In this new episode of ‘Narratives of Purpose’, Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi and Shamala Hinrichsen join host Claire Murigande to discuss the innovative app "SheHer" designed to advance women's health by providing accessible healthcare information and fostering a supportive community.

Both Shamala and Mariatheresa emphasise the importance of centring women's dignity in healthcare, highlighting the disparities that still exist in the industry.

They share their personal journeys into the health tech space and the biases female founders encounter when seeking funding, illustrating the broader societal challenges that persist even in progressive sectors like health tech.

By collaborating and leveraging their diverse backgrounds, Mariatheresa and Shamala, together with their three co-founders, aim to revolutionise women’s health and encourage others to join in this vital work.

This episode encourages a rethinking of how healthcare solutions are developed and delivered, advocating for a model that prioritises the voices and needs of women, particularly those from marginalised communities.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

RELEVANT LINKS:

• More about the SheHer app at this website
• Follow the SheHer app: Instagram
• Connect with Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi: LINKEDIN
• Connect with Shamala Hinrichsen: LINKEDIN

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This second part of our Women's Health series is supported by We Shape Tech.

CHAPTERS:

00:06 - Welcome to Narratives of Purpose

00:55 - Meet Shamala Hinrichsen and Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi

01:33 - The Mission of SheHer App

03:48 - Shamala's Journey into Health Tech

03:00 - Mariatheresa's Background in Tech

06:30 - Building a Diverse Team for Women's Health

11:18 - The Importance of Women's Stories

21:32 - Challenges Faced by Female Founders

35:48 - Calls to Action for Listeners

38:23 - Closing Remarks and Future Outlook