Racism Wants Your Silence: It’s Time to Speak Out by Dexter Dias
“Will the horrific death of George Floyd and the global Black Lives Matter protests be a turning-point in the struggle for racial justice? Human rights lawyer Dexter Dias QC...
The Last Industrial Frontier by Victoria Chavez-Herrera
“Chavez-Herrera talks about the push for equality and the advancement of women and minorities in long-segregated industries. Victoria is a Grand Junction, Colorado native with a BS in Mechanical...TEDx Presents “It’s Ok to Not Be Ok” by Tiffany Haynes
“Tiffany Haynes is a Clinical psychologist and mental health researcher who focuses on improving access to mental health services in underserved communities. Haynes seeks to improve our...An Ode to The African Woman in America by Oluwafolabomi Olujimi
“Oluwafolabomi ‘Bomi’ Olujimi has undergone a journey full of transformation and discoveries about herself. Through spoken word, she highlights the key aspects of her identity and encourages...
The Humanizing Power of Music by Evan Jasica
“Inspired by music therapy’s ability to unlock memories, improve communication, and process emotions, high school senior and music enthusiast Evan Jasica wonders how we can apply that power to...
How Hollywood Reinforces Latinx Stereotypes by Wendy Echeverria
“Latinx stereotypes are all around us, and they seem to come from everywhere. In her talk, Wendy discusses how much of this comes from Hollywood, and what we need to do to change this. Wendy...
From TEDx: Advocacy Against Police Brutality- Hands Up Act by Travis Washington
“Travis Washington was heavily involved in advocacy work and action in the community, with a focus on voter registration and change in legislation. His advocacy is the foundation for the...The Theater of Gender Play by Jo Michael Rezes
“Gender Rehearsativity” discusses the expansive, freeing, and experimental ways that playing with gender in theatrical rehearsal and acting classrooms can be applied to our everyday lives. Pulling...