Because of Her Podcast
We amplify the voices of health professionals, patients, and advocates who are transforming sexual and reproductive health (SRHR) policies in enhancing the healthcare landscape. Our mission is to advance SRHR to the highest possible standards in Canada, Uganda, and beyond.
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Season 1: Episode 1 - Welcome to the Because of Her Podcast!
In today’s episode we will be speaking with Mr. Mukasa Moses Bwesige about his journey working in social protection, gender and female empowerment, as well as education and mental health in emergency settings in Uganda. We will also be discussing the joint Canadian-Ugandan nonprofit organization Beyond Boundaries Foundation.
Season 1: Episode 2 - Learn more about the story behind our organization
Welcome back to another episode! Today we will be speaking with Rebecca Baron about her journey as the co-founder of the joint Canadian-Ugandan nonprofit organization Beyond Boundaries Foundation.
Season 1: Episode 3 - What does it mean to create a safe space?
Today we will be speaking with Safina Virani who is the co-director of a women-led community organization in Uganda formed in 2020. She is also a passionate advocate for human rights and improving living standards in local communities. Listen in to this week's episode as we dive into topics such as what is consent? And how does someone know if they have received it? And why is it important to create women-led community organizations?
Season 1: Episode 4 - Part 1: What resources are there for mothers who have just given birth?
In today's episode we will be speaking with Dr. Marianne Vidler about her research focused on pregnancy complications and maternal mortality in resource constrained settings. Dr. Vidler completed her doctoral degree in Reproductive and Developmental Science at the University of British Columbia and is a leader in the field of global maternal and child health. Stay tuned for next week's episode as we continue the conversation in Part 2: What resources are there for mothers who have just given birth?