In this episode, Dr. Nashay Lowe interviews Priscilla Adebayo, a PhD candidate in International Conflict Management, about her work with refugee women. They discuss the resilience and agency of refugees, particularly women, in the face of forced displacement and conflict. Priscilla shares her personal journey and research, emphasizing the importance of storytelling, community, and finding purpose in suffering. The conversation highlights the challenges refugees face, the power of resilience, and the need for a supportive framework to help them rebuild their lives.

Key Takeaways

• Resilience is about finding purpose in suffering.
• Refugee women face unique challenges in displacement.
• Community support is crucial for refugee integration.
• Storytelling helps refugees reclaim their narratives.
• Priscilla Adebayo's framework aids refugee healing.
• Cultural barriers impact refugee experiences in the US.
• Refugees need to be seen as agents, not victims.
• Language barriers hinder refugee integration.
• Resilience involves courage and grit to move forward.
• Healing requires addressing psychological trauma.

About Priscilla Adebayao

Priscilla Adebayo is a passionate leader and social entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women and youths. With over a decade of cumulative experience in non-profit leadership/administration, law, academic research, conflict resolution and coaching, Priscilla skillfully integrates her expertise to drive meaningful change. Priscilla is known for her ability to design, fund, implement, monitor, and evaluate projects, driving sustainable solutions that enhance organizational missions and deliver measurable results. Her collaborative leadership style fosters team development and promotes engagement.

Website: https://sa4refugeewomen.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priscilla-adebayo-91062b141/

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