Bellamy Young Launches Powerful New Podcast Series with CARE to Celebrate Women Leaders Worldwide
Actress and advocate Bellamy Young is set to inspire audiences with a new podcast series titled She Leads With CARE, a collaboration with the humanitarian organization CARE. The six-episode series will premiere on March 11, aligning with International Women’s Day, and will feature Young in heartfelt conversations with extraordinary women leaders from around the world. These women hail from Honduras, Jordan, Nepal, Tanzania, Ukraine, and Vietnam, each sharing their unique stories of resilience, determination, and transformative impact in their communities. By amplifying these voices, She Leads With CARE aims to highlight the power of global aid and the profound difference it can make in the lives of women and girls worldwide.
Young’s partnership with CARE is deeply personal. She has been working with the organization since 2018, and her experiences have left her deeply moved by the organization’s commitment to creating meaningful change. “I’ve seen firsthand how a little support—not just financial, but also through programs, structure, and care—can lead to lasting, transformational change,” Young shared. Her passion for CARE’s mission is evident in her enthusiasm for this podcast series, which she hopes will shed light on the incredible work being done globally to empower women and fight poverty.
CARE, founded in 1945, has long been a leader in the global fight against poverty, with a particular focus on women and girls. In 2024 alone, the organization operates in 121 countries, reaching 53 million people through 1,450 projects. Their work is more critical than ever, especially as international aid faces increasing scrutiny. Young emphasizes the timing of the podcast, stating, “This couldn’t come at a more important time. People need to hear firsthand what foreign aid does and how it changes lives.” By sharing these stories, She Leads With CARE offers a poignant reminder of the human impact behind global aid efforts.
The podcast’s six episodes are as diverse as the women featured in them. On March 11, the series kicks off with Daria Khrystenko, a Ukrainian refugee who fled to Poland with her son and mother after Russia invaded Ukraine. Despite the heartbreak of leaving behind her father, who enlisted in the Ukrainian army at 63, and her grandmother, Daria found a way to make a difference. As a teacher, she began working with CARE to help Ukrainian children integrate into Polish schools, ensuring they could continue their education despite the chaos of war. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of education to bring hope in the darkest times.
The following episodes introduce listeners to equally inspiring women. On March 18, Lilian Mkusa, a mentor and coordinator with CARE Tanzania, shares her work empowering women through financial literacy and economic development. March 25 brings the story of Ra’edah Aby Alhalweh, a plumber from Jordan who used a CARE grant to start her business and transform her community. April 4 features Bhagavati Adhikar, a land and housing rights advocate in Nepal who is fighting to secure shelter and equality for women in informal settlements. Teresa de Jesús Huete Muñoz, a farmer and women’s rights activist from Honduras, shares her journey on April 8, highlighting how CARE’s training programs have helped small-scale farmers adapt to climate change. Finally, on April 15, Ha Thi Binh from Vietnam discusses how CARE’s Village Savings and Loans Associations enabled her to achieve financial independence through coffee farming.
Each episode of She Leads With CARE is a reminder of the transformative power of women’s leadership and the difference global aid can make. Young’s conversations with these women are not just interviews; they are intimate, heartfelt exchanges that capture the essence of their journeys. Through their stories, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges women face worldwide and the ways in which organizations like CARE are helping to overcome them. As Young reflects, “These women are remarkable. They are leaders, problem-solvers, and change-makers. They remind us of what’s possible when we invest in women and girls.”
At its core, She Leads With CARE is more than just a podcast—it’s a call to action. By sharing the stories of these incredible women, Young and CARE hope to inspire listeners to support global efforts that empower women and girls. As the world continues to grapple with poverty, inequality, and conflict, the work of organizations like CARE—and the women they support—has never been more vital. Tune in to She Leads With CARE to be moved, inspired, and reminded of the power of human connection and compassion.
