Episode 2: Feminists uniting to shift global economic power

I am very excited about this second episode, featuring the amazing Emilia Reyes. Emilia is a 'technical activist' (great word!) and now also global campaigner as she doesn't only advocate at the highest levels of power, but also started the Campaign of Campaigns.

What's so great about her? Emilia is not afraid to address the fundamental injustices in global decision-making and economic policies. But she's also not afraid to reflect on her own choices and dilemma's. What more could this podcast, that is all about reflection and bold change, wish for?

What is this episode about?

Feminists from the GS are coming together to shift power and transform the global economy. Why is this so important from a women’s rights perspective? What challenges and opportunities does she see in getting governments and UN to address tax avoidance, debt and austerity? And why did the pandemic compel her to start the Campaign of Campaigns? 

Emilia explains it all! She reminds us of the need to look at the bigger picture and work together in new and bold ways to get governments to do their fair share. She challenges those sitting in the Global North, like myself, to do better and put ourselves out there if we are serious about tackling inequality - and not reinforcing age old power structures. She also reflects on some of the dilemma's in trying to be a bridge builder and on what gives her hope in times of despair. 

"I don’t know how a life without activism would be. However tough things look, I know at least I am doing something and I know I can trust others out there doing something. I meet amazing people all the time and they have no idea how much they inspire me!"

This reminded me of one of my favourite quotes by Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez: "Hope is not something that you have. Hope is something that you create, with your actions, and it is contagious." 

We hope you will be both challenged and inspired by this great conversation with Emilia! 

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