Being an ally in your workplace
Are you an ally to your colleagues? Do you create a safe space for others? Samar talks about the importance of allies in the workplace!
Backing women in tech
A massive part of Samar’s community is Co-Charing the TechWomen board, to ultimately help get more females within the industry!
Living stateless, in a war and with rifles at school
Get a tiny glimpse into Samar’s journey from Jordan in the Middle East to Wellington New Zealand!
The journey matters
Hear about how Microsoft changed Samar’s outlook on her life story and why she needed to share it!
Pokemon hunting and moving the body
Ever thought about ways you can move your body more? Samar talks about the realities of movement and how catching pokemon has benefitted not only her body but her wellbeing as a whole!
Samar Alrayyes: Overcoming all odds
We talk to Samar about her journey to get to New Zealand including the Gulf War, guns at school, family sacrifice and more! We also kōrero about the many wellbeing aspects that fill Samar’s cup including cultivating space for startups to thrive, encouraging women to get into tech, helping refugees feel at home here in New Zealand and even catching pokemon with her son! This interview will touch your heart and leave you knowing that perspective is important!
