From Bias to Equality From Bias to Equality

In this special episode of the “From Bias to Equality” Podcast Series, host Sandra D’Souza engages in a powerful conversation with two remarkable women leaders: Sigridur Hrund, a Presidential Candidate in Iceland, and Princess Tirelo Moloklehi of South Africa. Despite their diverse backgrounds and geographical locations, both women share a deep commitment to serving their communities and championing women’s empowerment.
Sigridur, an accomplished businesswoman and investor, emphasizes the importance of solidarity and service in her campaign for gender equality. She highlights the need to focus on human connections and shared experiences, transcending titles and positions to uplift humanity.
Princess Tirelo shares her journey to becoming the first black female helicopter pilot, overcoming challenges and discrimination in a male-dominated field. She discusses how her passion for flying was sparked by her brother’s influence and emphasizes the importance of representation and breaking barriers. Despite facing numerous challenges and discrimination, she remained resilient, determined to pave the way for other women in her field.
In this episode they share their candid stories and reflections and highlight the importance of resilience, compassion, and solidarity in overcoming adversity and driving positive change. Their goal: to inspire women everywhere to stand up for themselves and others, showing that together, we can make the world a better place.
This episode is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors: The CEO Magazine and B2Buy. Their commitment to promoting excellence and diversity aligns with our mission of fostering understanding and equality in all aspects of life.

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