Episode notes
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Nyasha Gondora—scientist, federal public servant, board leader, and one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch. We talk about her journey from Zimbabwe to North America, her transition from wet lab research into health policy and leadership, and how her Christian faith, resilience, and community supported her through each chapter. Nyasha opens up about the power of transferable skills gained during her PhD, how she used strategic postdoc fellowships to shift her career, and the importance of dreaming boldly. We also explore her current roles on two organizational boards, her involvement in the Black Wealth Club, and her advice for PhD students feeling stuck or uncertain about their future.
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