The Beauty Game - Challenging the Cultural Obsession with Appearance
Explore the costs of society's obsession with female beauty and its impact on women's lives, challenging the notion that a woman's primary role is to be physically attractive.
Virginia Woolf's "A Room of One's Own" - Session 1
Explore Virginia Woolf's seminal feminist text, examining its historical context and enduring relevance to gender equality and women's rights in literature and society.
Scenes from a Black Trans Life
Scholar D-L Stewart shares poetic reflections on the Black trans experience, emphasizing the urgency of "Black trans lives matter" and calling for recognition and support of this truth.
The Unpaid Work That GDP Ignores - And Why It Really Counts
Economist Marilyn Waring challenges GDP standards, advocating for a growth measurement system that values unpaid labor and environmental sustainability, offering a visionary perspective on redefining productivity and progress.
Hope and Justice for Women Who've Survived ISIS
Rabiaa El Garani shares the story of sexual violence against Yazidi women by ISIS and her work seeking justice for survivors, highlighting their resilience and the importance of bearing witness.
Tales of Passion - Isabel Allende
Renowned author Isabel Allende explores feminism, creativity, and passion, offering insights on women's empowerment and the transformative power of storytelling.
How I Stopped the Taliban from Shutting Down My School
Sakena Yacoobi's inspiring story of defying the Taliban to provide secret education in Afghanistan, highlighting her resilience, vision, and commitment to empowering women and men through learning.
Why I'm Done Trying to Be "Man Enough"
Justin Baldoni challenges traditional masculinity, encouraging men to embrace vulnerability, sensitivity, and listening. He explores redefining manhood for a more compassionate and authentic human experience.
Violence Against Women - It's a Men's Issue
Reframing violence against women as a men's issue, challenging societal norms, and calling for active male involvement in prevention and cultural change to create a safer world for all genders.
Isabel Allende - Tales of Passion
Renowned author Isabel Allende explores feminism, creativity, and passion, offering insights on women's empowerment and the power of storytelling to inspire change and foster understanding.
You Can Have It All
Inspiring talk on overcoming challenges, recognizing potential, and breaking societal barriers to achieve personal and professional success while pursuing diverse passions and goals.
How I Help Transgender Teens Become Who They Want to Be
Endocrinologist shares personal journey in treating transgender teens with hormone therapy, providing time and support during puberty for identity alignment and improved well-being.
A Little-Told Tale of Sex and Sensuality
Explore the changing landscape of sexuality in the Arab world through Shereen El Feki's five-year journey, uncovering historical openness and potential for renewed dialogue on intimacy and safety.
My Mother's Strange Definition of Empowerment
Khadija Gbla shares her journey navigating cultural clashes surrounding female empowerment, addressing female genital mutilation, and advocating for women's rights to bodily autonomy and sexual pleasure.
Is Anatomy Destiny?
Explore the blurred lines of anatomy and gender with Alice Dreger as she challenges societal norms and questions why physical characteristics should determine our fate.
What Does It Mean to Be a Citizen of the World?
Explore the concept of global citizenship and its impact on addressing worldwide issues like poverty, climate change, and inequality through collective action and shared responsibility.
Our Century's Greatest Injustice
Explore global women's oppression and the transformative power of equal access to education and economic opportunities for women in developing countries.
Women in STEM
Inspiring journey of Meagan Hill: overcoming barriers, pursuing STEM, and advocating for underrepresented minorities. From sales to materials science, her story showcases perseverance, leadership, and ambition in breaking glass ceilings.
The Real Me - My Identity, My Pride
Inspirational journey of self-acceptance, resilience, and success as an LGBTQ entrepreneur. Emphasizes the power of honesty, positivity, and community support in overcoming challenges and embracing one's true identity.
Breaking the Mould - Redefining Success as a Woman
Inspirational talk empowering women to redefine success, break societal norms, and embrace their authentic selves through captivating stories and practical advice for creating fulfilling lives.
Centering Humans in the Programming Languages Classroom: Building a Text for the Next Generation
Explore principles for designing inclusive programming language textbooks, focusing on human-centered approaches and interdisciplinary applications in computer science education.