Thriving: The Breakthrough Movement
Join me, Prof Wayne Visser, for inspiring conversations with leaders in the breakthrough movement to regenerate nature, society and the economy. Thriving is about going beyond sustainability to a net positive agenda of innovation and regeneration. Each episode is a dialogue with thought leaders and pioneering practitioners, capturing their perspective on the six great transitions to thriving: how to go from degradation to restoration of ecosystems, from depletion to renewal of resources, from disparity to responsibility in communities and workplaces, from disease to revitalisation of health, from disconnection to rewiring through technology, and from disruption to resilience in infrastructure and institutions. We also explore what kind of leadership are needed to create a thriving future, and how organisations can take action to integrate thriving into their strategies, products and services. This is not about false hope or blind optimism, but we actively focus on innovative solutions and positive tipping points for change. The podcast builds on the foundations of my bestselling book "Thriving: The Breakthrough Movement to Regenerate Nature, Society and the Economy." I look forward to having you join the movement for thriving and welcome your suggestions for who I should feature as invited guests on the podcast. Credits: Host: Wayne Visser. Podcast music: Amil Raja
Thriving: The Breakthrough Movement
42. Women Creating Social Impact for a Better World, with Robbin Jorgensen
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Wayne Visser
My guest this week is Robbin Jorgensen, Founder and CEO of Women Igniting Change. She discusses how:
- “Listening tours” in Rwanda reveal inspiring women with resilience, innovation and creativity
- We need to work with men and change societal norms to create the opportunities for women
- Changing behaviours in companies is a systemic change that takes time and commitment
- Imposter syndrome is common among women and can be countered by solidary groups
- Men may need to “pipe down” sometimes to ensure that women’s voices are heard
Key links:
Robbin Jorgensen (LinkedIn)
Women Igniting Change (website)
Left to Tell (book)
Rwandan Women Rising (book)
Thriving (book)
Women of Africa (poem)
Wayne Visser (website)
Wayne Visser (LinkedIn)