EP 56: Taking a Leap of Faith while Scared and Unprepared

Those African Chicks - Exploring Identities of African Women

This episode has been one of the most rewarding shows I have done to date. I catch up with Animu Amitai, former Communication Advisor & Speech Writer to the politicians in South Sudan.

Anim shares her journey on how she ascended the heights of politics from a simple essay competition, which opened the doors to becoming a political advisor to the Japanese Ambassador and later the advisor to the highest office in South Sudan.

Although there are some controversial articles surrounding Anim's citizenship during her tenure, the essence of our conversation is to highlight the importance of perseverance and tenacity.

We cover everything from

1. The importance of putting oneself out there; doing it scared

2. Imposter syndrome as a young person and woman in sexist / ageist spaces

3. The importance of rising up into ones ownself and taking up space

Her most recent work has been pushing the boundaries of politics by influencing legislature to more inclusive of women participation in politics

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