The Empowerment in Action:Global Voices of Self Defense Podcast

Season 2 Episode 1: Transforming Lives: From Workplaces to Street Corners, guest Eric Ellis

For the first time on Empowerment in Action: Global Voices of Self-Defense, we're featuring a male guest—Eric Ellis—in recognition of his outstanding work promoting positive masculinity.
As President & CEO of Integrity Development Corp., Eric is a DEI strategist, mentor, and musician making a profound impact in various spheres:
Transforming workplaces into inclusive, people-centered environments
Rescuing youth from gangs and guiding them through music and sports mentorship
Reuniting individuals with their faith, fostering healing through empathy
Eric's journey exemplifies the fifth principle of Empowerment Self Defense—"Tell"—highlighting that our voices can heal, empower, and transform lives.
Explore Eric's music on YouTube Connect with him at DEI@integritydev.co Learn more about ESD Global at www.esdglobalselfdefense.org
Tune in now and join the movement!

Episode 4: The Ripple Effect: Preventing Secondary Abuse with guest, Dr. Dawn Malotane-Lindsey

Join us on Empowerment in Action: Global Voices of Self-Defense as Dr. Dawn Malotane-Lindsey, Executive Director of ESD Global, explores the critical topic of Preventing Secondary Abuse. Discover the ripple effects of abuse, how to break the cycle, and empower survivors through transformative approaches rooted in Empowerment Self Defense.

Episode 3: "The Safe Space Maker" with guest, Miriam L. King

Get ready for an inspiring episode of Empowerment in Action: Global Voices of Self-Defense! Join Miriam L. King, "The Safe Space Maker," as she shares her journey as an educator, artist, and advocate for empathic leadership. Discover how she empowers teams, bridges generational gaps, and fosters safer workplaces. Tune in to learn how leadership and self-defense align to create transformative change!

Episode 3: "The Safe Space Maker" with guest, Miriam L. King

Get ready for an inspiring episode of Empowerment in Action: Global Voices of Self-Defense! Join Miriam L. King, "The Safe Space Maker," as she shares her journey as an educator, artist, and advocate for empathic leadership. Discover how she empowers teams, bridges generational gaps, and fosters safer workplaces. Tune in to learn how leadership and self-defense align to create transformative change!

Episode 2: Empowerment in Action: Global Voices of Self-Defense with guest, Dr. Lami Ibrahim

Welcome to the second episode of Empowerment in Action: Global Voices of Self-Defense, where we amplify stories of resilience and transformation. Today, we’re thrilled to feature Dr. Lami Ibrahim, a trailblazer in faith-based advocacy, education, and Empowerment Self-Defense. Join us as we explore how her groundbreaking work equips women and girls to reclaim their dignity, assert their boundaries, and build safer, empowered communities. Stay tuned for an inspiring conversation!

Episode 1: Dealing with Abuse and Psychopathy with guest, Dr. Dawn Malotane Lindsey

Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast series: Empowerment in Action – Global Voices of Self-Defense.
Content Warning: This episode contains information that could be activating to listeners. 
This episode, titled "Dealing with Abuse and Psychopathy," features Dr. Dawn Malotane Lindsey, Executive Director of ESD Global. Dr. Lindsey courageously shares her personal journey of surviving abuse and a psychopathic partner, offering lessons on resilience and healing. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and learn how Empowerment Self Defense principles can transform lives.