for growth, The Bloom ensures that no changemaker has to navigate their journey alone. By championing #SDG10: Reduced Inequalities and#SDG17: Partnerships for the Goals, Jasmine is proving that real impact happens when we invest in inclusive, interconnected leadership. Listen to Jasmine’s inspiring story, the impact of The Bloom, and her mission to reshape the future of social impact! Join our global community of change-makers on⁠LinkedIn⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/credoadvisory/], ⁠Facebook⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/credoadvisory/], ⁠X⁠ [https://x.com/credoadvisory] and ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/credoadvisory/] Email:⁠info@credoadvisory.com⁠ [info@credoadvisory.com] To learn more about Jasmine and her work, follow her on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasmineanouna/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jasmineanouna?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==]., X [https://x.com/JasAnouna] and visit the website [https://www.readtobloom.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZjxOIHyU8RiPMHJVqdU1A0xveA-p4Z34ZZIZnllYF05h4odqPvWQgBm08_aem_4NKrWSthP8hhfO22DFHVtQ].