The Imposters

(Part 1) From Displacement to Care: Bridging Lived Experience in Humanitarian Work ft. Mohamed Kabe

24 min · 21. apr. 2026
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What does it mean to navigate humanitarian spaces shaped by systems you’ve personally lived through? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Lila sits down with Mohammed Kappi, a Sudanese humanitarian and human rights practitioner whose work is deeply informed by his own experience of displacement. Together, they unpack how “imposter syndrome” often shows up not as a personal shortcoming, but as a reflection of unequal power structures within the humanitarian sector. Kappi reflects on his early career and the tension of entering professional spaces that rarely recognize lived experience as expertise. He shares how displacement has shaped not only his perspective, but also his approach to humanitarian work—grounding it in empathy, accountability, and proximity to the communities he serves. This episode challenges dominant narratives around who gets to be considered an expert, and invites listeners to rethink how knowledge is valued in global development. It sets the foundation for Part 2, where Kappi explores how lived experience actively informs his psychosocial support practice.

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