Are you curious about coaching and mentoring - but not sure if it’s right for you, or how to get started? Charlotte Balfour-Poole, Head of Coaching at the HLA, provides her expert overview of coaching and mentoring, and highlights how they can be used as powerful tools to support every humanitarian.In conversation with Ka Man Parkinson, Charlotte helps to demystify the concepts, and provides tips and advice for anyone interested in unlocking their potential through coaching and mentoring. To access the podcast show notes including Charlotte's recommended reading list, visit www.humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources ***About the speakersCharlotte Balfour-Poole is Head of Coaching at the HLA, responsible for developing and ensuring a coherent and comprehensive coaching offer for humanitarian staff. Previously Charlotte was Global Head of Humanitarian Education for Save the Children and the Director of the Humanitarian Technical Unit. She began her career as a Humanitarian Education Response Advisor deploying to a vast array of complex, protracted and sudden-onset humanitarian crises as part of SC’s Global Emergency response team. Ka Man Parkinson is Communications and Marketing Advisor at the HLA. In her role Ka Man creates, commissions and manages content to bring to life the HLA’s brand, learning solutions, products and services.  ***Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

The delivery of high quality humanitarian learning - face-to-face or online is not devoid of unique challenges.As crises occur, it becomes increasingly important to carefully analyse capacity strengthening experiences and then introduce simple yet innovative methods to counter challenges faced so that training can get to the people who need it most.In this second part podcast episode we hear again from Rose Wahome, an avid educator and now certified coach and mentor in conversation with Nwabundo Okoh, HLA Communications and Marketing Specialist.Rose leans in to over 18 years of experience in education, programme management and delivering face-to-face and blended humanitarian trainings including simulations as well as recent experience on the other side of the board as a student or trainee. to share how the training she delivers around the world and particularly in East and Southern Africa is shifting the power. This episode as a follow on to "How face-to-face training is shifting the power" provides rich insight into common challenges faced in training delivery and how they have been or can be mitigated.About the speakersRose Wahome is currently the East Africa Education Technical Advisor at the International Rescue Committee (IRC). She is based in Kenya.Hosted and produced by Nwabundo Okoh, Communications and Marketing Specialist at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. Nwando is based in the United Kingdom.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

Listen to Archie Law AM (Principal Leadership Advisor at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy) in conversation with Jamie McGoldrick, who has just completed a term as the Interim UN Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.  Together with Archie, Jamie discusses leadership and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the challenges and opportunities in working with complex ecosystems in Gaza, and what might lie ahead for the humanitarian sector in the Gaza response.This is a recording of a conversation held in March 2024 exclusively for Fresh Humanitarian Perspectives. Note on audio: minor connectivity issues occurred during the speakers' video call, affecting the audio quality in certain segments.***About the speakersJamie McGoldrick recently completed his appointment as Interim UN Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. He previously served as the UN Humanitarian Coordinator in the Occupied Palestinian Territories between 2018 and 2020 and was the UN's Humanitarian/Resident Coordinator in Yemen from 2015 to 2018. Jamie is the host of the Humanitarian Fault Lines podcast. Archie Law AM is the Principal Leadership Advisor at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. His previous appointments have included Director of International Programmes at Save the Children Australia, Executive Director of ActionAid Australia and global and regional humanitarian roles with the United Nations.***Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

What does a humanitarian career look like? How can you kickstart your own journey in this inspiring sector – and how can this evolve over time? In our humanitarian careers podcast series, we’re connecting with humanitarians from around the world to hear personal stories and experiences of working in the sector.In this episode, the HLA's Ka Man Parkinson speaks to colleagues Salma Babban from Jordan and Tom Russell from the UK.We hear about their transitions into the humanitarian world and how their roles have evolved over time, as well as the key skills they need to do their jobs well. They also share what motivates them to keep going during challenging times, and their advice for anyone who wants to follow in their footsteps into the humanitarian world.Whether you're an aspiring humanitarian, a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the incredible work happening in the sector, tune into this insightful conversation with Salma and Tom.About the speakers Salma Babban is Global Translation Manager at the HLA based in Amman, Jordan. Tom Russell is a Learning Solutions Specialist at the HLA based in Birmingham, UK. Hosted by Ka Man Parkinson, Communications and Marketing Advisor at the HLA based in Manchester, UK. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

