Episode 1.7: Small Steps for Africa

In Episode 8, we speak with Siddeeqa Gierdien, Founder and Managing Director of Inala Mental Health Foundation. Inala is an NGO focusing on mental health and well-being. In our discussion, we talk about the youth and families Inala serves, the types of therapy offered, the impact Inala has on its region in South Africa, and the definition of Inala.  *Please note: This episode discusses various types of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.* For more information on Inala Mental Health Foundation, you can visit the pages below: Website: https://www.inala.org.za/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inalamentalhealthfoundation/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inalamentalhealthfoundation/ 

In Episode 7 of The NGO Interview Podcast, we speak with Charlotte Baker, Founder and Operations Director of Small Steps for Africa. SSFA is a registered charity that works with local NGOs in Madagascar to support education and health initiatives in impoverished communities. During this episode, we discuss what it's like to start an NGO, the work SSFA is doing in Madagascar, and the importance of collaboration between international NGOs.  Website: smallstepsforafrica.org Twitter: SmallSteps_2015 Facebook: facebook.com/smallstepsforafrica/

In episode 6 of The NGO Interview Podcast, we speak with Chief Empowerment Officer, Liz D'Amelio, and Black Mental Health Program Director, Daniel Mango, of the International Mental Health Association (IMHA). We discuss the growing field of global mental health, IMHA's work in capacity building of the mental health workforce throughout the world, and IMHA's plans for the future.  Website: imha.ngo Instagram: @teamimha

In episode 5 of the NGO Interview Podcast, we speak with the Founders of Samaritan’s Feet, Manny and Tracie Ohonme. Samaritan’s Feet is a U.S.-based NGO that serves and inspires hope in children by providing shoes as the foundation to a spiritual and healthy life resulting in the advancement of education and economic opportunities. In this episode, we chat about how a shoe is much more than just a piece of footwear, their efforts to bring peace and friendship throughout nations through the washing of feet, and the many ways you can be involved. You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode!  Website: samaritansfeet.org  Instagram: samaritans_feet  Manny’s book, Sole Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Manny-Ohonme/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AManny+Ohonme

On Episode 4 of The NGO Interview Podcast, we chat with the Founders of XTORCH, as seen on ABC's Shark Tank! We discuss what it's like to live without light and electricity, how XTORCH addresses this issue, how businesses can devote revenue portions to NGO partners, and hear some pretty amazing stories along the way. We also hear what it was like to be on Shark Tank, and which Shark was the most intimidating of them all! Check out their website below to learn more about this great organization and the inspiring work being done around the world! Website: XTORCH Instagram: @thextorch

In our second interview episode, we speak with Brad Johnson, President of Mission of Hope. Mission of Hope is an NGO operating in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Key West, Florida, to bring life transformation to every man, woman, and child. In this episode, Brad discusses the beginnings of Mission of Hope, shares a few inspiring tales, and expands on the work Mission of Hope is doing with NFL Quarterback Carson Wentz.  If you’d like to find out more about Mission of Hope, you can visit missionofhope.com or check out their social media pages below. MoH Website: https://missionofhope.com/ MoH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mohhaiti/ MoH Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mohhaiti MoH Twitter: https://twitter.com/mohhaiti Link to Vena's Story: https://missionofhope.com/videos AO1 Foundation: https://www.ao1foundation.org/

In our very first NGO Interview, we speak with Kevin Wasner, Executive Director of Christian Relief Fund. During this episode, Kevin and I talk about a wide variety of topics, including the pandemic’s affect on CRF's work, how access to clean water can lead to so much more than just providing something to drink, and we even hear a few great donkey and chicken stories. If you’d like to find out more about Christian Relief Fund, you can visit christianreliefund.org, or check out their social media pages below.  CRF Website: christianrelieffund.org CRF Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/christianrelieffund CRF Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianrelieffund/

In the first episode of The NGO Interview Podcast, Ben shares what to expect from the podcast, and outlines some NGO 101 questions, such as 1) What is an NGO? 2) What do NGOs do? 3) What are some examples of NGOs? 4) How are they funded? Lastly, Ben finishes with an announcement that the next episode to air will be an interview with an NGO representative, so be sure to be on the lookout for its release soon.