About this episode
In this engaging podcast episode, Atia Abawi, an acclaimed journalist and author, winning numerous awards for both her journalistic achievements and written, including The George Foster Peabody Award and The duPont-Columbia Awards. She shares her inspiring journey from being a refugee to becoming a powerful storyteller. She discusses the challenges she faced in journalism, the importance of empathy, and how her experiences shape her writing. Atia emphasizes the need for representation and understanding in storytelling, particularly in the context of global conflicts and cultural narratives. She also highlights the role of educators in fostering empathy and global awareness among students.Also joining the podcast is Emily Ihrke, Editor, gcLi's Leadership blog and Director of PK-12 Ethical Leadership Program (& Middle School Learning Specialist), University School of Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WIAtia's books: She Persisted: Sally RideThe Land of Permanent Goodbyes The Secret SkySupport the showgcLi Web Site gcLi Linkedin gcLi Facebook gcLi Twitter
