Anna Wasescha
About The Episode
In this episode, Anna Wasecha shares her inspiring journey from attending an all-girls Catholic high school to leading community initiatives in rural Minnesota through the West Central Initiative. She discusses the importance of community, education, and hope in shaping a better future.
Anna shares why lifelong learning, civic engagement, and meaningful relationships are more important than ever in a rapidly changing world. She recalls stories from her childhood, her work in higher education, community foundations, prisoner education, and international travel, all of which have shaped her perspective on leadership, hope, and our shared humanity.
This conversation is inspirational, full of wisdom and hope.
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About The Podcast
Join our founder, Teresa Kittridge, as she sets out every week to interview 100 women who have made a difference in rural communities and beyond. These are women who have led positive change while overcoming challenges and breaking barriers.
We see a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families, communities, the nation, and the world. Our mission with this podcast is to highlight the amazing women making a difference in our rural communities & inspiring others to take leadership in theirs.
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