Fellows in the News: December

1. Pashtana Durrani Recognized by UN as Noteworthy Young Activist On December 2, 2022 Fellow Pashtana Durrani was recognized as one of six young change-makers working tirelessly for an inclusive and equal world as part of the 2022 Young Activists Summit, co-hosted by the United Nations. Watch a recording of the summit here. 2. Sathya …

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New Voices is Evolving

After 10 years showcasing the power and possibility of trail-blazing global health and development leaders from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, the New Voices team is reimagining future possibilities. Moving forward, we will work closely with our 200+ fellowship alumni community to drive policy impact through the Aspen Global Innovators Communities First Global …

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Fellows in the News: November

1. Rene Sparks Recognized as 2022 Women Voices of 2022 Winner Rene Sparks (NVF ’21) received an award from the South African organization Quote This Woman on November 24 for her efforts going the extra mile to ensure that the voices that are the most marginalised are given a chance to be amplified through media platforms. …

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Fellows in the News: October

By Aspen New Voices Aspen New Voices Fellows are making waves! New Voices Senior Fellows have been in the news lately – using their platforms and expertise to influence policy and advocate for important policy changes at the highest levels. 1. Minda Dentler at the World Health Summit! ‘No child should have to live with …

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‘Add human rights defender to your resume’: How Tlaleng Mofokeng uses medicine to treat indignity

By Tlaleng Mofokeng Doctors are trained to see women as a collection of organs and ailments, rather than people with their own stories and lives, says Tlaleng Mofokeng, a medical doctor and special rapporteur for the United Nations.   When physicians treat women as people, the practice of medicine can be a powerful tool to restore …

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