In this episode of For the Good of the Public podcast, Michael and Phebe present a talk by Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, President and CEO of ONE Campaign. Ndidi shares the vision she sees for the future of Africa and the role the ONE Campaign has played to ensure that everyone has a seat at the table. She takes us through the organization’s history of fighting for justice and equity and her personal motivation that is grounded in humility, curiosity and upholding the dignity of all people.

Watch the video recording of this talk on YouTube!

“(Ndidi’s) really one of the most compelling social entrepreneurs that I’ve come across in my life.” -Michael [00:26]

“So much of the advocacy and the wins that the ONE Campaign has had over the last two decades of their work have been grounded in faith-based activism and have been the result of faith leaders, pastors, Christian artists coming together to advocate for the end of global poverty.” -Phebe [02:29]

“What we want to do under my leadership is really invite people who are sitting across the aisle to connect in a deeply human level. A level where we see each other, where we trust each other, but where we also believe we’re here on assignment. And where we are here because we have a legacy that is bigger and deeper than our own.” -Ndidi [12:20]

TIMESTAMPS

[00:00] Intro

[04:43] History of ONE Campaign

[08:07] Ndidi’s vision for Africa

[13:30] Humanity and equity

[17:06] Outro

REFERENCES

• For the Good of the Public Summit
• Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, President and CEO of ONE Campaign
• Drop the Debt campaign
• President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)
• TED Talk: The role of faith and belief in modern Africa

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