Introducing the 7 questions for 7 leaders podcast series curated by you.
With more than 1.2 billion young people aged 15–24 worldwide, young people make up 16% of the global population (United Nations). According to United Nations Volunteers, 33% of youth globally are engaged in volunteering through humanitarian and community action.
Across the world, young people are vital contributors to community response. They are active in civil society and often provide both formal and informal humanitarian support – especially during times of crisis. Yet their leadership, insight, and impact are too often overlooked.
At a time in history when more than ever before, the future of humanitarian action sits in a quandary – due to limited financial resources amongst many more challenges. The HLA is choosing to amplify voices of the future who are rising above these challenges and already acting now.
In line with the Humanitarian Leadership Academy’s commitment to supporting local leadership and connecting humanitarian actors, we are launching a new podcast series to spotlight young humanitarian leaders and the work they are leading in their communities.
7 Questions for 7 Humanitarian Leaders will feature seven thoughtful, in-depth conversations with 7 guests nominated by you – members of the HLA global community. Together, we’ll explore their journeys as humanitarian responders – their motivations, challenges, inspirations, aspirations, and the realities of leading change from the frontlines.
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This series has a dual purpose: to strengthen collective learning across the sector, and to recognise the contributions of young humanitarian actors whose work often goes unseen. By sharing their stories, we aim to increase visibility, appreciation, and access to opportunities that can positively shape the future of their work and the communities they serve.
We believe that inspiration leads to action and that motivated people inspire others in turn.
Is there a humanitarian leader you would love to hear from? Someone whose work has inspired you, or whose journey you’ve always wanted to learn more about? Perhaps there’s a question you’ve never had the chance to ask.
Nominate them via this form and help us amplify the voices of young leaders shaping humanitarian action.
As former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan said: “You are never too young to lead, and never too old to learn.”
Let’s learn from young leaders, together.
For questions, contact info@humanitarian.academy or F.Okomo@savethechildren.org.uk