In this episode, we discuss various learning opportunities provided by the HLA and Save the Children, which support capacity strengthening in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.As countries of the MENA region face different types of crises, humanitarian actors on the ground need tailored capacity-strengthening programmes. Listen to this conversation with Bdour Ghousheh, HLA Regional Lead in the Middle East and North Africa and Abed Dbas, the Education Specialist at Save the Children Syria Response office, hosted by Oksana Dobrovolska, HLA Communications Officer, to learn more about it.About the speakersBdour Ghousheh has more than 10 years of experience in the humanitarian sector,  focusing on education, partnerships, project management and capacity strengthening in the MENAEE region. Now, Bdour provides strategic direction and leadership to the broader Humanitarian Leadership Academy’s approach across the MENAEE region and manages a team of humanitarian experts working in different areas (Leadership, Technical expertise and Civil Society Strengthening).   Abed Dbas is the Education Specialist at Save the Children Syria Response office, based in Gaziantep, Türkiye. Abed manages the technical and operational aspects of the education program in Northwest Syria.  Hosted and produced by Oksana Dobrovolska, Communications Officer at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy, based in the United Kingdom.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

Join us as we explore the visionary Humanitarian Xchange, a groundbreaking event set to redefine global humanitarian sector. The inaugural Humanitarian Xchange is a hybrid conference scheduled to take place in London, UK and online on 20 February 2024.Dominic Courage, the force behind HX24, shares its unique vision, behind-the-scenes insights, and invites you to join this milestone moment. Tune in to discover how you can be part of shaping a future with a new generation of humanitarians.***Dominic Courage is Deputy Director External Relations at the HLA, responsible for ensuring that the HLA’s strategy is supported by a business model that will sustain our impact. Before joining the HLA, Dom worked with Save the Children leading humanitarian technical teams and deploying to emergencies around the world. Prior to this he worked with the engineering consultancy Arup as a civil engineer and project manager.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

Humanitarian learning is constantly evolving to be more accessible, inclusive and contextually relevant. The audiences, their needs, adequate formats for delivery and balance of power from how training is accessed to how it is delivered - is also changing. In this podcast episode, we hear from Rose Wahome, an educationist and HLA Learning Solutions Specialist in conversation with Nwabundo Okoh, HLA Communication and Marketing Specialist. Rose gleans from over 18 years of experience in education, programme management and delivering face-to-face and blended humanitarian trainings including simulations to share how the training she delivers around the world and particularly in East and Southern Africa is shifting the power.  This episode is a deep-dive into how training happens from the initial request to logistics, delivery and follow up. Rose, an avid hiker who has climbed to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro twice also shares some inspiring nuggets of wisdom for humanitarians seeking to make a difference.About the speakersRose Wahome is a Learning Solutions Specialist focused on Education in Emergencies Professional Development Programme (EiE PDP) at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy.  Rose is based in Kenya.Hosted and produced by Nwabundo Okoh, Communications and Marketing Specialist at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. Nwando is based in the United Kingdom. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

Globally, many families are preparing for the start of a new academic year, with children and young people currently starting or returning to education.However, in countries and regions around the world impacted by emergencies and crises, millions do not have access to education and safe learning environments. In this podcast episode, Soso Bagashvili and Efren Lubuguin from the HLA’s Asia Regional Centre speak to Ka Man Parkinson about the education in emergencies (EiE) context from their vantage point in Asia.In 2023 across the Asia-Pacific region, what are the main barriers that children and young people face in terms of accessing education in the region – and what interventions can help to overcome such challenges? And in the face of such a complex and challenging regional context across the world’s largest continent, how can agencies coordinate a suitable and sustainable EiE response?Soso and Efren share their perspectives and explain how – by working in partnership with Education Cluster partners and national/local organisations – they’ve been able to work in an agile and responsive way to design and implement EiE interventions localised to the Asia regional context. They also share their upcoming plans and aspirations for EiE capacity strengthening in the region.About the podcast speakersSoso Bagashvili is Regional Head of Capacity Strengthening and Partnerships, Asia at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy.  Soso is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.Efren Lubuguin is Regional Professional Development Programme Manager EiE, Asia at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy.  Efren is based in Manila. Philippines.Hosted and produced by Ka Man Parkinson, Communications and Marketing Advisor at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. Ka Man is based in Manchester, UK.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

In this episode, we are discussing civil society strengthening in the context of the Ukraine crisis response in Eastern Europe with Olga Nikolska, the Program Director of Culture of Philanthropy Development at Civil Society Organisation Ednannia, and Pawel Mania, the Deputy Director for Transformational Response at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. Listen for insights from more than 20 years of experience of Ednannia - one of the largest and most experienced civil society organisations in Ukraine, as well as the HLA’s localisation approach and view on the challenges and needs specific to the region.    Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

Humanitarians across the sector - whether directly or indirectly - are already engaging with these tools and immersing in the metaverse. What does that look like now and in the next 10 years?James and Austen take us on journeys through technology before the metaverse, and how capacity strengthening needs and solutions have evolved over time.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

