BeCause & Effect

Dr. Durdana Islam talks about what it was like teaching through COVID-19, breaking the cycle of trauma, and why she’s fought for social equity nearly her entire life.

Show Notes

Dr. Durdana Islam is an incredible advocate for many things. She’s a Project Manager at the Green Action Centre, an instructor at the University of Winnipeg, and has been involved with the NDP as Chairperson on the Status of Women, Gender Equity, and Gender Diversity Committee. 

I sat down with Dr. Durdana Islam, to talk about what it was like teaching through COVID-19, breaking the cycle of trauma, and why she’s fought for social equity nearly her entire life.

Before we get started, a brief content warning for anyone sensitive to the topic, Durdana is a survivor of domestic violence and we do discuss some of her experiences. And now, my conversation with Durdana Islam.

What is BeCause & Effect?

Host Nolan Bicknell talks to people about the Causes they care about and the Effect it has on their lives. BeCause & Effect is a podcast of The Winnipeg Foundation.