While volunteering in underprivileged communities in Cairo an idea sparked in Radwa Rostom's mind. That was to build ‘humane’ housing for the marginalized, using eco-friendly materials. It sat in her mind as she pursued numerous different working positions to acquire the skills she needed to make this idea a reality. In October 2015, Hand Over was born, a social enterprise that builds sustainable, resilient and affordable houses for low-income families in Egyptian slums. Today, Hand Over is an award-winning enterprise transforming Egypt's construction industry and changing the lives of many. Together with our host, Christian Ehl, they discuss the importance of having a calling, human-centred design and what it is going to take to make the planet great again.

We hope this episode inspires you to go out and do something for the planet too. We can do better, together.

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Mentions and links:

Hand Over

The DO School

Ashoka

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