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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aminata Sillah, one of the most published and respected Gambian scholars in the United States, for a powerful conversation on governance, accountability, and youth leadership in The Gambia.

Dr. Sillah is a tenured Professor at Towson University, specializing in public administration, civic engagement, nonprofit accountability, and governance reform. Her work bridges theory and real life — focusing on how public policy directly affects communities, especially rural youth, women in politics, and vulnerable populations navigating crisis.

She is the author of Hope Is Not Dead, a compelling book that documents the ordeal of Fanta Darboe Jawara and explores the human cost of state power, resilience, and justice. She also authored The Gambia in Transition: Towards a New Era of Governance and Accountability, a critical examination of post-transition reforms, institutional change, and democratic consolidation in The Gambia.

Beyond her books, Dr. Sillah has published extensive peer-reviewed research on:
• Governance reform in The Gambia
• Women’s political participation
• Disaster risk management
• Civic engagement and nonprofit accountability
• Public sector leadership in the U.S. and West Africa

This conversation goes beyond politics — it’s about leadership, institutions, youth empowerment, and the future of democracy in The Gambia.

If you care about governance, accountability, national development, and the role of young people in shaping our future, this episode is for you.
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