Humans of the Northern Beaches
Humans of the Northern Beaches
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Humans of the Northern Beaches: We Belong is a podcast amplifying diverse voices from Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Hosted by local community leaders, each episode takes you on a journey through personal stories that delve into identity, culture, migration, disability, food and the profound connections that bind our community together.
Join us as we celebrate the stories that unite us all and discover how these narratives can inspire meaningful change in our own lives. Subscribe now and be part of a movement that embraces diversity and fosters community spirit.
All views and opinions expressed by participants in this podcast belong to the participants and do not reflect the views of Northern Beaches Council.
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The podcast explores themes such as identity, migration, personal growth, culture, disability, and food. For example, episodes feature Cherise sharing her experiences in the fashion industry, Clare discussing food as a community connector, and Veena talking about inner work and transformation after moving from India.
Humans of the Northern Beaches: We Belong is a podcast amplifying diverse voices from Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Hosted by local community leaders, each episode takes you on a journey through personal stories that delve into identity, culture, migration, disability, food and the profound connections that bind our community together.
Join us as we celebrate the stories that unite us all and discover how these narratives can inspire meaningful change in our own lives. Subscribe now and be part of a movement that embraces diversity and fosters community spirit.
All views and opinions expressed by participants in this podcast belong to the participants and do not reflect the views of Northern Beaches Council.
In this episode, Maria chats with Shiva, a member of the We Belong: Intercultural Community Leaders Program behind this podcast initiative. Shiva shares her journey, beginning with her family’s decision to escape Iran when she was 14 years old due to the persecution of the Baha’is. She recounts their lifechanging journey to Australia, and the experience of starting a new life in a foreign place.
Grounded in the Baha’i philosophy of “The world is but one country, and mankind its citizens”, Shiva discusses her connection to the Northern Beaches, and her belief in unity and diversity. She shares her thoughts on fostering deeper community connections on a personal level and the importance of shared stories in building a more understanding society.
Her story is a testament to the idea that living true to one’s faith can be a path to connection and belonging.
Places mentioned by Shiva
The Baha’i House of Worship at Ingleside, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches
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