What does it truly take to drive social change — locally and globally?

In this powerful live-recorded episode of The Social Impact Podcast, host Bree Jensen moderates a conversation with four inspiring leaders at Pepperdine University’s Social Enterprise Collective in Washington, D.C. Together, they unpack the real meaning of advocacy, how change begins, and how to stay in the fight even when the issues feel overwhelming.

Featured Speakers:

• Demara Catlett – Executive Vice President, Bryson Gillette Advocacy
• Allison Wheeler – Senior Director of Global Health Advocacy, United Nations Foundation
• Isabel Carlotta Robbie – Senior Staff Attorney for Latin America, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
• Allison Gilmore – Program Manager, John Lewis Young Leaders, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
• Moderator: Bree Jensen – Host, The Social Impact Podcast and Founder of The Social Impact Firm

Topics include grassroots activism, global health policy, youth-led advocacy, strategic litigation, and real-world case studies ranging from Brazil’s Indigenous movement to corporate accountability campaigns. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your impact, this conversation offers practical advice and powerful encouragement.

Presented in partnership with:
Pepperdine University’s Master’s in Social Entrepreneurship and Change

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In this episode of The Social Impact Podcast, we sit down with therapist, writer, and DEI advocate Carla Haskins to discuss the evolving landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and how to keep pushing forward despite challenges. Carla shares insights from her time at Rice University’s School of Architecture, her journey in mental health counseling, and the intersection of social change and resilience.

We explore the importance of radical consistency in living our values, the power of community building, and why now is the time to mobilize for justice, not retreat. Carla also offers practical advice on navigating difficult spaces, avoiding burnout, and staying committed to equity work—no matter the obstacles.

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on breaking barriers, building bridges, and owning your brilliance in every space.

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Guest hosted by Arielle Estoria

In this episode, guest host Arielle Estoria sits down with Bree Jensen, founder of The Social Impact Firm, who shares a deeply personal account of loss and recovery after the Eaton fire claimed her family home. Bree details the emotional and logistical challenges of delayed FEMA housing, insurance complications, and the financial strain of temporary living—all while highlighting the unwavering resilience of the Pasadena community.

Their candid conversation underscores how neighbors, local businesses, and community leaders are uniting to rebuild and foster long-term disaster preparedness.

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