Listen "018 - Creating Access with Isabel Armedilla"
Episode Synopsis
Isabel Armedilla, 2019 Nyah Fellow and recent University of Florida graduate, sits down with Leigh-Ann to discuss imposter syndrome, the birth of Access Online, and why she focuses on equity issues, especially as it relates to education and healthcare. Also find out more about her Nyah Project Fellowship experience to Bali, Indonesia, and more!
"There is so much collaboration that is needed to bring humanity to the forefront. It's really important to recognize that we can amplify voices without compromising our own and overtaking those who are being affected." - Isabel Armedilla
They also discuss:
Challenges in overcoming self-doubt and self-criticism
Learning to trust her intuition
Growing up with two Filipino immigrant families living under the same roof
The emphasis of education to achieve a better life and the pressure of being first-generation
The importance of intention, leadership, and personal growth during her Nyah Project Fellowship
Climbing Mount Batur
Her aspiration to amplify voices and address fundamental needs
Who inspires her to be more civically engaged
Kindness to self and to others
"There is so much collaboration that is needed to bring humanity to the forefront. It's really important to recognize that we can amplify voices without compromising our own and overtaking those who are being affected." - Isabel Armedilla
They also discuss:
Challenges in overcoming self-doubt and self-criticism
Learning to trust her intuition
Growing up with two Filipino immigrant families living under the same roof
The emphasis of education to achieve a better life and the pressure of being first-generation
The importance of intention, leadership, and personal growth during her Nyah Project Fellowship
Climbing Mount Batur
Her aspiration to amplify voices and address fundamental needs
Who inspires her to be more civically engaged
Kindness to self and to others
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