# Empowering the Displaced: Simon Pereira Shorey, Founder of the International Foundation for the Displaced

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Podcast: [The Brand Called You](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brand-called-you-1170976)
Published: 2026-06-28T07:15:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tbcy/episodes/Empowering-the-Displaced-Simon-Pereira-Shorey--Founder-of-the-International-Foundation-for-the-Displaced-e3lbanp
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## Resource

Join host Stephen in this compelling episode of TBCY as he sits down with Simon Pereira Shorey, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of the International Foundation for the Displaced. Simon shares his incredible life journey—from his early days in British boarding schools, his transformative experiences during 9/11 in Manhattan, to his extensive humanitarian work in disaster response and resilience-building. Learn how Simon’s background in management, consulting for major organizations and companies, and deep empathy for underserved communities have driven him to tackle one of the world's most pressing humanitarian challenges: displacement due to conflict, disaster, and climate change. Discover inspiring stories of resilience from the field, innovative solutions using emerging technologies, and how Simon and his organization are bridging gaps left by traditional funding to empower displaced populations around the globe. If you're passionate about humanitarian action, innovation, or want to make a difference, this episode is a must-watch! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more impactful stories!

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