Impact Boom searches the globe to find the people, stories & inspiration to help you create maximum positive impact. We interview world-leading social innovators, entrepreneurs, changemakers, designers, educators, thinkers and doers who share Insights, ideas & inspiration. As long as these leaders are focussing their efforts on creating positive social and environmental change, we'll make sure you hear about it.
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Episode 473 (2024) Dr. Mark Williams On The Neuroscience Linking Doing Good With A Happier Life
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On Episode 473 of Impact Boom, Dr. Mark Williams discusses how discoveries in the field of neuroscience disprove that people’s potential is static, and why connection was necessary to human evolution and will remain crucial for the development of future generations.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisation…
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Episode 472 (2024) Agnes Abelsen On Building Inclusive Experiences For Neurodiverse Australians
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On Episode 472 of Impact Boom, Agnes Abelsen of Travengers AU discusses the importance of meaningful accessibility and how this leads to equitable outcomes for neurodiverse people, andwhy purpose led businesses should design solutions to inspire and motivate society to prioritise inclusion.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps …
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Episode 471 (2024) Erika Gleeson On Designing Businesses By Listening To Neurodiverse Experiences
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On Episode 471 of Impact Boom, Erika Gleeson of Autism Swim discusses improving the quality of life for people with diverse abilities through consciously designing and advocating for a more inclusive and understanding society.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss ou…
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On Episode 470 of Impact Boom, Kendall Barbery of GreenWave discusses nurturing the blue-green economy, the regenerative ocean farming industry and what’s in store for the future of aquatic ecosystem health and sustainability.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss ou…
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On Episode 469 of Impact Boom, Darren Taylor of Taylor & Grace discusses why effective impact branding and conveying your social enterprise's purpose is essential to engaging stakeholders and ensuring sustainable progress towards achieving your mission.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up…
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Episode 468 (2024) Jahdon Quinlan On Powerful Philanthropic Structures For Social Enterprises
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On Episode 468 of Impact Boom, Jahdon Quinlan of Stone & Wood Brewing Co. discusses enterprises adopting innovative philanthropic frameworks to tackle complex systemic problems and how this is different from mainstream businesses meeting standard ESG outcomes.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or l…
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On Episode 467 of Impact Boom, Laura Kromminga discusses how to differentiate a social enterprise from a business creating social impact through donations and why policies and frameworks are essential for allowing social innovations to effectively scale.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level u…
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On Episode 466 of Impact Boom, Julia Keady of Benefolk discusses the importance of founders managing their wellbeing to prevent burnout during the entrepreneurship journey, and how this ensures long term sustainability for businesses to create a positive impact.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or…
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Episode 465 (2024) Leigh Hurst On Mindfully Ageing And The Opportunities Created By Healthy Living
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On Episode 465 of Impact Boom, Leigh Hurst of Purposeful Living discusses why it is important to support people to align with the best version of themselves and the wisdom behind embarking on the lifetime journey of achieving inner healing and growth.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up y…
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On Episode 464 of Impact Boom, Eric Henson of the Harvard Project on Indigenous Governance and Development discusses honouring First Nations people, communities and stewardship in the United States and how tribal governance can help reimagine what's possible when addressing systemic social issues.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable…
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Episode 463 (2024) Yogavelli Nambiar On Why Entrepreneurship Is Essential For Uplifting Communities
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On Episode 463 of Impact Boom, Yogavelli Nambiar of Niara Advisory discusses why democratising access to an entrepreneurial education helps disadvantaged communities develop sustainably and how she is advocating for greater diversity, innovation and inclusion across the continent of Africa.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps …
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Episode 462 (2024) Tuomo Laine On Reimagining Capitalism Using The Principles Of Circular Economy
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On Episode 462 of Impact Boom, Tuomo Laine of Twice Commerce discusses how social enterprises can fuse financial objectives with environmental sustainability and his framework around ‘repurposing capitalism’ for the betterment of society in the future.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up …
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Episode 461 (2024) Carolyn Grant On On Enabling Leaders To Manage Their Team’s Psychological Safety
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On Episode 461 of Impact Boom, Carolyn Grant discusses innovations in organisational leadership, mitigating psychological hazards to manage mental health in the workplace and implementing best practice drawn from neuroscience research.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don'…
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Episode 460 (2024) John And Mark Cronin On Intelligent Business Practices And Your Social Purpose
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On Episode 460 of Impact Boom, John and Mark Cronin of John's Crazy Socks discuss how they're creating an inclusive environment for diverse people to find meaningful employment and the opportunity for businesses to embrace a social mission and give back.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level u…
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Episode 459 (2024) Gillian Howell On Music's Role In Peace Building And Bridging Cultural Divides
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On Episode 459 of Impact Boom, Gillian Howell of Tura discusses the benefits of participatory artistic expression in complicated cultural contexts and the positive impacts and key learnings gained from working with various communities to foster connection and engagement through music.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to gro…
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Episode 458 (2024) Fritzi Horstman On Behavioural Responses To Trauma Leading To Incarceration
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On Episode 458 of Impact Boom, Fritzi Horstman of the Compassion Prison Project discusses how traumatic childhood experiences impact the lives and behaviours of people in prisons, and why she is bringing awareness, education, healing and change to prison systems in the US and beyond.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow…
