TEDxRoxbury

Our inability to cope with trauma in a healthy manner requires a paradigm shift that selfcare routines, self-help books, and catchy social media quotes alone do not fully address. Community care is the missing link to self care and the healing journey. Watch Kurt Faustin's talk, "Self Care... Is NOT the Answer" at: youtu.be/hTo1tJ8PBcw Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Catch me and many other amazing creatives, thinkers and speakers on TEDxRoxbury -- I was honored to begin the talk with a grounding meditation. https://lnkd.in/ed3a5Tsn

Every day, decisions are made by elected leaders and people in power. Black people can’t afford to not be involved in politics. We must claim our seat at the table and take care of our civic well being. Watch Kristen L. Pope's talk, "Why Not Me: Claiming Your Spot in Local Politics" at: youtu.be/VKqm0fgulV4 Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Black female mentorship in the workforce is a catalyst for innovation and progress, while the eradication of gatekeeping within the Black community is crucial for fostering inclusivity and unlocking collective success. Watch Ashley Alexander's talk, "Mentoring the Future: Black Women Leading, Gatekeeping Fading" at: youtu.be/egpl32dearM Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

We aren’t responsible for our trauma, addiction, or alcoholism but we are responsible for our healing. Recovery is possible because the phrase "once an addict, always an addict," does not tell a full and accurate story. Watch Daniel REVALLION aka Mathematics' talk, "Pain to Purpose" at: youtu.be/v5PGRAaLFek Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Mental health professionals experience racial trauma in the workplace. We often say that "Black don't crack" but it's time we start to address the impact of racial trauma and weathering on our mental health and wellbeing. Watch Dr. Charmain Jackman, Ph.D.'s talk, "How to Reclaim Your Right to Wellbeing in the Workplace" at: youtu.be/Twtz8OafnBE Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Our communities are spaces of authentic learning, and we deserve to be in spaces where we can safely participate in dialogue and redefine how to navigate our mental health journeys through culturally responsive practices. Watch Alejandra Ramos Gómez’s talk, "Imperfecta: A Latina Mental Health Journey" at: youtu.be/8vIpU1yjHnQ Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Bassoonist Lecolion Washington of the Community Music Center of Boston performs Hailstork Bassoon Set and Bach Cello Suite No. 2 in D Minor at TEDxRoxbury 2024. Watch Lecolion's performance at: youtu.be/uimD4BV3aKI Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Outdoor experiences are not just in the wilderness or only meant for a certain group, but are a part of everyday life in the city, especially for Black communities, bringing empowerment, well-being, and a need to rethink how we view urban and outdoor spaces for a more inclusive society. Watch Eunyque Sykes’ talk, "Reclaiming the Outdoors: We Outside!" at: youtu.be/uPTUMhGt5WE Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston

Henning Washington is a performer, choreographer, and musician born in Memphis, TN. He started dancing at OrigiNation Cultural Arts Center at age 11, and trained in a number of different dance styles such as tap, modern, jazz, hip-hop, and African. Henning joined the City Ballet of Boston last year and hopes to continue his technical training to move closer toward his goal of entering the dance and entertainment industry, and was recently accepted into Boston Conservatory, where he will continue evolving as an artist. Watch Henning's TEDxRoxbury 2024 performance at: youtu.be/RfNwYJK2QPk Subscribe to the @TEDXRoxbury Youtube channel! #tedxroxbury #roxbury #tedx #boston