To make the case for reparations for the toll of slavery, acclaimed writer Ta-Nehisi Coates has offered forceful advocacy and powerful data-driven argument. With his first novel, "The Water Dancer," he uses fiction to illuminate the...

* Viewer discretion advised. This video includes discussion of mature topics and may be inappropriate for some audiences. We're so used to narratives out of Africa being about war, poverty and devastation, says TED Fellow Wanuri Kahiu....

After his HIV diagnosis, former pro rugby player Gareth Thomas set out on a mission to tackle the stigma and shame that prevent people from getting the testing and care they need. In this empowering talk, Thomas shares his mission to...

Pupil outcome: I can identify and explain what makes a powerful speech. Key learning points: - Emma Watson adapts her tone and language to suit the audience and purpose of her speech. - Watson’s speech emphasises men’s involvement,...

Pupil outcome: I can explain what we can do as citizens to protect the rights of others. Key learning points: - The UNCRC protects children’s rights in 196 countries, setting guidelines to safeguard their wellbeing worldwide. - Advocacy...

Pupil outcome: I can identify and explain what makes a powerful speech. Key learning points: - Malala’s Nobel speech demonstrates that texts can have multiple purposes in order to engage an audience. - Malala demonstrates an effective...

Discover Cullen Jones's journey from a life-threatening experience to promoting water safety.

Can you imagine what it's like to be FLOTUS - the First Lady of the United States? In this video, learn about how the role of First Lady has changed over time.

Discover the inspiring story of Subhi Nahas, a Syrian gay refugee who champions LGBT rights and seeks safety and acceptance for all.

Clayton Ferrara ’08 is the National Science Director for Ideas For Us, a nonprofit with the goal of "helping to advance sustainability and environmental awareness through youth-led action." As a biologist and life-long philanthropist,...

Explore actionable steps individuals and communities can take to mitigate the impact of climate change on our oceans. Learn about reducing personal carbon footprints, advocating for environmental policies, and supporting communities...

Explore three strategies for mitigating the adverse effects of the Anthropocene era on Earth's ecosystems and communities. Learn about innovations in renewable energy, sustainable urban design, and plant-based alternatives to reduce...

Discover the inspiring story of Subhi Nahas, a Syrian gay refugee who champions LGBT rights and seeks safety and acceptance for all.

Discover Cullen Jones's journey from a life-threatening experience to promoting water safety.

John Blunt shares his journey from illiteracy to empowering others through literacy after being wrongfully incarcerated.

Meet Subaeneus, a Syrian gay refugee activist whose life took an unexpected turn amidst the chaos of war. Fleeing persecution from Al Qaeda and seeking safety from a city cleansing, Subaeneus became an advocate for LGBT and LGBT refugee...

Meet Jenny Bridges, a mezzo-soprano opera singer, who is challenging stereotypes and making opera more accessible. Breaking into an art form often seen as elitist, Jenny shares her journey from singing in church choirs to gracing world...

Step into the chilling world of Kane Hodder, renowned for portraying some of horror's most terrifying characters, including Jason Voorhees in 'Friday the 13th' and Victor Crowley in 'Hatchet.' Uncover the man behind the mask as Kane...

Following the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, thousands of Japanese-Americans were interned on U.S. soil. Determined to right this wrong, Yuri Kochiyama testified to Congress and helped those affected win $20,000 in compensation.

The first Indigenous woman to publish a memoir, Paiute educator and activist Sarah Winnemucca campaigned tirelessly for the rights of Indigenous Americans.

Present at the Stonewall Uprising of 1959, pioneering transgender activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy lived through the HIV/AIDS epidemic to fight for LGBTQ+ rights in the United States and beyond.

Actor and singer Josephine Baker spent her life resisting racial discrimination at home and abroad. During World War II, she bravely used her fame to fight back against the Nazis.

Anarchist Emma Goldman, once named the most dangerous woman in America by the FBI, left behind a complicated legacy. But who was this young radical and what did she believe in?

This video highlights four ways students can make a difference: advocacy, direct service, research, and the connection between them. By establishing a baseline and monitoring progress, students can make a real impact on issues they care...