In this episodeĀ of Say It Skillfully, Molly is joined by global humanitarian volunteer, Alison Thompson, whose journey inspires us to serve our community and world in ways we may never have imagined. Growing up in Australia, her father a preacher, Alison moved frequently in a missionary lifestyle and she found herself most comfortable in her early habitats of developing world and jungle. Along her way to her dream role, Alison's career took her to nursing, math teacher, investment banker, and film school. She implores, "Don't be scared to take a new path!"
On September 11th, 2001, Alison lost 64 friends and her life trajectory changed. She worked for 9 months as a first responder at Ground Zero and shares how she managed to cope, and then to thrive, after something so senseless. In founding "Third Wave Volunteers"ā€”30,000 medical and non-medical volunteers on the ground responding to disasters globallyā€”Alison takes you through mistakes, learnings, and the highs and lows. Hear how each of us can make a difference, as she shares her experience with large aid organizations and the power of a hug that doesn't let go.Ā
