Almost three years ago, I made a choice. I chose not to give into the oppression and pressure forced on me by my own government. So instead, I chose to step into a new chapter of my life.One where I could be the writer and the warrior of my own story. I could fight for what I wanted. With that being said, let me give you a little bit of information about myself so you guys get to know me.I was 16 when for the very first time I came here in the United States, especially in this college. Stepping to the class ...

Challenges Faced by Adoptees and Foster Youth - Approximately 30% of foster youth encounter legal issues [2] - Less than 3% of foster youth achieve college graduation [2] - Adoptees face an elevated risk of mental health disorders, relationship challenges, and substance abuse [2] - A study indicates that 46% of adoptees and foster respondents feel invisible in their workplaces [13] - Only 24% of adoptees and foster respondents feel a sense of belonging at work [13] - Only 10% of adoptees and foster respondents feel they have access to mentors who understand them [13] Addressing Representation and Empowerment - 92% of adoptees and foster respondents expressed a desire for a platform addressing professional adoptees and fosters, showcasing positive representation [13] - The speaker launched a national study in 2023 focusing on transracially adopted individuals and foster youth of color to understand their workplace experiences [12] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-worth, letting go of limiting beliefs, and actively fighting for oneself to overcome past challenges [18][20][22]

You have a power to change a life. You just need a courage to use. I have all the reason in the world to not to be here today. I have all the excuse to not have a good job or a good life.When I were 14, I dropped out of school and I became a street kid. So what happened. How come a kid leading on the street become a CEO.Here is photo of me in the black t-shirt and my foot on the soccer ball. When I were a child, my parent [clears throat] were really poor. They didn't have enough money for me to go to school ...

Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Dreams - The speaker recounts a personal journey of recovery from severe post-traumatic stress disorder following a road traffic accident [1] - The journey involved overcoming fear, anxiety, and depression to fulfill a dream of driving from the United Kingdom to India [3][9] - The speaker drove solo through 32 countries in 57 days, covering 35,383 kilometers [4] Expedition Details and Challenges - The expedition included driving through nine mountain ranges, nine time zones, the Arctic Circle, and three major deserts [5] - The speaker acted as their own mechanic and doctor, performing car repairs and administering first aid in remote locations [6] - Pre-expedition preparations included cooking and freezing two months' worth of meals for the family [7] Inspiring Others and Personal Growth - The journey was described as a pilgrimage and a conversation with oneself, emphasizing personal exploration and growth [8][9] - The speaker highlights the importance of overcoming fear and taking journeys within oneself to inspire and motivate others [10] - The speaker emphasizes that anything is possible with determination and that individuals have the power to overcome their own challenges [9][10] Positive Interactions and Humanity - The speaker shares instances of kindness and help received from strangers along the way, highlighting the positive aspects of humanity [16][19] - Examples include a family in Kyistan offering a meal and a mechanic in China fixing a car suspension for free [16] - The speaker also mentions being treated favorably at the Russia-Latvia border due to being perceived as Indian [17][18][19]

Yeah, thank you. So, how can how can we use media to connect rather than to divide. How can media through storytelling strengthen community rather than breaking them.So, these are questions I will be answering my course of explaining my slides to you. So my name is Myi and you've read my bio. So how many of you have seen this weapon before this weapon um is used mostly by mothers whenever we do something wrong. So this weapon which is supposed to be a cleaning tool used to cleaning the house is also a weapo ...

[प्रशंसा] मेरा नाम जनक पटा मगन है। 40 साल की जर्नी है मेरी जिसको दो भाग में मैं बात करूंगी आपके साथ। अह पहला है बर्ली डेवलपमेंट इंस्टट्यूट फॉर रूरल वुमेन जहां पर आके मैंने चंडीगढ़ छोड़ के आके मैंने अपना जीवन समर्पित किया भाई पाइनियर के नाते और 2011 तक वहां सेवा देने के बाद मैंने और मेरे पति ने डिसाइड किया कि हम लोग अब एक गांव में रहेंगे। संस्था को लोगों को बहुत ऊंचाई पर जाने के बाद लोगों को हैंड ओवर करके चले जाइए। ऐसा ना हो कि हमारे जाने के साथ संस्था भी चली जाए क्योंकि ऐसा बहुत देखा था मैंने। ये मेरा फोटो ...

We all carry one of these, right. Bags. It comes in different colors and shapes and sizes, and it's made in multiple different fabrics.But it all has one purpose, to hold what we choose to carry. But what if I told you that this bag isn't just about what's inside, but rather about who packed it. Because from the moment a girl is born, the society already starts packing her bag for her.Not with books or pencils, but instead with labels and expectations. And even before she gets a chance to open her own bag, ...

[music] So, my name is Rafiat. I'm uh I run an organization called Footsteps. I am a social entrepreneur by profession. And being a social entrepreneur means being able to take risks.But this wasn't always in my plan. I actually had a life plan when I was young. So when I was young, my plan was to get good grades in school, go to a top IV league university, graduate with like a 4.0% perfect GPA, work at the UN for like 20 years, and then start my own nonprofit once I came back.But at the age of 17 in high s ...

[Music] [Applause] I am a poet, a storyteller. London, China. It's not even a cliche that when you educate a girl, you educate a nation.A girl does not belong to the society for domestication. She belongs to the community for developmental solution. Girls belong to society as an institution.They are not looking for a buyer. What they look for is that every child is to lift something higher. Cha.Behind every successful man, there is a woman supporting his mission. And behind every successful community, there ...

Storytelling & Impact - Stories are 22 times more memorable than facts or statistics, serving as tools for connection, memory, and learning [1] - Every story matters, even the smallest ones, as they can create the biggest change [11] - Sharing stories can change someone's tomorrow [13][15] Personal Growth & Resilience - Hardships are gifts that provide strength, empathy, and direction [10] - One cannot change their story but can reframe how they tell it [10] - Barriers can become bridges, and one's culture and background can be superpowers [12] Empowerment & Authenticity - The world needs individuals to shine and be bold, not to shrink [14] - Sharing one's story helps others find theirs [14] - Instead of trying to fit in, one needs to stand out [13] Lessons Learned - Feel your story, learn from it, and lift from it to inspire others [11][12] - When life flips you, flip it back by feeling it, lifting it, and powering on [12]