Future Learning Design Podcast The Power of Agency - A Conversation with Indra Adnan
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Jul 29, 2024 Indra Adnan, a seasoned advocate for agency in communities and grassroots organizing, shares her insights on empowering young people. She highlights the importance of intergenerational collaboration and reflects on her transformative journey from trauma to resilience. Indra discusses modern challenges faced by the younger generation and the pivotal role of social media in amplifying marginalized voices. She emphasizes the need for educational systems to adapt and address evolving concepts of agency, while also unpacking the complexities of gender dynamics in today's society.
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Indra's Early Life and Spiritual Journey
- Indra Adnan's family faced trauma after moving to London, including her brother's death and her mother's subsequent depression.
- Seeking solace, she developed a spiritual life and a practice she hoped to share with the world.
Discovering 'Ada' in Indonesia
- In Indonesia, Adnan encountered a Buddhist movement led by her uncle that promoted the concept of "ada," meaning "it's there."
- This concept empowered villagers to recognize their own resources and agency, leading to positive social and material changes.
Agency Outside of Education
- The concept of agency, or one's power to act, is often overlooked in formal education.
- Adnan's experience with "ada" highlights the potential for human agency to transcend cultural contexts.