What happens when the concept of resilience is weaponized against women experiencing violence? In this episode, Dr. Kelly Culver and Jenn Quader are joined by the incredible Daniela Alba, an advocate for the forcibly displaced who gave a powerful TED Talk about the double-edged sword of resilience for forcibly displaced women experiencing gender-based violence. After listening to the Ted Talk, you’ll hear Daniela’s perspective on the importance of community, courage and truth telling for women trying to heal from abuse. She’ll also explain what resiliency means to her today and share some powerful resources for building resilience.

Episode Recap:

• Intro (0:00)
• Meet Daniela Alba, our very first podcast guest! (0:01:14)
• Can you tell us about your experience at TEDx? (0:03:51)
• Daniella’s TEDx Talk: Resilience as a Double-Edged Sword: Women in Displacement (0:07:25)
• How has your TED Talk changed your life? (0:25:54)
• What does resiliency mean to you now? (0:31:10)
• Why is community vital for resilience? (0:35:00)
• What role does the truth play in resilience? (0:41:14)
• What resources do you recommend for people trying to heal from abuse? (0:50:18)
• Get to know Daniela with some rapid-fire questions (0:57:22)
• Where to follow Daniela’s work (1:03:10)

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Dr. Kelly Culver’s Tedx Talk

Learn more about TEDxAUP Resilience Redefined: Thriving in Times of Change.

Mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.inaash.org/
• https://mikono.jrs.global/
• The online store for traditional clothes of the Muysca indigenous peoples of Colombia: https://somosmuiscas.com/tienda/
• ASMR as a tool for healing: https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/how-asmr-is-helping-survivors-of-sexual-assault/13639226
• Breathwork as a tool for healing: https://okaycounselling.com.au/mental-health/somatic-breathwork-the-benefits-of-taking-a-breath-slowly/
• Music as a builder of resilience: Daniela's Take — https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2NwZqBvGbAPSJQCpIvTaR2?si=TeqOvLj-QZqnQaHKxhFsEA

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