From Grief to Purpose Nadia Todres

🎙 From Grief to Purpose: How Photographer Nadia Todres Found Hope in Haiti

Host:Isabelle von Boetticher Fouchard

Guest:Nadia Todres

In this inspiring episode of *YOU'VE GOT IT *, host Isabelle von Boetticher Fouchard welcomes acclaimed American photographer Nadia Todres. Known for her powerful visual storytelling in crisis environments, Nadia shares her deeply personal journey—from losing her father to being called to Haiti after the devastating 2010 earthquake.

Nadia recounts how her grief became a turning point that led her to a life of service through photography, amplifying the voices of adolescent girls and documenting hope in one of the world’s most challenging environments.

🎧 Whether you're navigating life transitions, searching for deeper purpose, or simply love stories of women turning pain into power—this episode is for you.

✨ In this episode, you'll learn:

- How personal grief can be transformed into meaningful action

- What called Nadia to Haiti in 2010—and why she never left

- The role of photography in healing and advocacy

- The power of showing up and being of service in times of crisis

🎙️ Episode Highlights: Nadia Todres on Finding Purpose and Home in Haiti

Hosted by Isabelle von Boetticher Fouchard

✨ From NYC to Haiti (00:01:27 – 00:02:07)

Nadia shares how her journey as a photographer led her from New York to Port-au-Prince, following the 2010 earthquake.

💔 Personal Grief Sparked a Calling (00:02:16 – 00:03:07)

After the loss of her father and witnessing the devastation in Haiti, Nadia felt a deep inner calling to go—and serve.

📸 Turning Pain into Purpose (00:04:23 – 00:05:00)

Her visit transformed into meaningful work with adolescent girls affected by the earthquake, particularly teen mothers living in camps.

🌍 Service as a Way of Life (00:05:00 – 00:05:54)

Nadia’s passion for mentoring and service aligned with Haiti’s needs. She found healing and purpose through helping others.

💬 "I never made a formal decision to stay" (00:05:55 – 00:06:32)

Nadia reflects on how living in Haiti unfolded organically—without fear or planning, just following what felt right.

🌟 Working with NGOs & Celebrities (00:06:33 – 00:07:20)

She collaborated with multiple NGOs and even worked alongside actor Rainn Wilson and his wife, Holiday, supporting girls in Gonayiv.

📍 Connect with Nadia Todres:

🔗 http://www.nadiatodres.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-todres-69911a40/

https://www.instagram.com/nadiatodres

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