Warchild to World Stage: Emmanuel Jal’s Transformation and Triumph
With seven award-nominated albums to his name, Emmanuel has collaborated and performed alongside musical legends like Lauryn Hill, Peter Gabriel, Ed Sheeran, Joss Stone, and Alicia Keys, marking his presence at global events including Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday Concert, Live 8, and the One Concert for the Dalai Lama.
His journey from child soldier to the world stage is captured in his autobiography and the award-winning documentary "Warchild." Emmanuel’s acting talents were also showcased alongside Reese Witherspoon in "The Good Lie”.
As a dedicated peace ambassador, Emmanuel founded Gua Africa (GWA), providing educational support to those affected by war in East Africa, and spearheaded the 'We Want Peace' campaign, securing backing from global figures like George Clooney, Kofi Annan, and Richard Branson. His relentless pursuit of peace has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Vaclav Havel International Prize for Creative Dissent and the Desmond Tutu Reconciliation Award.
In this episode of Conflict, Power, and Persuasion, Emmanuel shares lessons and philosophies from his experiences as a refugee and child soldier, as detailed in his new book: My Life is Art. He discusses how life, much like a canvas, is shaped by our actions and experiences, offering his principles for overcoming adversity.
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In this podcast, we feature tracks from Emmanuel Jal including 'Warchild' and 'Baaki Wara' from his album 'Warchild.' You can listen to the entire album on Spotify here: Warchild Album on Spotify.
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