In this episode, host Sheena Katz sits down with Hawraa Ghandour — educator, peace builder, and founder of Whispers in the World’s Ears, an initiative amplifying the voices of women across conflict zones in Lebanon, Iraq, and Palestine.

Hawraa shares how her journey through loss and motherhood shaped her commitment to peace, why storytelling and listening are essential tools for healing, and how women can shift from being seen as victims of war to leaders of change. From cross-cultural education to digital storytelling as a force for connection, this conversation highlights how amplifying women’s voices can build bridges, foster understanding, and create pathways toward peace.

About the Podcast

Welcome to the World Pulse Podcast, where we explore how women around the world are driving social impact in their communities and across borders through leadership, connection, and collective action.

World Pulse is a global social impact network that supports grassroots women leaders advancing gender equity worldwide. We believe progress happens through connection — by building bridges that turn stories into shared understanding and meaningful change.

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