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Episode 457 (2024) Veronique Bourbeau On Bringing Clean Water By Running The African Continent
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On Episode 457 of Impact Boom, Veronique Bourbeau of Run4Humanity discusses how she combined her passion for running with a desire to bring clean water to the communities who need it most and her current plans to run the length of Africa to expand her water projects and amplify their impact.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps…
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Episode 456 (2024) Craig Fairweather On Networking Social Impact Accelerators To Amplify Change
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On Episode 456 of Impact Boom, Craig Fairweather of The Mill House Ventures discusses helping founders and communities start, grow, and support purpose driven businesses and why an accelerator ecosystem is required to mainstream the social enterprise movement.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or l…
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Episode 455 (2024) Lucy Brotherton On Local Government Championing Growth For Impact Led Ecosystems
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On Episode 455 of Impact Boom, Lucy Brotherton of Parramatta City Council discusses fuelling innovative partnerships between local government, business and impact organisations; and how this contributes to addressing complex systemic social issues.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your…
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On Episode 454 of Impact Boom, Kristen Lark of The Funding Network discusses the mutual benefits created by nurturing sustainable connections between mission driven enterprises and individuals willing to fund change in the world.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss…
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Episode 453 (2024) Selena Bartlett On Unlocking The Brain's Potential Using Incidental Kindness
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On Episode 453 of Impact Boom, Professor Selena Bartlett discusses how people can support their own brain health through embracing new experiences, why technology is changing the neuroscience landscape and what will become possible if people actively support each other.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisa…
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On Episode 452 of Impact Boom, Marianne Wobcke discusses supportive pathways to become conscious of the unconscious by working with perinatal Indigenous wisdom and the role the arts play in cultivating holistic personal and community wellbeing. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your im…
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On Episode 451 of Impact Boom, Jo Lane from Sea Health Products discusses why she is pioneering kelp farming aquaculture in Australia and how it supports a regenerative and sustainable food system for future generations.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on t…
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Episode 450 (2024) Jenae Tien On Helping Educators And Parents Spark Conversations Around Diversity
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On Episode 450 of Impact Boom, Jenae Tien from Expand Your Library discusses how she is equipping educators with the tools to spark meaningful conversations around diversity and inclusion with children in hopes of fostering a more equitable future.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your…
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On Episode 449 of Impact Boom, Liz Henderson from Avodah Global discusses opportunities for the garment manufacturing industry to become an environment for supporting vulnerable workers and how Avodah Global are working with women to address the root causes of human trafficking. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow you…
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On Episode 448 of Impact Boom, Kerry Grace from Evolve Network Australia discusses the intricacies of how regional communities share resources and why this is influencing the growth and development of the rural social enterprise ecosystem.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, …
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On Episode 447 of Impact Boom, Bron Williams discusses her research on the relationship between shame and bias, helping women discover their personal power and how you can reinvent your career to create an impact at any age.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out …
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Episode 446 (2023) Hanna Ebeling On Financing Impact Led Enterprises Across Various Growth Phases
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On Episode 446 of Impact Boom, Hanna Ebeling of Sefa discusses why effective partnerships supporting social enterprises must extend beyond just providing start-up capital and how the needs of impact led organisations evolve throughout their development.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up…
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Episode 445 (2023) Sally McGeoch On Work Integrated Social Enterprises Creating Sustainable Change
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On Episode 445 of Impact Boom, Sally McGeoch of Westpac Foundation discusses lessons she has learned from helping grow impact led start-ups and how Work Integrated Social Enterprises are providing equitable employment outcomes for disadvantaged Australians.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or leve…
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Episode 444 (2023) Mindy Leow On The B Corp Movement And Impact Driven Enterprise Collaboration
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On Episode 444 of Impact Boom, Mindy Leow of B Lab Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand discusses how social enterprises are collaborating to build the movement's momentum and where opportunities exist for capacity building organisations to instigate sustainable change.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisati…
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Episode 443 (2023) Vanessa Roanhorse On Barriers Stopping Indigenous Founders From Accessing Capital
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On Episode 443 of Impact Boom, Vanessa Roanhorse of Native Women Lead discusses ensuring financial prosperity and protecting the rights of Indigenous women in business and how she is developing an impact investment fund inclusive of all aspiring entrepreneurs regardless of their background.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps …
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Episode 442 (2023) Rachel Downie On Using Technology To Address The Student Mental Health Crisis
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On Episode 442 of Impact Boom, Rachel Downie of Stymie discusses tackling the stigma preventing students from reporting mental health issues in Australian schools and empowering young people to support each other through humanising the technology they use.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level…
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On Episode 441 of Impact Boom, Andy Marks discusses his unique Effective Visionary Leadership approach to guiding leaders and organisations through growth and the creation of environmentally sustainable and climate friendly business practices.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impa…
