In this episode of The Change Makers Podcast, host Rúna Magnúsdóttir interviews Mahmud Samandari on the power of trust. Mahmud discusses setting goals for the new year and emphasises the importance of providing meaningful work for individuals. He shares how his upbringing in Iran and his faith influenced his understanding of gender equality. Mahmud believes that creating trust within a group or community is the first step in bringing about change, and they discuss the role of listening and meaningful conversations in building trust. They also explore the concept of participative leadership and the need for universal participation. Please tune in to learn more about Mahmud's journey as a serial entrepreneur and their passion for innovation, mentoring, and global progress.

In this episode of The Change Makers Podcast, host Rúna Magnúsdóttir and guest Sandra D'Souza explore the topic of biases. They discuss the struggle for equal pay, the Gene Arno lunch that celebrates advocates for gender equality, the certification process for companies in Iceland to ensure equal pay, and the need to value different types of work. They also touch on the progress made in shifting gender roles in household duties and the importance of men taking parental leave. Sandra DeSosa's book, "From Bias to Equality," provides valuable insights into the issues surrounding gender inequality. They dive deep into the challenges and solutions for achieving true equality.