In this episode, we head to Kakuma, Kenya, to explore the politics of localised research in the face of shrinking humanitarian funding.  Our Storytelling Officer Devyani Nighoskar speaks with Franco Ohisa, a researcher and community leader, on what it really means to lead  and be heard  from within. We discuss: 🔹 How funding cuts impact trust in research 🔹 The risks of extractive studies and broken feedback loops 🔹 Practical ways to centre refugee voices and leadership Whether you're a humanitarian worker, donor, or field researcher, this conversation asks the tough questions about equity, power, and representation. Don't forget to subscribe and share. Stay tuned for more episodes!   References:  DRC: Localisation of Protection Programming in Garissa & Turkana, Kenya Bridging Worlds: Insights From a Refugee Researcher   Music Credits:  Pre-into music: The Remains of Hope /Magnus Ringlblom/ Epidemic Sound Hook Music:  Elegy Unspoken/Rachel Sandy/Epidemic Sound; Audio clip from the protest in Kakuma Refugee Camp, courtesy of Franco Hisa Intro and Outro Music: The Light/Loving Caliber/Ooyy/ Epidemic Sound