Explore how mathematics can be applied to solve real-world problems and facilitate community development in this 15-minute TEDx talk by Dr. Lucy Muthoni, a Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence from Kenya. Discover various projects in Kenya and the USA where mathematical principles have been used to change millions of lives. Learn about the practical applications of mathematics in decision-making processes and how it can address societal issues. Gain insights from Dr. Muthoni's extensive experience as a senior lecturer of mathematics and actuarial science, and her involvement in various mathematical societies. Demystify the perceived abstractness of mathematics and understand its crucial role in everyday problem-solving and community advancement.