Around the world, women musicians are producing art in the face of, and sometimes inspired by, the challenges they face in society, from conflict, to human rights abuses, or simply misogyny.

In this series, 10 inspiring women musicians from diverse cultural backgrounds, talk to us from their homes and studios, about their challenges as women in a male-dominated industry, overcoming barriers, and what drives them to continue creating music.

amplifyHER is a 10-part podcast, filled with music and passion, from the United Nations, supported by SoundCloud.

Original music that appears in this episode is included with the kind permission of the artists. All rights reserved.