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Midlife Fulfilled Podcast: Thriving in Life, Career, and Leadership.
Ep 132 A Legacy of Leadership and Philanthropy Inspired by ILI Fellows | ILI 5 of 5
On this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing retired pediatrician, Dr. Juliana Otieno in part 5 of 5 of the immersive storytelling series with the Inspired Leadership Initiative (ILI) at the University of Notre Dame.
From her childhood on a Kenyan sugarcane farm to her inspiring journey in medicine and education, Dr. Otieno's life story is as captivating as it is impactful. She shares her passion as an advocate for education for girls in Kenya, her involvement in the ILI program at Notre Dame, and how it influenced her founding of the Rusalia Resource Foundation to enable girls from economically disadvantaged families in Kenya to get a high school education.
Dr. Otieno served as the only pediatrician in a regional hospital in Kenya, ensuring proper care for children despite significant challenges related to healthcare access. Her commitment to giving back to her community is heroic.
She also became the CEO of that same hospital in Kenya, taking on immense responsibility to ensure the well-being of children in the community.
Her involvement in the ILI program at Notre Dame allowed her to connect with a diverse cohort, attend classes, and share her own story with others.
Through the ILI program, Dr. Otieno was inspired to start the Rusalia Resource Foundation. The foundation now supports 30 children and aims to increase that number to 36.
Dr. Otieno has received tremendous support from the ILI community in the U.S., helping with registration and fundraising. The foundation's impact is truly a testament to the power of collaboration and shared vision.
Dr. Otieno's story illustrates the incredible impact one person can have when driven by a deep sense of purpose and commitment to being a force for good. Her work continues to be a source of inspiration to many around the world.
When you listen to this episode you will appreciate how her story exemplifies the impact of the ILI program on one person's devotion to leadership and legacy.
The Inspired Leadership Initiative at Notre Dame: https://ili.nd.edu
Dr. Juliana Otieno's Bio: https://ili.nd.edu/fellows/juliana-otieno-m-d/
Rusalia Resource Foundation: https://www.rusalia.org/home
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