Awaz
From Nairobi to Kabul, to the streets of your own city, the Awaz Podcast brings you bold, human stories that inspire change—because conflict isn’t just something that happens on the news, it’s personal. At Awaz, we're going beyond the headlines, beyond the doom and gloom, and diving into the stories of real people—people who are turning pain and adversity into something powerful. We’re talking to the changemakers—the activists, artists, community leaders—who are making waves on the ground, often quietly, but with huge impact. And we’ll be doing it in a way that’s real, human, and maybe even a little fun.
Episodes
In this inspiring conversation, host Mena Ayazi chats with peacebuilder Christine Odera to explore the dynamic world of youth leadership and how young people in Kenya are leading transformative change. We discuss the challenges, opportunities, and incredible impact that youth-driven initiatives are making in their communities. Whether you're passionate about social change, youth empowerment, or global developme...
Welcome to the latest episode of the Awaz Podcast! In this empowering conversation, host Mena Ayazi sits down with Hurunnessa Fariad—a visionary community leader, interfaith peacebuilder, and advocate against domestic violence. Together, they explore the transformative power of raising your voice, no matter how small it may seem.
Hurunnessa shares her inspiring journey—from discovering her purpose as a single mom to ...
In the official Awaz Podcast Trailer, host Mena Ayazi offers a glimpse into what this podcast is all about. She talks a little bit about who she is, the goals and mission of the podcast, and everything you can expect.
In this deeply personal solo episode of "Awaz," I confront the silence that followed my podcast's initial launch excitement. Many of you reached out, wondering what happened, and now I'm ready to share my journey through that quiet time.
I reflect on my professional experiences in various nonprofit organizations, my time in Washington, D.C., and how my grandfather, Ghulam Haider Hamidi—a peacebuil...
Welcome to the first episode of the Awaz Podcast! In this launch episode, host Mena Ayazi is joined by Saji Prelis, a passionate advocate for peace and social justice. Together, they address a critical yet often overlooked topic: the necessity of decentering narratives that originate from the Global North while amplifying the voices of the Global South.
Saji shares his valuable insights from years of working on the f...
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