The Taboo of Menstruation - Fighting Back Through Failure
Exploring menstrual stigma in Bangladesh, Afra Fairooz shares her personal journey and discusses her NGO "Put a Period," emphasizing how failure led to success in addressing period poverty and cultural taboos.
Decolonizing Systems Through Music
Explore how music can be a powerful tool for systemic change and racial justice, drawing from personal experiences and industry evolution. Gain insights on using art to empower marginalized communities.
The Tale of Phineas Fisher
Explore the intriguing story of Phineas Fisher, a notorious hacker, through their own words and manifestos. Delve into high-profile cyber incidents involving surveillance, finance, and politics.
The Normalisation of Sexual Harassment of Women
Exploring the pervasive issue of sexual harassment against women, sharing personal experiences and research findings, and calling for action to challenge its normalization.
Entrepreneurship is All About Activism & Impact
Discover how entrepreneurship can be a powerful tool for social change and impact, balancing profitability with societal responsibility and personal well-being.
Art and Activism - Lessons from Nature
Explore how visual art can raise awareness and drive social change through nature-inspired activism, featuring artist Vibha Galhotra's diverse projects challenging environmental issues.
Invisible Ink - Harnessing the Power of Art and History
Explore how art and history can bridge divides, spark change, and empower marginalized communities. Learn to harness creative expression for social justice and personal transformation.
The Censorship of "Woke" America
Exploring the power of voice to combat injustice and censorship, Darius Wagner discusses when and how to speak up against societal challenges in America.
A.C.T. for Climate Solutions
Discover how to tackle climate change through A.C.T.: Ask questions, Collaborate with locals, and Take action. Learn from coral restoration efforts and apply these principles to create positive environmental impact.
Social Computing-Driven Activism in Youth Empowerment Organizations - Challenges and Opportunities
Explores challenges and opportunities in using social networking apps for youth-led activism, highlighting tensions between youth and staff in organizational contexts.
Finding Happiness in Body and Soul
Explore how personal conversations led to a global campaign against violence towards women, and discover the journey to finding happiness in body and soul.
Action for Africa
Riveting talk by musician and activist Bono arguing that aid to Africa is a global emergency, not just a celebrity cause. Compelling case for urgent action and support.
How to End the Food Waste Fiasco
Inspiring talk on combating food waste through dumpster diving, highlighting the abundance of edible food discarded daily and proposing solutions to reduce waste and feed the hungry.
The Making of an African Activist
Inspiring journey of Ory Okolloh, a Kenyan activist who uses technology to promote transparency and accountability in African politics, highlighting her personal story and impactful work.
Why I'm Rowing Across the Pacific
Roz Savage shares her journey from corporate life to ocean rowing, exploring personal transformation and environmental activism through her solo Pacific crossing adventure.
A Parkland Teacher's Homework for Us All
A Parkland teacher proposes three ways to address gun violence in America, inspired by student activists, and invites viewers to contribute their own solutions for a safer future.
Our Fight for Disability Rights - And Why We're Not Done Yet
Inspiring talk on disability rights activism, highlighting the historic Section 504 sit-in and emphasizing ongoing efforts for greater accessibility and inclusivity in society.
CuteCats.exe and the Arab Spring
Analysis of malware targeting activists during Middle Eastern uprisings, exploring distribution methods and impact on digital dissent and online communities.
A Saudi Woman Who Dared to Drive
Inspiring story of Manal al-Sharif's courageous act to challenge Saudi Arabia's ban on women driving, sparking a movement for women's rights and social change in the kingdom.
Civil Cyber Defense - Use Your Resources to Defend Non-Profits as They Combat Human Trafficking and Subvert Authoritarian Regimes
Volunteers and students use cyber skills to protect non-profits, activists, and journalists from threats like human trafficking and authoritarian regimes, utilizing academic resources and open-source tools to defend human rights.
Ending Conversion Therapy - My Journey Empowering LGBTQ+
A royal's journey against conversion therapy in India, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and empowerment. Discover the fight to outlaw harmful practices and create lasting change for the community.