Baroness Nicholson: Lift a Person, Change the World
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Mark Cook shares, for the first time, a previously recorded interview with Baroness Emma Nicholson of Winterbourne, member of the UK Parliament’s House of Lords. Baroness Nicholson is an unparalleled leader of humanitarian organizations and founder of the Amar Foundation. The Baroness, famous for technologies, also saves lives, champions women in Afghanistan, and has reformed healthcare. A champion of aid to war-torn communities and leading personally, the Baroness shares insights from her personal philanthropic journey, suggesting how to tackle international leadership.
The Baroness challenges us with surprising actions and a seeming paradox of focus:
"Desire betterment of…livelihoods, families, and everything smashed by a real enemy."
"It’s a mistake to think peace & quiet don't have to be fought for every single moment."
"A bit of energy, determination, & knowledge of the difference between right & wrong."
Baroness Nicholson tells of Amar and his injuries and how his life compelled her:
Mark
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Lessons Learned
-The power of simplicity in creating lasting systems.
-The importance of determination, values, and ethics in philanthropy.
-Overcoming personal grief by turning tragedy into positive change.
-Impacts of unintended consequences & responsibilities in global leadership.
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Contact: Amar Foundation
UK Parliament: https://members.parliament.uk/member/1164/career
Social Media: @Amar_Foundation
Support: Donations to Amar Foundation
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