Voice Of Change — Lauren Jacobs
Join award-winning author and social justice journalist, Lauren Jacobs, as she discusses current social issues and the pressing realities pulling on our world's conscience today.
26
JAN
Voice of Change - Kelly Jacobs - Effects of loadshedding on mental health
26.01.2023 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren is joined by therapist Kelly Jacobs to discuss the effects of loadshedding on mental health and how to deal with the anxiety and stress accompanied by frequent power outages. Elizabeth from Open Doors South Africa also joins Lauren to discuss the recently released World watch List 2023, and how the violent persecution of Christians worldwide, is on the increase.
12
JAN
Voice of Change - Zara Zack - Iranian - Canadian photographer
12.01.2023 - On Voice of Change this week, Lauren is joined by Iranian - Canadian photographer Zara Zack. Together, they discuss the ongoing silence of the international community when it comes to the plight of the people of Iran, who are being executed daily for their ongoing protests against the Islamic Republic and their regime. Zara also shares a heartfelt message to the women
of Iran, and offers insight into the need for action and the meaning of the women, life, freedom movement.
of Iran, and offers insight into the need for action and the meaning of the women, life, freedom movement.
05
JAN
Voice of Change - Jessica Taylor and Stephanie Gilbert
05.01.2023 - Jessica Taylor and Stephanie Gilbert are pastors, as well as pastors wives who love authentically and passionately speak about the intensity of life as a pastor's wife. This week they join Lauren to break down "pastors wives stereotypes," as well as how unhealthy congregational and personal expectations are damaging to any pastor's wife. They also share their own journeys with church hurt, create news cultures and how not to conform to the culture, but to transform it.
29
DEC
2022
Voice of Change - Dhanusha Dhoorgalu - self care and self compassion
29.12.2022 - This week Lauren is joined by self care coach Dhanusha Dhoorgalu, to talk about self care and self compassion as we enter 2023. Dhanusha will share tools for making self care a habit, along with personal insights on dealing with burnout.
22
DEC
2022
Voice of Change - Dr Ewan Goligher - Human euthanasia
22.125.2022 - In Canada and several other countries, assisted death (or what is often known as human euthanasia), is legal and frequently practiced. In 2021, over 3% of deaths in Canada was through medical assistance in dying. That equates to 10 000 deaths in 2021 alone. How does this impact an individual’s approach to health care when dealing with chronic illness, pain, cancer or even anxiety around a medical diagnosis? And how should Christians feel about medical assistance in dying? To dig deeper in to this conversation, Canadian doctor, Dr Ewan Goligher joins Lauren to unpack his position and experience on human euthanasia.
08
DEC
2022
Voice of Change - Elizabeth Both - Christian children's persecution
08.12.2022 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren looks deeply at the violent persecution experienced by Christian children around the world. From forced marriages, to abductions, the denial of education, bullying and living as refugees, persecuted Christian children are facing human rights injustices simply because they are Christians. Joined by Elizabeth Both from Open Doors South Africa, together they discuss the recent report on Christian children's persecution, and how this persecution is spreading rapidly.
01
DEC
2022
Voice of Change - Kanita Rutley and Emily Jansen - She Saves a Nation
01.12.2022 - This week joining Lauren, is Kanita Rutley and Emily Jansen from the organisation She Saves a Nation.Serving refugee girls in Kenya, Uganda and Thailand, Kanita has witnessed the transforming power of empowering the girl child in Africa, while tackling famine and the impact of the climate crisis on the lives of young women and girls in Kenya. Emily will also discuss her most recent trip to Kenya, where young girls are without access to basic food, and menstrual hygiene products. This conversation takes us in to the power of caring and empowering the girl child on our very own continent.
17
NOV
2022
Voice of Change - Noa Tishby - anti-semitism, Kanye West and Jewish hate
17.11.2022 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren talks “anti-semitism, Kanye West and Jewish hate.” Joined by Israel’s special envoy on antisemitism and the delegitimisation of Israel Noa Tishby, this conversation is straight forward and passionate. Known to many as an actress, producer and author, Noa Tishby’s new role positions her to speak about antisemitism from a place of understanding and truth. Tune in to Voice of Change for this important conversation.
10
NOV
2022
Voice of Change - Fatima Kathrada - pharmacist and lecturer
10.11.2022 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren is joined by Fatima Kathrada, a qualified pharmacist and lecturer in the Department of Pharmacy and pharmacology at Wits University. Together, they will be discussing infertility and mental health, how to support couples who are struggling with infertility, and how faith leaders can be equipped to support individuals on their infertility journey.
03
NOV
2022
Voice of Change - Andy Lester - Impact of war on climate change
03.11.2022 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren commemorates the international day for preventing the exploitation of the environment during war and conflict. While war rages across Ukraine, Syria, DRC, Burma and many other nations, the impact of war affects the natural world as we know it. To discuss this impact, Lauren is joined by Andy Lester, head of conservation at A Rocha Uk. Together, Lauren and Andy discuss the impact of war on climate change, the environment and what Christians can do to steward the earth well while holding on to hope for active change.
27
OCT
2022
Voice of Change - Ntambi Ravele - inequalities facing female athletes in SA
27.10.2022 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren talks about girls and women in sport. Joined by powerhouse Ntambi Ravele, they will be discussing the inequalities facing female athletes in South Africa, the reality of women winning more medals than men in the Commonwealth Games, yet receiving smaller salaries, and the journey towards the ground breaking women's T20 cricket world cup to be hosted in South Africa in 2023. Ntambi is currently a board member of Brand South Africa, Cricket South Africa, Laureus Sport for Good SA, Memeza Community Safety as well as SA Women and Sport Foundation.
20
OCT
2022
Voice of Change - Anuscheh Amir-Kahlili - Helping refugee women
20.10.2022 - This week on Voice of Change, Lauren is joined by Anuscheh Amir-Kahlili. Anuscheh was born in Iran and at the age of 8, she fled with her family to Germany because of the Iran-Iraq war. Today, her mission is to empower women with similar backgrounds, through her non - profit organisation helping refugee women. Since September 16th, the people of Iran have taken to the streets and protested against the current rulership of the country, these protests reveal the frustration at the situation facing women within the islamic republic. Anuscheh shares why this moment is a time for change, and how the propaganda used by the current rulership of Iran, covers up the violent truth facing women in her homeland.
