E176 - Asmaa Guedira on Nomadic Communities, Intersectionality and Decolonisation // Roots Of Humility - all that we are (fka the future is beautiful)

“Decolonisation means moving the value system from an extractive one to one that is generous, more simple and slow.” Asmaa Guedira

E176 – Asmaa Guedira on Nomadic Communities, Intersectionality and Decolonisation

Roots Of Humility

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How do we deconstruct binaries and colonial structures to flourish communities rooted in generosity?

“Decolonisation means moving the value system from an extractive one to one that is generous, more simple and slow.” Asmaa Guedira

In this episode Amisha talks to Asmaa Guedira, a facilitator, consultant, artist, writer and designer catalysing transformation at the intersection of system change, leadership, feminism and regenerative futures. A Moroccan nomad, Asmaa thrives to build bridges between different cultures. From managing international development programs in South West Asia and North Africa to designing transformative learning experiences for leaders in Berlin, California, France or Australia, Asmaa has been connecting artivists, changemakers and leaders in over 20 countries. Asmaa is a fellow of the Policy Center for the Global South and BMW Foundation Leaders Program, and is involved in various global networks like OuiShare, Amanitas, Global Innovation Gathering, Sandbox or African Crossroads. She co-authored 2 books: ‘Société Collaborative’ and ‘Le Manifeste des Crapauds Fous’ and is currently writing her memoir about identity. Asmaa currently lives on Bundjalung Country, where she runs eco-feminists retreats with WELA. Her art addresses the colonisation of our bodies and mind, our intimacy, identity and the role of healing.

Amisha and Asmaa share their experiences of a privileged ‘nomadic’ lifestyle highlighting its shadows intertwined with new-age change-maker communities. They explore how we can re-invent these by deconstructing binaries and colonial structures so we may flourish communities that are rooted in ancient nomadic principles of generosity and humility that will serve our collective future. Asmaa shares her vulnerable journey of migration integrating an intersectional identity, blooming her queerness and a full sense of belonging. We learn that sharing our personal stories and growing our humility is a vital part of how we can all contribute to decolonisation; an invitation to understand our lives differently and to share knowledge that will move us from an extractive to a generous, simple and slow way of life.

“The importance of dealing with conflict and integrating how we look at conflict and the dark side of people, is something that has been missing. Don’t run away when it gets hard. Stay with it.” Asmaa Guedira

Asmaa Guedira works at the intersection of system change, leadership, feminism and regenerative futures. A decade years ago, she left her career as a business consultant in PwC to become a a catalyst wearing multiple hats: facilitator, consultant, artist, writer and designer. A Moroccan nomad with a French passport, she uses the labels she embodies to build bridges with artivists, entrepreneurs and change makers in over 20 countries. Asmaa explores the topics of diversity and inclusion, digital social innovation, and collaborative practices. As a consultant for the non-profit sector, she managed programs in international development related to campaigning, movement building and digital social innovation strategy. Some of her clients were the Womanity Foundation, UN, Hivos, GIZ or MitOst. Asmaa also designs and facilitates transformative learning experiences for leaders & change makers using emotional intelligence, mindfulness, creativity and movement awareness, with tools such as Art of Hosting and Social Presencing Theater (MIT). Her art addresses the colonisation of our bodies and mind, our intimacy, identity and the role of healing. Asmaa is a fellow of the Policy Center for the Global South and BMW Foundation Leaders Program, and is involved in various global networks like OuiShare, Amanitas, Global Innovation Gathering, Sandbox, or African Crossroads. She co-authored 2 books in French: Société Collaborative and Le Manifeste des Crapauds Fous and is currently writing her memoir about identity. In 2020 Asmaa moved on Bundjalung Country, also known as Byron Bay, where she runs eco-feminist retreats with WELA.

To connect or work with Asmaa, visit asmaaguedira.com

To connect or work with Amisha, visit amisha.co.uk

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