Humanitarian learning experts Dr Nazanin Zadeh-Cummings (Centre for Humanitarian Leadership) and Esther Grieder (Humanitarian Leadership Academy) join forces to help us to navigate the maze of learning pathways and opportunities available to current and aspiring humanitarians - whether through an academic route at university, lifelong learning, or perhaps a blend of both.From research, flexible and asynchronous study and stackable learning through to free bite-sized courses with digital badges – Nazanin and Esther break it down for us and demystify the options in an insightful podcast discussion hosted by Ka Man Parkinson.___Dr Nazanin Zadeh-Cummings is the Associate Director of Research at the Centre for Humanitarian Leadership, a Deakin University/Save the Children Australia partnership, and Senior Lecturer in Humanitarian Studies at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University.Esther Grieder is Global Communities and Partnerships Lead at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. She holds 20 years of experience in the international development and humanitarian sectors, working primarily on education, youth, health and humanitarian issues. Ka Man Parkinson is Communications and Marketing Advisor at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

“Solidarity is the political expression of love. And I have hope and faith that we can get to a place that's equitable for all.”  – Michelle Brillouet Listen to Ka Man Parkinson in conversation with Michelle Brillouet and Tim Carpentier on a thought-provoking exploration of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) - and why it matters now more than ever, particularly in the humanitarian sector. Michelle and Tim illustrate why systemic change is necessary by taking us on a personal journey of what DEI means to them, before delving into topical issues including power and decision-making, neo-colonialism and anti-racism.  As committed DEI advocates and representatives, Michelle and Tim share their experiences of creating inclusive work practices – and highlight actions we can take to play our part in creating a humanitarian space that’s diverse, equitable and inclusive.Michelle Brillouet (She/They) is a User Experience Specialist at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy, dedicating her days to empowering individuals and organisations through the innovative Kaya platform. Michelle brings a wealth of experience to her work, with a strong background in education, particularly working with at-risk young people and international students.Michelle is a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equity, and her expertise in creating safe and inclusive environments that promote mental health and wellbeing is second to none. As an EDI coach, she is committed to driving change in the EdTech industry and promoting psychological safety in organisations.Tim Carpentier (He/Him) is Digital Learning Lead at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy where he supports a team to design and develop digital learning resources for frontline humanitarian practitioners. He has a technical background in gender equality, with a particular emphasis in humanitarian settings and holds an MA in International Humanitarian Action. Tim joined the HLA in 2020 and has also undertaken work across the Humanitarian Department at Save the Children UK integrating gender equality into its work.Ka Man Parkinson (She/Her) is Communications and Marketing Advisor at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. She  joined the HLA in 2022 and holds a background in communications and marketing in the education and NGO sectors.___Did you enjoy this podcast? Please share with someone who you think would enjoy it too! We welcome your feedback through our social media channels, or by email info@humanitarian.academy Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

For International Women's Day, two senior leaders at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy (HLA) share their journeys in the humanitarian sector. Nwabundo Okoh speaks to Rachel O'Brien and Nancy Mureti about navigating leadership roles and embracing equity in their individual lives as women, and as advocates in the wider context. ___Rachel O'Brien is Director of the HLA and is based in the UK. In her role she provides direct leadership to the HLA, the Save the Children UK Humanitarian Department, and to the wider Save the Children movement. Rachel is also a qualified coach, working with individuals and teams both inside and outside of the sector.Nancy Mureti is Head of Regional Centres and is based in Kenya.  She holds 20 years of experience in the development and humanitarian sectors. With a background in psychology and leadership, Nancy is passionate about the welfare and wellbeing of others.Nwabundo Okoh is Communications and Marketing Specialist and is based in the UK. For media enquires, please contact info@humanitarian.academyThanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

‘I see Engine 2 as being an enabler, giving us the opportunity and permission to be much more forward-looking, really focusing on strategic and innovative solutions to support locally-led humanitarian action.’  Listen to Samantha Davis talking to Fiona Tan about the work taking place at pace at the HLA through its Engine 2 programme to reconfigure the humanitarian response in Ukraine and beyond._______Samantha Davis is Deputy Director - Programmes and Learning at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy.Fiona Tan is Programme Officer focusing on Engine 2.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.

'Ukraine will accelerate necessary change in aid. Everyone's saying the old ways don't work anymore. We're going to create a different way of being: it's about accelerating change.' In our first podcast, listen to Save the Children UK's Gareth Owen in conversation with Pawel Mania. Gareth sets out the vision behind the DEC-funded programme Engine 2 - and how progressive localisation and local solutions will build the most agile response model in Ukraine._____Gareth Owen has been Humanitarian Director at Save the Children UK since 2007, having originally joined the organisation in January 2002 as an emergency adviser. With a background in civil engineering, he has spent the last 30 years working in humanitarian aid.Pawel Mania is Deputy Director for Transformational Response at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy. He oversees a portfolio of capacity strengthening and research programmes aiming to deliver sustainable humanitarian response in Ukraine and neighbouring countries that reinforces civil society, advocates for transformational impact, and provides learning on shifting power for other global responses.Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with your network! For more resources the humanitarian community, visit humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources The views and opinions expressed in our podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of their organisations.