How can lived experience and business leadership come together to tackle homelessness?
In this episode of Fear Less, Do More, host Gill Hunter sits down with Bianca Robinson, CEO of CEO Sleepout, and Kerri Douglas, their lived experience ambassador, to unpack the realities of homelessness and the powerful role empathy, leadership, and storytelling play in driving change.
Whether you’re seeking insights into homelessness, social impact leadership, lived experience advocacy, corporate responsibility, or community-driven change, this episode offers a compelling look at how individual actions and systemic reform can work hand in hand to create a more compassionate future.
Key Topics Covered
The realities and misconceptions of homelessness, especially for women
CEO Sleepout’s mission and experiential approach to raising awareness and funds
Why lived experience is essential to understanding homelessness
The role of empathy and personal storytelling in driving change
How businesses and SMEs can make a tangible social impact
Integrity, transparency, and trust in the charity sector
The emotional toll of advocacy and the importance of self-care
Humanising homelessness through connection and compassion
The need for systemic policy changeHow everyday kindness can make a real difference
