S1 #1 Jan 11, 24

How do we create a sense of belonging?

Change can alter almost everything around us—but what happens to the way we understand ourselves when it does?

Bandile Mndebele reflects on navigating change, redefining success and developing a kinder relationship with uncertainty. The conversation explores self-talk, expectations, resilience, identity and the questions worth asking when life refuses to stay still.

Change is not only about what happens around us. It can also change how we see ourselves.

Topics: change, resilience, identity, uncertainty, success, self-development, mindset and personal growth.

The Add IDEAS Podcast is an OTHERWISE production.

Creators and Guests

Host

Bandile Mndebele

Bandile Mndebele is a passionate advocate for intersectional inclusion, committed to creating equitable and inclusive environments. Their journey began at Stellenbosch University, where they pioneered a gender-neutral initiative, making it the first top South African university to recognize the gender-neutral marker, Mx. Following their academic pursuits, Bandile has held influential roles in various organisations, including serving on the Global Council for DEI and as a PRIDE Network Chair at a major S&P 500 company, where they co-founded Ubuntu South Africa. They have been instrumental in driving initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly for marginalised groups such as LGBTQ+ individuals and neurodivergent people. They have also been recognized for their leadership and impact, receiving awards such as the Top 100 Outstanding LGBT+ Future Leader and Top 100 Outstanding Executive Role Model. Through their podcast, newsletter, and speaking engagements, Bandile shares insights and inspires others to create a more just and equitable world. Their work highlights the importance of intersectional inclusion.