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Episode 440 (2023) Elisabeth Lette On Social Procurement Growing The Social Enterprise Ecosytem
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On Episode 440 of Impact Boom, Elisabeth Lette of ArcBlue discusses designing effective procurement frameworks for Australian social enterprises and her perspective on how policy makers can affect change across impact ecosystems.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss…
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Episode 439 (2023) Isabelle Reinecke On Helping Disadvantaged Communities Access Legal Support
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On Episode 439 of Impact Boom, Isabelle Reinecke of Grata Fund discusses breaking down barriers preventing Australians from bringing forth landmark legal cases and shifting the dial on important subjects including human rights, climate injustice and democratic freedom.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisat…
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Episode 438 (2023) Lacey Webb On Admin Solutions Helping Communities To Manage Waste Sustainably
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On Episode 438 of Impact Boom, Lacey Webb of Resource Hub discusses how she is using her waste management knowledge to create effective resource recovery solutions and The systemic challenges of reducing waste and maximising circularity.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, do…
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Episode 437 (2023) Christine Mudavanhu and Luz Restrepo On Networking Entrepreneurial Migrant Women
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On Episode 437 of Impact Boom, Christine Mudavanhu and Luz Restrepo of Migrant Women in Business discuss how they are building sustainable frameworks for entrepreneurial migrant women to connect, share knowledge and form a movement towards Equality of Outcomes in Australia.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your orga…
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On Episode 436 of Impact Boom, Orin Hardy of Bamboo U discusses the shift from consumers using traditional construction materials in favour of eco-friendly alternatives and how he is sharing his knowledge of building with bamboo to empower communities utilise it to its full potential.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to gro…
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Episode 435 (2023) Anja Christoffersen On Advocating For Entrepreneurs Living With Disability
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On Episode 435 of Impact Boom, Anja Christoffersen of Champion Health Agency discusses the experiences which have led her to becoming an advocate for entrepreneurs living with disability and how her team is proactively driving positive social change.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up yo…
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Episode 434 (2023) Nick Steiner On Community Farming And Creating Nutritious Food For Those In Need
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On Episode 434 of Impact Boom, Nick Steiner discusses practically responding to the challenges of food insecurity, and how The Mini Farm Project has leveraged community collaboration to dismantle barriers to accessing nutrient rich locally produced food.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level u…
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Episode 433 (2023) Tip And Tricks Social Entrepreneurs Use To Effectively Manage Their Wellbeing
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On Episode 433 of Impact Boom, change makers and social entrepreneurs shared how they manage their health and wellbeing in a podcast recorded live from Amsterdam at the 2023 Social Enterprise World Forum. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode!If …
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Episode 432 (2023) Nehal Jain On Behavioural Change And Progressing Towards A Circular Economy
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On Episode 432 of Impact Boom, Nehal Jain of after discusses the personal sustainability mission informing her methods of diverting tonnes of textile waste and growing the circular economy movement through influencing consumer behaviours.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, d…
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Episode 431 (2023) Highlights From The 2023 Social Enterprise World Forum In The Netherlands
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On Episode 431 of Impact Boom, social impact leaders gathered for the Social Enterprise World Forum 2023 share their highlights and learnings live in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode!If you enjoyed this episode, th…
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Episode 430 (2023) Arianna Watson On Engaging People With Purpose Led Regenerative Enterprises
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On Episode 430 of Impact Boom, Arianna Watson of Think Enough discusses pathways to creating inclusive regenerative economies and reviving hope in the power of communities to inspire sustainable social and environmental change.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss o…
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On Episode 429 of Impact Boom, Justin MacDonald of Just Advisory Services discusses his key learnings gained from a lifetime of professional experience working in impact and what is required for the Australia social enterprise movement to regain momentum and push forward.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organi…
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On Episode 428 of Impact Boom, Mike Dyson of Good Blokes Co discusses making honest conversations possible, its powerful impact on the wellbeing of communities, and the importance of teaching men healthy masculinity.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this …
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Episode 427 (2023) Cathy Hunt On How Female Founders Are Leading Cross-Sectoral Social Impact
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On Episode 427 of Impact Boom, Cathy Hunt of Women of the World (WOW) discusses creating a collaborative, gender equal world through an action led movement driven by creativity, cultural dialogue, debate and celebration.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on t…
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On Episode 426 of Impact Boom, Sarah Colcord of Chooice discusses reigniting connections between small businesses in Aotearoa, helping consumers shift their purchasing behaviour and ripple effects she is observing within the business community at a grassroots level.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisation…
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Episode 425 (2023) Maydina Penrith On Resilient Communities And Indigenous Australian Wisdom
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On Episode 425 of Impact Boom, Maydina Penrith discusses the role community led initiatives play in shaping the future, understanding the perspectives of Indigenous Australians when creating social impact, and the importance of listening to regional voices.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or leve…
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On Episode 424 of Impact Boom, Paul Mergard of Destiny Rescue discusses saving over 13,000 children from the sex trafficking industry globally and how discovering your purpose will fuel your drive to become a changemaker.If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on …
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