In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi and Shamala Hinrichsen join host Claire Murigande to discuss the innovative app "SheHer" designed to advance women's health by providing accessible healthcare information and fostering a supportive community.

Both Shamala and Mariatheresa emphasise the importance of centring women's dignity in healthcare, highlighting the disparities that still exist in the industry.

They share their personal journeys into the health tech space and the biases female founders encounter when seeking funding, illustrating the broader societal challenges that persist even in progressive sectors like health tech.

By collaborating and leveraging their diverse backgrounds, Mariatheresa and Shamala, together with their three co-founders, aim to revolutionise women’s health and encourage others to join in this vital work.

This episode encourages a rethinking of how healthcare solutions are developed and delivered, advocating for a model that prioritises the voices and needs of women, particularly those from marginalised communities.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

RELEVANT LINKS:

• More about the SheHer app at this website
• Follow the SheHer app: Instagram
• Connect with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi: LINKEDIN
• Connect with Shamala Hinrichsen: LINKEDIN

• Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.

CHAPTERS:

00:06 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose

00:55 - Meet Shamala Hinrichsen and Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi

01:33 - The Mission of SheHer App

03:48 - Shamala's Journey into Health Tech

03:00 - Mariatheresa's Background in Tech

06:30 - Building a Diverse Team for Women's Health

11:18 - The Importance of Women's Stories

21:32 - Challenges Faced by Female Founders

35:48 - Calls to Action for Listeners

38:23 - Closing Remarks and Future Outlook

In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande speaks with Martha Agbornyenty, the founder and Executive Director of For Mom and Baby Foundation, who is on a mission to improve maternal and child health in Cameroon.

With a background as an award-winning young midwife leader, Martha shares her inspiring journey as well as the work her foundation carries out through community engagement, health provider training, and policy advocacy.

Martha emphasises the importance of investing in midwives and improving the quality of education they receive. Through her foundation, Martha is not only making a significant impact locally, she is also gaining recognition on a global scale, empowering others to join in the fight for maternal health.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

RELEVANT LINKS:

• More about For Mom and Baby Foundation at this website
• Follow For Mom and Baby Foundation: Facebook
• Connect with our guest Martha Agbornyenty: LINKEDIN | INSTAGRAM

• Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.

CHAPTERS:

00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose

00:34 - Introducing Martha Agbornyenty

02:51 - Martha's Journey in Midwifery

06:20 - Founding For Mom and Baby Foundation

11:01 - Community Engagement and Support Programs

18:37 - Advocacy and Policy Influence

21:16 - Global Recognition and Future Aspirations

32:42 - Closing Remarks and Future Directions

In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande explores the intersection of healthcare advocacy and personal storytelling with Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, President of the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation, who passionately discusses her journey as a radiation therapist and the drive behind her documentary, 'A Letter to My Sisters.'

Dr. Nia shares her experiences and insights on the rising incidence of breast cancer diagnoses among younger women, challenging the traditional age-based screening guidelines. She highlights the stories of women who faced significant barriers in receiving timely diagnoses and treatment featured in her documentary film.

Dr. Nia also calls for systemic changes that prioritise patient education, community resources, and holistic care. She equally emphasises the need for greater self-advocacy as well as open communication between patients and providers.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

RELEVANT LINKS:

• Research article on widening social inequalities after breast cancer at this webpage
• More about Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation at this website
• More about the documentary "A Letter To My Sisters" at this webpage
• Connect with our guest Dr. Nia Bailey: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN

• Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.

CHAPTERS:

00:05 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose

00:50 - Introducing Dr. Nia Imani Bailey

03:51 - The Importance of Early Detection in Young Women

08:14 - Creating Impact Through Documentaries

14:41 - Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare

16:59 - Connecting Resources for Cancer Patients

20:56 - Understanding Social Inequalities in Cancer Care

24:56 - The Need for Policy Changes

33:00 - Closing Thoughts on Health Advocacy

In this episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande speaks with Thao Nguyen, founder and CEO of Equal Care, about her mission to normalise gender-specific medicine.

Thao shares her journey from tech consultant to healthcare innovator and discusses the importance of recognising gender differences in medical treatment. She explains the challenges she faces in raising awareness and establishing certification criteria for medications.

The episode highlights the significance of asking questions in healthcare and Thao’s vision of creating a comprehensive database for gender-specific medical evidence.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

RELEVANT LINKS:

• More about Equal Care at this website
• Follow Equal Care: LinkedIn | X | Instagram
• Connect with our guest Thao Nguyen: LINKEDIN

• Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose

00:48 Introducing Tao Nguyen and Equal Care

01:43 Tao's Journey to Founding Equal Care

03:10 The Mission of Gender-Specific Medicine

05:42 Challenges and Solutions in Gender-Specific Medicine

09:50 Certification Criteria and Industry Challenges

26:00 The Role of Technology in Equal Care

31:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook

In this episode of 'Narratives of Purpose’, host Claire Murigande delves into the world of Femtech and women's health with Marija Butkovic, the founder and CEO of Women of Wearables (WoW).

Marija shares her journey from a commercial lawyer in Croatia to leading a global organization that supports female innovators in wearable tech and health tech. The discussion covers the significance of Femtech, the challenges women face in the health industry, and the importance of creating targeted health solutions for women.

Marija also highlights the various ways WoW connects and supports its community, the role of investment in advancing women's health, and the future vision for WoW. Marija encourages aspiring entrepreneurs and investors to recognize the untapped potential within the Femtech sector and to actively take part in this evolving ecosystem.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

RELEVANT LINKS:

• More about Women of Wearables (WoW) at this website
• Follow WoW: LinkedIn | X | Instagram
• Connect with our guest Marija Butkovic: LINKEDIN

• Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Welcome to Narratives of Purpose

00:34 Introduction to Women's Health Issues

01:10 Meet Marija Butkovic: Founder of Women of Wearables

03:31 Marija's Journey and the Birth of Women of Wearables

05:59 The Evolution and Impact of Femtech

16:37 Challenges and Opportunities in Femtech Investment

22:09 The Role of Communities and Networks

24:27 Future Vision for Women of Wearables

29:10 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

34:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Diagnosis of Women's Pelvic Conditions Revolutionised

In the fifth and final episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series on Advancing Women's Health, host Claire Murigande speaks with Élise Mekkaoui, founder and CPO of Matricis.ai.

Élise discusses the challenges in diagnosing female pelvic pathologies, such as endometriosis, and how Matricis is employing machine learning to improve diagnosis by assisting radiologists with MRI image analysis. Therefore reducing medical errancy time.

Élise also touches on the importance of bringing awareness to women's health, urging investors to invest in innovative startups that account for gender differences.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

References for content mentioned in this episode:

• Gender bias in medicine article
• Gender funding gap data by UBS

RELEVANT LINKS:

• More about Matricis at this website
• Follow Matricis: LinkedIn
• Connect with our guest, Élise Mekkaoui: LINKEDIN

• Follow our host: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This special series on Advancing Women's Health with Female Founders is supported by TechFace, Lean In Switzerland, and Ladies Drive.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Episode Introduction

00:39 The Importance of Gender in Personalised Medicine

01:44 Introducing the Host and the Podcast

02:25 The Purpose of Matricis.ai

04:06 AI's Role in Advancing Female Pelvic Pathologies' Diagnosis

08:32 Challenges and Collaborations in Data Collection

10:57 The Gender Gap in AI and Women's Health Innovation

12:47 The Future of Women-Led Innovation in the Age of AI

16:25 Closing Remarks and Further Resources