#70: Meymuna Cattan - The Refugee Crisis, Supporting Displaced People, Healing Through Community

Afro-Indigenous to East Africa and born in a refugee camp. Meymuna Hussein-Cattan is an executive, entrepreneur, and world traveler. For the last decade, Meymuna has been the CEO of The Tiyya Foundation, an award-winning grassroots organization that supports families of immigrants, refugees, and displaced Americans. In her work, she has been helping to transform sentiments and narratives around refugees in Southern California. A creative visionary with a solutions-oriented mindset, Meymuna led the way on record-breaking initiatives including the creation of innovative programs and services that impacts nearly 1,000 people a year. This includes increases in job creation, entrepreneurship opportunities, and recreational sports inclusion for children from low-income immigrant households. Meymuna has also spearheaded fruitful partnerships with global organizations. Locally, she has been recognized by the Office of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, was a PBS/ KTLA Local Hero nominee, and was selected Woman of the Year by Congressman Adam Schiff. Notably, she established Flavors from Afar, a social enterprise that employs former-refugee chefs in Orange County and Los Angeles. Today, the restaurant is located in Little Ethiopia on Fairfax. Meymuna on Instagram: @meymunacattan Meymuna's Website: www.meymuna.com _____ YOU ARE LOVED. Helen's Instagram:@helendenham_ Helen's Website: www.helendenham.com Meditate with me on Sundays @ 8pm PST! > www.unplug.com/class-schedule 1:1 6-Week Mentorship Series Cultivating Confidence - A Self Mastery Course

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Helen Denham (De·nim) is a visionary mentor for women who are seeking to transform their lives and embody their most authentic selves. Certified as a Behavior Change Specialist, CBT Practitioner, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Facilitator, and Reiki II Healer, Helen is uniquely equipped to guide her clients on a journey of quantum healing and self-discovery. She's here to inspire and empower her community to design lives that feel authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling through transformative spiritual and action-oriented practices.With her compassionate and supportive guidance, Helen has helped hundreds of women experience profound healing, self-awareness, and a higher quality of life through her immersive mentorship program, meditation classes, and community gatherings. Helen also hosts the ‘Lifted' podcast and has interviewed over 150 thought leaders. Her history includes performing for years at top venues in NYC as a singer-songwriter, serving as the Chair of UN Women's YP Committee in NYC, teaching meditation with Unplug and the DEN in LA, helping numerous businesses grow their brands (startups, non-profits, and private practices) and traveling the globe to study mindfulness. Visit www.helendenham.com and IG @helendenham_ for more.