In the second episode of our series on Leading inspired by Faith, we are joined by Isabel who was born into a christian family and for whom the teaching of Jesus Christ resonated deeply from a young age. She shares with Julia why she loves leading from the back and how her faith taught her that. She has learnt the importance of showing up no matter what and the importance of mentoring the next generation of leaders. As a leader, sometimes tough love is what is needed, and this too is something she elarnt at church. At the heart of her leading is a desire and belief of diversity and inclusion and she argues that it is in fact her faith that has taught her to be this way and love all for who they are. In difficult times she prays, a personal practice she does alone, seeking guidance to do the right thing.

About the guest:

Isabel Kumwembe is Special project manager at alx africa, an organisation on a mission to identify, develop and equip Africa’s next 3 million leaders. She is also the founder of Amazon Women's Football Club.