Latanya Mapp Frett: Young Feminists Lead the Way

The episode features a conversation between Shiphrah Belonguel, a Girls' Globe Fellow, and Latanya Mapp Frett, President and CEO of Global Fund for Women.

Latanya shares her personal journey into feminist grant-making, highlighting her experiences growing up as a black woman in the United States and her dedication to justice.

A turning point in her career occurred in Ethiopia, where she realized the importance of centering work around the actual needs of marginalized groups, particularly in sexual and reproductive health.

Latanya emphasizes the significance of changing hearts and minds to disrupt systems and advocates for a common narrative on sexual and reproductive health for women and girls. She discusses how Global Fund for Women involves adolescent girls in advisory roles, integrating their perspectives into the organization's governance and digital presence.

The conversation touches on the challenges of the online space, emphasizing the need to protect young activists from online violence.

Shiphrah concludes the podcast by asking Latanya for a message to young activists and feminists worldwide. Latanya encourages them to continue voicing their concerns, emphasizing the importance of their voices in creating a feminist future.