CARE in Action Archiv
155 Episoden
41 Minuten
What does AI have to do with saving lives? In this episode, Andrea Barschdorf-Hager welcomes Jerry Tuan, Chief Information Officer at CARE USA. They dive into how technology acts as a catalyst for global aid, why CARE established a top-tier AI Advisory Council, and why avoiding "AI slop" starts with critical thinking. A look at the future of tech in the humanitarian sector. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
48 Minuten
She came for a 4-month internship – and stayed to transform Somalia’s aid landscape. In this episode, Andrea Barschdorf-Hager speaks with Nimo Hassan, Director of Somali NGO Consortium (SNC). From creating "girl-friendly spaces" in schools to tackling climate shocks and unequal power dynamics in aid funding, Nimo explains why building local systems matters far more than just building classrooms. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
47 Minuten
How do you redesign an 80-year-old humanitarian icon? In this episode of CARE in Action, Andrea Barschdorf-Hager talks with Sumit Bharti, Computer Engineer with an MBA in International Business and certified PMP and Six Sigma Black Belt who is one of the designers of the new CARE PACKAGE for Emergencies. Inspired by Indian tiffin boxes, this modular backpack contains everything a family needs to survive and rebuild after disaster hits for four weeks. Discover how commercial supply chain logic transforms into lifesaving dignity. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
39 Minuten
"Your background should never put your back on the ground." In episode #162, Andrea Barschdorf-Hager is joined by Nigerian education innovator Oluwaseun Kayode. The founder of Schoolinka shares his journey from a Lagos slum to winning the AI for Social Impact Award. This episode discusses the realities of education in Nigeria, how AI can scale teacher reflection without losing human empathy, and the vision to reach 100,000 educators. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
48 Minuten
Vom indischen Slum ins Ministerium: Wie 50 Pfennig aus einer Klassenkasse ein ganzes Leben verändern können. Andrea Barschdorf-Hager spricht mit Prof. Dr. Claudia Warning, Präsidentin von CARE Deutschland, über ihren persönlichen Weg, die Arbeit an der Basis und warum es sich trotz globaler Krisen lohnt, aktiv zu werden und die Welt positiv mitzugestalten. Der „CARE in Action"-Podcast wird gesponsert von CC Real.
44 Minuten
How can AI protect human dignity on the move? In this episode, Andrea Barschdorf-Hager talks to Shadi Henchiri, grand prize winner of the "AI for Social Impact" initiative. His AI chatbot "Afiya" helps refugees and migrants navigate complex health systems - even via simple WhatsApp voice messages. How can we humanize technology and bridge humanitarian gaps? The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
51 Minuten
War, Climate Crisis, AI: How are these global challenges connected? Andrea Barschdorf-Hager speaks with Rasmus Stuhr Jakobsen, CEO of CARE Denmark, about the often overlooked environmental consequences of conflicts, the challenges of the global polycrisis, and how innovations can help protect human lives and make communities more resilient. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
45 Minuten
People in crises don't just want to survive - they want hope and a perspective for a better life in the near future. To mark World Humanitarian Day, in episode #157 Andrea Barschdorf-Hager and Gareth Price-Jones (SCHR) dive into the reality of aid. They discuss the power of local partnerships, funding dynamics, and why private givers now hold the key to keeping global lifelines open. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
40 Minuten
Was macht die ADA? Andrea Barschdorf-Hager spricht in Folge #156 mit Bernd Brünner, M.A.I.S., Geschäftsführer der Austrian Development Agency, über globale Verantwortung, Entwicklungshilfe-Mythen & warum wir über 0,3% mehr reden müssen. Unterschätzen wir Österreichs globale Vernetzung? Der „CARE in Action"-Podcast wird gesponsert von CC Real
48 Minuten
Was bedeutet es, eine "Halbe Katoffl" zu sein? Andrea Barschdorf-Hager spricht in Folge #155 mit Frank Joung (Halbe Katoffl Podcast) über das Leben zwischen Kulturen, Identität & die Notwendigkeit, durch die Augen anderer zu sehen. Ein Plädoyer für mehr Empathie. Der „CARE in Action"-Podcast wird gesponsert von CC Real.
39 Minuten
In Folge #154 spricht Andrea Barschdorf-Hager mit Lukas Wank, CEO AG Globale Verantwortung, über faire lokale Partnerschaften, zivilgesellschaftliche Stärke und die Zukunft globaler Zusammenarbeit - und beleuchten, wie drastische Kürzungen die humanitäre Hilfe verändern „Der „CARE in Action"-Podcast wird gesponsert von CC Real."
35 Minuten
Selfcare in lauten Zeiten: Andrea Barschdorf-Hager spricht mit Thomas Kaufmann, Fotograf und Inhaber des "adagietto" Wien Hietzing, über die Flucht vor Social Media, den Wert von Musik und die Kunst, in einer überfordernden Welt "das Gute" zu finden. Ein inspirierendes Gespräch über bewusste Wahrnehmung! Der „CARE in Action"-Podcast wird gesponsert von CC Real.
52 Minuten
In episode #152 Andrea Barschdorf-Hager and Archana Prasad, founder & CCO of Gooey.AI, juror for the new initiative by CARE Austria and Ars Electronica, discuss: How can AI drive positive social & humanitarian change? The “AI for Social Impact Initiative" honors projects exploring AI's impact in social, ecological & humanitarian contexts. The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
50 Minuten
What makes a city "perfect"? In episode #151 Andrea Barschdorf-Hager and Under Secretary-General Anacláudia Rossbach, Executive Director UN-Habitat, explore "Cities of Care," women's land rights, and how to build inclusive urban futures. A vision for livable cities worldwide! The "CARE in Action" podcast is sponsored by CC Real.
48 Minuten
In Folge #150 spricht Dr.in Andrea Barschdorf-Hager mit Dr.in Heide Schmidt, ehemalige 3. Nationalratspräsidentin und Kämpferin für Menschen- und Frauenrechte, darüber, was Liberalismus heute bedeutet - warum Selbstbestimmung soziale Verantwortung erfordert, wie wir Vertrauen in die Politik zurückgewinnen und wieso uns ein „schlechtes Gewissen“ weiterbringt. Ein wichtiger Denkanstoß! Der „CARE in Action"-Podcast wird gesponsert von CC Real.
