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Why We Need Feminism in Adolescence | Christie Cao | TEDxGCGS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-29 16:30
[Applause] Okay. Hello everyone. I'm Chrissy.Let me start with a story. Anna Orentus was a woman from Granada, Spain who endured 40 years of domestic violence. Despite reaching out to the police multiple times, she was unable to escape from the domestic violence due to a lack of protections in Spain at that time.In 1996, she finally obtained a divorce, but Spanish law still required her to live with her ex-husband in the same house. On December 4th, 1997, she appeared on the television program where she bra ...
3 Secrets to turn attention into your Superpower | NEZHA ALAOUI | TEDxBITSPilaniDubai
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-23 15:28
Our next speaker is Miss Nza Alawi. Nza is the CEO at Women's Choice and the founder of Mesa's Foundation. A distinguished champion of gender equality.This accomplished author and social innovator develops transformative initiatives that strengthen leadership capabilities among women and young people globally. Her commitment to inclusive practices has cultivated meaningful change across communities, fostering purposeful dialogue and collective action that resonates with an international audience of more tha ...
Hatchets and Hope Women Who Dare to Challenge the System | Anna Pshehalouk | TEDxYaşamTasarımSchools
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-03 15:12
Feminism Movement & Historical Figures - Feminism is a force for equality and human rights, challenging injustice and fighting for dignity [1][2] - Kerry Nation contributed to voting rights and initiated the alcohol prohibition in the USA for 13 years during the Great Depression era [2][3] - Kerry Nation's protest against alcohol involved smashing saloons, leading to multiple arrests [6][7] - Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain advocated for Muslim women's education and empowerment in South Asia, challenging cultural and religious barriers [8][9] - Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain established a girls' school that still exists today, despite facing threats and opposition [10][11] Call to Action - The industry emphasizes the importance of breaking silence against mistreatment and challenging the notion that feminism has already achieved its goals [12] - The industry suggests that change requires individuals to stand out and use their voices to protect others [12] - The movement is ongoing and requires active participation [13]
Why feminism still maters in 21st century. | Muslima Agzamhodjaeva | TEDxYouth@TKA
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-30 16:14
Gender Equality & Feminism - Feminism fights for equality in general, including equal opportunities, salaries, and job offers for women [4] - History has often erased women's roles and contributions, favoring a patriarchal narrative [5] - Women had to publish their works under male pseudonyms to gain recognition [6] - Society undervalues the work women do, including home labor and childcare [8] - Women should have the opportunity to make decisions about their bodies, including reproductive rights [10] Gender Pay Gap & Workplace Inequality - Women often face a gender pay gap, receiving less pay than men for the same or similar work [7] - Society often blames women for prioritizing family and children, hindering their career advancement [14] - Men are easily promoted when they have the status of father [14] Education & Empowerment - In some countries, women are denied proper education, limiting their opportunities [10] - Lack of education limits women's ability to find work and achieve financial stability [12] Domestic Abuse & Justice - Women are victims of domestic abuse [15] - Corruption helps criminals to hide the truth [15]
Neko je ovđe stajao prije nas | Tijana Todorovic | TEDxPodgorica
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-23 15:45
Kako je djevojčica koju su zvali Milovan odrasla u ženu koja je ispisala novu stranicu istorije? U ovoj dirljivoj i inspirativnoj priči o porodičnoj misiji, ženskoj solidarnosti i kulturnom pamćenju, Jasna Vukićević otkriva kako je zajedno s majkom pokrenula stvaranje prve knjige i edukativnih igara o ženama koje su oblikovale Crnu Goru - da nijedna djevojčica više ne mora da dokazuje da vrijedi. Jer istorija nije potpuna dok se ne čuju i ženski glasovi. Tijana Todorovic uses performance, scenography, and t ...
Melinda French Gates Turns the Page | The Circuit
Bloomberg Originals· 2025-06-19 12:00
I wonder if people drive by. By and they're like, oh my God, it's Melinda. No.I think they just drive and go. What's going on. Melinda French Gates is opening up like never before.Your book is about transitions, about turning points. Do you feel like you've gone through it now that you've crossed the chasm. I feel like I'm still in transition.I mean, I really am, and quite frankly, I hope my whole life I embrace change. A billionaire, philanthropist, and. Investor.Please welcome back to the Late Show, Melin ...
What happens when ableism and sexism collide? | Lucy Webster | TEDxLondonBusinessSchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-16 16:41
Social Impact & Inclusion - The talk highlights how ableism impacts various aspects of life, including dating and motherhood [1] - It emphasizes the necessity of including disabled women in the fight for gender equality [1] - The speaker advocates for a more accessible and inclusive world for disabled people through media, publishing, events, and social media [1] Speaker & Advocate Profile - Lucy Webster is an anti-ableism campaigner and writer who covers disability issues for leading publications [1] - She is a prominent advocate on social media and co-founder of Every Body Queer, an events initiative for disabled LGBTQ+ people [1] - Her book, "The View From Down Here," is a memoir and a call for the full inclusion of disabled women in feminism [1]