Finding Humanity

48. Women’s Fight for Human Rights

Addressing gender injustice starts by investing into women leaders and women-led organizations in the human rights space. Despite the growing recognition that women’s rights are human rights, in 2021 less than one percent of Development Assistance Committee aid for gender equality went to women’s organizations. In this episode we hear from two female leaders who are making it a priority to support women, especially those fighting for gender equality in the global south. We explore the disadvantages female leaders face in the human rights space, and examine the current state of gender rights around the world. Featuring Sofia Sprechmann Sineiro, Secretary General at CARE International and Latanya Mapp Frett, President and CEO at the Global Fund for Women in conversation with Hazami Barmada, Activist & Founder of the Humanity Lab Foundation. -- Finding Humanity is a production of Humanity Lab Foundation [http://humanitylabfoundation.org/] and Hueman Group Media [https://www.huemangroupmedia.com/]. Subscribe, rate, and leave us a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feed/id1504917517?at=11lo6V&ct=podnews_podcast]. For more information, visit findinghumanitypodcast.com. [http://findinghumanitypodcast.com/] Follow us on Twitter @find_humanity [https://twitter.com/Find_Humanity] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Finding-Humanity-101486114850883/].

47. Women in Government Making History

According to the United Nations, as of  2021, there were only 26 women serving as Heads of State or Government. Globally, only 21% of government ministers were women, with only 14 countries having achieved 50% or more women in cabinets.  If we don’t have more women and women of color in leadership, our policies won’t address their needs. Yet, at the current rate, gender equality in the highest positions of power will not be reached for another 130 years. In this episode we learn how Antonia Novello made history as the first female and first Hispanic U.S. Surgeon General. We examine the barriers that are keeping women from reaching leadership roles in government, and explore how we can overcome them. Featuring Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello and Nicole C. Mason, President and CEO of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research  in conversation with Hazami Barmada, Activist & Founder of the Humanity Lab Foundation. -- Finding Humanity is a production of Humanity Lab Foundation [http://humanitylabfoundation.org/] and Hueman Group Media [https://www.huemangroupmedia.com/]. Subscribe, rate, and leave us a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feed/id1504917517?at=11lo6V&ct=podnews_podcast]. For more information, visit findinghumanitypodcast.com. [http://findinghumanitypodcast.com/] Follow us on Twitter @find_humanity [https://twitter.com/Find_Humanity] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Finding-Humanity-101486114850883/].

46. Women in STEM Building a Inclusive Future

The world is increasingly determined by the way we design our technology. Yet, in the U.S.  Black and Indigenous women occupy less than 10 percent of positions in the fields of STEM –science, technology, engineering and mathematics. In this episode we hear from two women who founded organizations that teach girls the skills they need to pursue careers in STEM. We also go back to the history of this field, and examine why closing the gender gap in technology will lead to a more inclusive future. Featuring Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin Founder of  Pearls Africa Foundation and Reshma Saujani Founder & CEO of Marshall Plan for Moms and Founder of  Girls Who Code in conversation with Hazami Barmada, Activist & Founder of the Humanity Lab Foundation. -- Finding Humanity is a production of Humanity Lab Foundation [http://humanitylabfoundation.org/] and Hueman Group Media [https://www.huemangroupmedia.com/]. Subscribe, rate, and leave us a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feed/id1504917517?at=11lo6V&ct=podnews_podcast]. For more information, visit findinghumanitypodcast.com. [http://findinghumanitypodcast.com/] Follow us on Twitter @find_humanity [https://twitter.com/Find_Humanity] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Finding-Humanity-101486114850883/].

45. Women Redefining Beauty

Study after study shows that looking at idealized images of women in the media results in lower self-esteem, particularly for young women and girls. Hoping to challenge what is perceived as beautiful, designer Carrie Hammer founded Role Models, Not Runway Models, a movement credited for kickstarting the body positive movement in the fashion and beauty industries. In this episode we hear how Carrie made history by creating the first New York Fashion Week show that included a model in a wheelchair. We talk about the negative influences of social media and idealized body images in young women, and explore solutions to this issue. Featuring Carrie Hammer, Fashion Designer and Founder of Role Models, Not Runway Models and Dr. Jennifer S. Mills, Psychologist and Associate Professor at York University in conversation with Hazami Barmada, Activist & Founder of the Humanity Lab Foundation. -- Finding Humanity is a production of Humanity Lab Foundation [http://humanitylabfoundation.org/] and Hueman Group Media [https://www.huemangroupmedia.com/]. Subscribe, rate, and leave us a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feed/id1504917517?at=11lo6V&ct=podnews_podcast]. For more information, visit findinghumanitypodcast.com. [http://findinghumanitypodcast.com/] Follow us on Twitter @find_humanity [https://twitter.com/Find_Humanity] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Finding-Humanity-101486114850883/].

44. Women Athletes and the Long Road to Equality

Male athletes in most sports make significantly more than female athletes. One of the reasons for this pay gap is that men’s sports receive vastly more media coverage, television licenses, and sponsorship deals. However, even in cases where women’s sports are as popular, we have been slow to achieve equal pay. In this episode, we hear from former basketball player Tajay Ashmeade about the ways in which her gender impacted her career. We examine the reasons behind the gender pay gap, highlight the progress achieved so far, and outline a way forward. Featuring Tajay Ashmeade, CEO of Nurture SPRT and Dr. Richard Lapchick, Director, Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport at the University of Central Florida in conversation with Hazami Barmada, Activist & Founder of the Humanity Lab Foundation. -- Finding Humanity is a production of Humanity Lab Foundation [http://humanitylabfoundation.org/] and Hueman Group Media [https://www.huemangroupmedia.com/]. Subscribe, rate, and leave us a review [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feed/id1504917517?at=11lo6V&ct=podnews_podcast]. For more information, visit findinghumanitypodcast.com. [http://findinghumanitypodcast.com/] Follow us on Twitter @find_humanity [https://twitter.com/Find_Humanity] and Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Finding-Humanity-101486114850883/].