This podcast is dedicated to sharing the stories of youth around the world that are thriving despite difficult life situations. Today many young people do not know their own power and feel like victims of their circumstances. This podcast will inspire young people to discover that they matter, they can come to know their greatness and they can make a difference. Founder and Host, Hana Salah, is passionate about empowering youth to raise their voices and tell their stories. She has over 20 years’ experience working with youth. She works as a Social Development Consultant at the World Bank, ensuring the voices of marginalized groups, including youth, are included in development projects.
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This podcast is dedicated to sharing the stories of youth around the world that are thriving despite difficult life situations. Today many young people do not know their own power and feel like victims of their circumstances. This podcast will inspire young people to discover that they matter, they can come to know their greatness and they can make a difference. Founder and Host, Hana Salah, is passionate about empowering youth to raise their voices and tell their stories. She has over 20 years’ experience working with youth. She works as a Social Development Consultant at the World Bank, ensuring the voices of marginalized groups, including youth, are included in development projects.
Shougla Hameed is an Afghan doctor from a Pashtun family, who defied societal norms and personal struggles to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Raised in a middle-class family that prioritized education, she overcame significant cultural barriers, including the conservative values of her homeland to study medicine. Her journey led her from Afghanistan to Turkey, where she volunteered with refugees. She eventually ended up in the United States, where she continues to build her medical career.
Driven by a passion for healthcare and education, she is dedicated to empowering women, challenging societal expectations, and being a source of inspiration for future generations. She feels that “Success is not defined by the obstacles we face, but by the strength to rise again. Our dreams are not bound by circumstance but fueled by our determination to make a difference.” She also believes that “True resilience is not just about overcoming our own struggles, but about lifting others along the way, proving that even in the darkest times, hope and compassion can light the path forward.”
Global Youth Matters
This podcast is dedicated to sharing the stories of youth around the world that are thriving despite difficult life situations. Today many young people do not know their own power and feel like victims of their circumstances. This podcast will inspire young people to discover that they matter, they can come to know their greatness and they can make a difference. Founder and Host, Hana Salah, is passionate about empowering youth to raise their voices and tell their stories. She has over 20 years’ experience working with youth. She works as a Social Development Consultant at the World Bank, ensuring the voices of marginalized groups, including youth, are included in development projects.
