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Lessons from My Father: Advocacy, Health, and Resilience with Sharuna Verghis - Walk Talk Listen (Episode 180)
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In this episode, Sharuna Verghis shares her journey as a public health researcher, educator, and advocate for migrant and refugee health. She reflects on how her father’s deep commitment to social justice shaped her path, leading her to work extensively on migration and health for over two decades. From her early days being part of the participatory research network CARAM Asia to her interdisciplinary research on refugees' access to healthcare, Sharuna highlights the intersections of human rights, public health, and policy. As the co-founder of Health Equity Initiatives, she discusses the urgent mental health needs of refugees in Malaysia and the devastating impact of funding freezes due to recent executive orders. Sharuna also speaks candidly about the resilience of displaced communities, the challenges of advocacy, and the crisis of value-based leadership in global health. She underscores the importance of small acts of kindness and systemic change to address deep-rooted inequalities. Throughout the conversation, she reflects on faith, social activism, and the personal cost of striving for justice. Despite the obstacles, she remains committed to creating meaningful change, drawing strength from the lessons instilled by her father. Listener Engagement:
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