{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67eea628d4b40d7b3045b971/69aed01ee09c18bf0b8e5833?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Careers With Impact: Why Giving Back Matters | Podcasthon Special","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67eea628d4b40d7b3045b971/1773080305870-2f1ef98e-c8de-43e7-bde3-00fb9536fc87.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>What does success really mean?</p><p><br></p><p>In this special Podcasthon episode of Successfully Ambiguous, we revisit powerful moments from past conversations where guests share why contributing to their communities has become an important part of their definition of success. Across industries and around the world, our guests have spoken about the causes they care about most — from helping students access education, to empowering girls in technology, supporting youth leadership, and addressing period poverty.</p><p><br></p><p>Podcasthon is a global initiative where podcasters dedicate an episode to raising awareness for charities and the people behind them. For one week, voices from around the world come together to amplify organizations making a difference in their communities. We hope this episode inspires you to discover a cause that matters to you and find your own way to contribute.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2>Charities Highlighted in This Episode</h2><p><br></p><p><strong>Hope &amp; Threads Child Foundation</strong></p><p>Founded by Olatunji Saliu</p><p>Working to restore dignity and confidence in students through access to clean, complete school uniforms.</p><p><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/hope-threads-child-foundation/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/company/hope-threads-child-foundation/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lit The Light</strong></p><p>Supported by Gayathri Rajamohan</p><p>A volunteer-driven initiative assisting visually challenged individuals through reading sessions, technology support, career guidance, and community programs.</p><p><a href=\"http://litthelight.org\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://litthelight.org</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton</strong></p><p>Supported by Richard Pinnock</p><p>Promoting diversity and inclusion while supporting cultural development, community engagement, and educational programming.</p><p><a href=\"https://ccah.ca/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://ccah.ca/</a></p><p>🌐<a href=\"https://ccah.ca/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://ccah.ca/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>York University – School of Continuing Studies Fund</strong></p><p>Supported by Ramiz Essani</p><p>Support initiatives ensure everyone has the opportunity to achieve success that transform the lives of students at York University’s School of Continuing Studies through scholarships, programs, and educational opportunities.</p><p><a href=\"https://donate.yorku.ca/site/Donation2?df_id=1800&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;1800.donation=form1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://donate.yorku.ca/site/Donation2?df_id=1800&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;1800.donation=form1</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>No Shame Project</strong></p><p>Founded by Maham Abbasi</p><p>Championing menstrual health, dignity, and education for girls and women while addressing period poverty in India.</p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thenoshameproject.in/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/thenoshameproject.in/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Check out these other causes chosen by guests:</p><p>• Black Creek Community Health Centre  - https://www.bcchc.com/</p><p>• Daily Bread Food Bank: https://www.dailybread.ca/</p><p>• Cystic Fibrosis Canada: https://cysticfibrosis.ca/</p><p>• Gore Park Community Outreach: https://goreparkoutreach.ca/</p><p>• Indspire: https://indspire.ca/</p><p>• Rainbow Health Ontario: https://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/</p><p>• Red Door Shelter: https://www.reddoorshelter.ca/</p><p>• Reena Foundation: https://reenafoundation.org/</p><p>• Rise: https://www.risehelps.ca/mentoring-tool-kit/</p>","author_name":"Christine Brooks-Cappadocia"}