Your Sustainable Friend

In this episode of From Thesis to Transformation , Jasmine Okidi joins Feyi to explore the dynamic intersections of sustainability, gender, and empowerment through the lens of shea tree conservation in Northern Uganda. Jasmine sheds light on the ecological, cultural, and economic significance of the shea tree and its role in the lives of women. Jasmine unpacks the challenges of deforestation, the...

In this episode of from Thesis to Transformation , Manon joins Your Sustainable Friend, Feyi Osifuwa to discuss the critical intersections of sustainability, social justice, and the UK's asylum system. Drawing from her ongoing research, Manon explores the systemic challenges faced by asylum seekers and refugees, including energy poverty and the destitution embedded in current policies. Manon highl...

In this episode of the From Thesis to Transformation: Showcasing Sustainability Scholars series , our host, Feyi, engages in a fascinating conversation with Lucia, exploring the transformative potential of indigenous knowledge in addressing global sustainability challenges. Drawing from her Maasai heritage, Lucia shares how she studied and presented on how traditional practices offer innovative in...

Join Feyi, our host, as she chats with Cynthia Adu and Feyi Oseni (from Two Feyi's in a Pod). Feyi, Feyi and Cynthia are the co-creators of BLISS. BLISS is a community dedicated to bringing together Black Leaders in the Sustainability Space. In this episode, the three co-creators talk about the story behind BLISS and the community’s mission to help make the sustainability space more inclusive. Men...

Join our host, Feyi, as she journeys to the world's largest second-hand fashion market, Kantamanto. While there she uncovers hidden narratives of merchants, workers, and communities, highlighting their experiences and challenges within the global fashion industry. In this episode, Feyi also discusses the broader environmental and community implications of fast fashion, the impact it has on the liv...

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green In this episode, Feyi discusses her inspiration for the series and emphasises the need to amplify underrepresented voices in sustainability. The episode explores disparities faced by minorities in climate change and highlights the pivotal role these voices can take. Mentioned in this episode: Acre Recruiting , Why Black Voices in Green Blo...

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green Join Olaolu as we discuss how he found his passion early on, his background in geography and environmental management and how that has helped to pave the way for a dedicated career in safeguarding our planet's biodiversity. Olaolu talks about the pivotal role of corporations and financial institutions in mitigating climate change and p...

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green Join David Onyango as he shares his journey from corporate affairs to sustainability. In this episode, David opens up about his profound connection to water conservation and responsible usage, especially in water-stressed regions. He delves into his experiences in fostering collective action and transparent sustainability efforts. David's...

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green Join Mya Gooding-Springer the CEO and founder of Swapped, a groundbreaking fashion-swapping app, Mya combines her passion for style with a commitment to sustainability. In this episode, Mya shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing the inception of Swapped and its role in the slow fashion movement. Discover how Swapped promotes circul...

Series: Sustainability Changemakers: Black Voices in Green Join Feyi Oseni as we discuss her sustainability career journey. We cover Feyi's post-grad move to Nigeria, her transition from process engineering to sustainability, thoughts on having kids in an unsustainable world, upskilling, the social and governance aspects of sustainability, and circularity in Lagos. Mentioned in this episode: Acre...