Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) 322d ago

In this special episode of WICC Voices, we sit down with Nitisha Agrawal, founder of the Smokeless Cookstove Foundation (India), and Dorothy Kerubo, coordinator at Ecobora (Kenya), who joined the Women in Clean Cooking (WICC) program as a mentor–mentee pair. Hosted by Kelsey Bischot from the Clean Cooking Alliance, this conversation explores how mentorship can shape confidence, leadership, and cross-border collaboration in the clean cooking sector. From the power of women-led innovation to the value of learning across cultures, Nitisha and Dorothy share stories of their personal and professional journeys, reflect on challenges and growth, and offer advice for women stepping into leadership roles. Highlights include: 00:00 Opening & Introduction 02:05 Guest Introductions 05:11 What drew them to the WICC program 09:49 Lessons learned through mentorship 18:03 Sector challenges and difficulties 26:19 Cross-country insights 32:18 Encouragement for emerging women leaders Whether you’re a mentor, mentee, or simply curious about clean cooking and gender equity, this episode offers an inspiring look at what’s possible when women uplift women. 🎧 Tune in to hear how mentorship builds not only skills—but also legacy. Post-production by Ziou Chen.