Unyielding Pursuit: A Tale of Tenacity Part 1
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Our co-host Linda Mitheo shares our guest's background, mentioning his involvement in community work. Our guest on the Couch, Elmi, narrates a compelling story of coming from Somalia, facing challenges, and finding support in London, including experiences of homelessness and finding support from an Egyptian man. Leading to his interest in community work. He further describes his journey to Australia.
BBC and Documentary Work - The guest worked as a researcher for the BBC, focusing on issues such as crime in London, family, and youth in various locations, including Liverpool and Manchester.
The discussion touches on the impact of racism on his work, particularly in engaging with local Imams and addressing community issues. The guest then transitioned to documentary filmmaking and freelance work, emphasizing the importance of storytelling.
He shares his current work with Roots TV, engaging young people in film production, and the positive impact on individuals, including those in prison.
The podcast concludes with a mention of opening a new branch in Melbourne and the challenges faced due to funding limitations.
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