Asian Women For Health first launched its podcast series “Pathways from Resilience to Radiance,” in January of 2019. This program continues to amplify the voices of Asian women as they boldly share their lived experiences and health journeys, and serve as a source of insight, inspiration, and empowerment for others.
Tune in monthly with to hear from these dynamic change makers, who challenge the way we think about our own health, resilience, and self-care.
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ABOUT THE HOST
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Audrey Paek is Co-Founder of Visionary Steps Charitable Foundation (VSCF), a nonprofit that provides scholarship funding and resources for amateur dancesport athletes. Earlier in her career, Audrey worked in board relations at WGBH, Boston’s public broadcasting station, and volunteered as on-air fundraising talent.
She has been actively engaged with Asian Women For Health as past co-chair and planning committee member of the Asian American Mental Health Forum, a wellness coach for the Achieving Whole Health program, and as emcee for Asian Women For Health’s signature fundraising benefit, CelebrAsians. As host of this podcast series, Audrey encourages Asian women to share their personal health journeys as a way to inform and inspire collective healing and to help dispel stigma around mental health within Asian communities. She is a passionate advocate of women's empowerment, community health, and nonprofit leadership, and a proud alumna of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. |
RECENT PODCASTS
PODCAST EPISODE #22
Alessandra Panares
Discovering Dréa: Exploring Family History and Identity
Alessandra Panares
Discovering Dréa: Exploring Family History and Identity
Life is a journey and our path to self-discovery is rarely straight. We learn from our lived experiences, setbacks, and unexpected detours. In this episode, we speak to Alessandra (Dréa) Panares, a passionate community organizer, performing artist, and storyteller. Her innate curiosity and education in Psychology, History, and Women’s & Gender Studies have led her on a personal quest to explore the myriad of influences that have shaped her identity and understanding of her Filipina heritage. Her discoveries have informed her own health journey and impacted her community advocacy and creative pursuits in meaningful ways. Dréa’s story will inspire you to take a deeper dive into your own family history, where you can uncover and share those hidden gems that make each of us beautifully unique and interconnected.
Resource Links:
- https://linktr.ee/dreapanares
- “Portrait of the World As It Could Be” at American Repertory Theatre (ART)
https://youtu.be/8IYhne1Nhyo
More About Alessandra Panares
Alessandra “Dréa” Panares (she/her) is a queer Filipina community organizer and storyteller based on Pawtucket and Massachusetts land (Boston.) She attended Creighton University, earning degrees in Psychology and History with a minor in Women's & Gender Studies. Currently, she serves as a member of the City of Boston's SPARK Council. She volunteers with local public health and mutual aid organizations and spends her spare time on freelance creative projects. Dedicated to equity and inclusion work, Alessandra is particularly passionate about racial justice, LGBTQIA+ activism, and disability (esp mental health) advocacy.
Producer’s Note: This episode was previously recorded on 12/9/2
* For More Podcast Episodes, visit Asian Women For Health:
https://www.asianwomenforhealth.org/current-podcasts.html
DISCLAIMER:
The information on this page is not intended or implied to be a substitute for individualized mental health care, professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content in this podcast is for general information purposes only.
** If you or a loved one are struggling with mental health, check out the resources available through the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (mass.gov) or the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts (namimass.org).
Resource Links:
- https://linktr.ee/dreapanares
- “Portrait of the World As It Could Be” at American Repertory Theatre (ART)
https://youtu.be/8IYhne1Nhyo
More About Alessandra Panares
Alessandra “Dréa” Panares (she/her) is a queer Filipina community organizer and storyteller based on Pawtucket and Massachusetts land (Boston.) She attended Creighton University, earning degrees in Psychology and History with a minor in Women's & Gender Studies. Currently, she serves as a member of the City of Boston's SPARK Council. She volunteers with local public health and mutual aid organizations and spends her spare time on freelance creative projects. Dedicated to equity and inclusion work, Alessandra is particularly passionate about racial justice, LGBTQIA+ activism, and disability (esp mental health) advocacy.
Producer’s Note: This episode was previously recorded on 12/9/2
* For More Podcast Episodes, visit Asian Women For Health:
https://www.asianwomenforhealth.org/current-podcasts.html
DISCLAIMER:
The information on this page is not intended or implied to be a substitute for individualized mental health care, professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content in this podcast is for general information purposes only.
** If you or a loved one are struggling with mental health, check out the resources available through the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (mass.gov) or the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Massachusetts (namimass.org).
EPISODE #21
The Wu Way: Advocating for the Gift of Life through Organ & Tissue Donation Mary Hsiao-Ling Wu was diagnosed with renal agenesis at the tender age of three and her parents, who were immigrants from China, were told that kidney transplantation was the only option to save her life. Fortunately for Mary, she received the ultimate gift of two separate kidney transplants. How does one become a donor? Is it only for the young and healthy? Aren’t there enough organs for those who need them? In this episode, Mary helps to dispel common myths around organ donation. Her lived experience has led her to become a champion for the organ donation and transplantation community. She is also widely recognized for her role as a patient and community health advocate, speaker, and contributor to various publications and social media blogs. |
EPISODE #20
Chan Som on Telling Their Stories: Speaking Out and Embracing Gender Identity Why is it important to use proper gender pronouns? And how can we further foster an environment of inclusion and respect? For Chan Som (they/them), a queer, nonbinary Cambodian American, the path to embracing their gender-identity has been far from linear. As a public health advocate, youth mentor, and content creator, Chan has used multi-media to share personal stories for and about the LGBTQ+ community. In this podcast episode, Chan reflects on their intersectional life and experience of gender and bicultural identity, generational and cultural challenges and, ultimately, the power behind love and self-acceptance. |
* DISCLAIMER:
The information presented in these podcasts is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only.
The information presented in these podcasts is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only.