Finding Light Through Loss with Baroness Alison SuttieEpisode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, Leah speaks with Baroness Alison Suttie about a pivotal moment that shaped her life and career—the unexpected loss of her father while she was abroad. Alison reflects on balancing grief with a rising career in European politics, the importance of taking risks, and her enduring passion for public service. From Moscow to Brussels, and from personal heartbreak to professional triumphs, Alison’s journey is a profound reminder of resilience, purpose, and connection.Key Points:The Longest Day: Alison recounts the devastating day she learned of her father's passing while in Moscow and the impact it had on her life.Career Beginnings: Inspired by Cold War tensions, a fascination with the Soviet Union, and early political activism.Taking Risks: Moving from a secure position in London to the unknown challenges of Brussels and the European Parliament.Coping with Grief: How she managed (and struggled) to balance immense loss while leading a major European political campaign.Staying Connected: Finding creative ways to stay close to family while building an international career.Advocacy Work: Transitioning into global health advocacy, especially in tuberculosis awareness and fighting homelessness.Development Assistance: Addressing the importance of international aid and managed migration in today’s globalised world."We have so much more in common with one another than we have different… Development assistance should help people help themselves, not be forever."Find Baroness Suttie here: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/alison-suttie-28679859 Find Leah Brown FRSA here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahtalks_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-brown-frsa-b71b0844/TikTok: @leahtalks_X: @leahtalks_ If Alison's story resonated with you, please subscribe to The Longest Day Podcast and leave a review — it helps more people discover inspiring conversations like this. Why not share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that even on the hardest days, new chapters are waiting to be written? Or send us a message or email us at [email protected] Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode by following The Longest Day Podcast here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelongestdaypodcast/Facebook: https:Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode by following The Longest Day Podcast here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelongestdaypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/15QDqkhjZw/?mibextid=wwXIfr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLongestDayPodcast-z1x X: @longestdaypod TikTok: @thelongestdaypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongestdaypodcast Website: www.thelongestdaypodcast.com All previous episodes: https://pod.link/1684217939

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