In this episode of our Portrait Series, we sit down with Rebeca Arguedas, President of UFS and a prominent voice in sustainability in the facility management sector. Interviewed by Clara Ledoux, Rebeca walks us through her journey as a Latin-American woman in a field traditionally dominated by men and explores how intersectionality shapes our ideals and opportunities.

Recorded on the 20.03.2025

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Interviewer: Clara Ledoux

As a Maastricht Diplomat alumni and journalism student, French-Lankan Jonathan Wijayaratne has a unique view on the world. In this episode they talk with Fin Gerke about their journey from European Studies to journalism, the state of journalism and media in Europe, and their roots living in many cultures and countries.

Recorded on the 20.02.2025

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Producer and interviewer: Fin Gerke (@finenomenon)

Happy #UNDay 2024! Today marks the 79th anniversary of the United Nations—79 years of navigating global crises and challenges. One issue, however, stands out today: climate change.

To commemorate this day, we interviewed Dr. Sanae Okamoto from UNU-MERIT—a COP veteran and former private sector mentor turned researcher. She shares her insights on the intersection of climate change and mental health.

This podcast is a collaboration between The Maastricht Diplomat, UNSA Maastricht, UNU-MERIT, and the United Nations University. It is also the first episode in our new portrait series, where we will interview inspiring people from all walks of life and all over the world to bring you the best insight into their fascinating lives and opinions.

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Interviewer: Sarah Hourquet (@sarah_hrat)

Research & Production: Mercure Libbrecht Gourdet (@mercurelibbrechtgourdet)

Production & Audio Technician: Raquel Ureña (@raquiarguedas)