TEDxAlbany

TEDxAlbany (x = independently organized TED event). Ideas worth spreading. Our next event is December 7, 2017.

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Tedx Albany 2019 is live at @overit! Visit the link below to watch our livestream. #tedxalbany2019 #tedxalbany #tedx

https://t.co/Ll8Iwjuf9J

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By the time the active-shooter protocol is in action, it's likely someone is already dead. How can we prevent casualties? #TEDxAlbany

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Situational awareness is the perception of the environment around you so you can act before something bad becomes a reality. #TEDxAlbany

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Folks, you gotta see this red-nosed speaker. #TEDxAlbany https://t.co/Ll8Iwjuf9J

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The average person can't learn situational awareness. It's not easily accessible. #TEDxAlbany

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Our final talk is next! Rick Collins: Be Aware & Stay Aware.

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Arts and creativity: foster connection, diminish fear and inspire trust. #TEDxAlbany

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Emceeing @TEDxAlbany is no easy task. Hats off to @SCJarzombek for asking thoughtful questions and doing an amazing job keeping our program moving!

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We're taking a break till 3 p.m. Up next: Nick Pozek: Culture and Creativity Can Prevent WWIII. THIS FEELS IMPORTANT. #TEDxAlbany

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We can build a better country when we accommodate women of color. Celebrate, listen and acknowledge women of color. Be an ally. Recommend WIC for jobs and opportunities. Support WIC small business and entrepreneurship. #TEDxAlbany

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We need a shift away from the "angry black woman" stereotype. We need to recognize black and Latina women's power, grace, skill, and leadership. #TEDxAlbany

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It wasn't that women of color didn't feel they had the skills to compete in tech. They felt that their work was constantly doubted and undermined. #TEDxAlbany

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Less than 5% of doctorate degrees are awarded to black or Latina women in science and tech #TEDxAlbany

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White men are 418% more likely to hold executive positions than black women #TEDxAlbany

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Coming up! Yulkendy Valdez & Sonia Mañjon: Why Women of Color are the Future of Tech. Catch it here: https://t.co/Ll8Iwjuf9J

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A trans woman in Uganda told her story--told a counternarrative--that helped Ugandans see queer, trans people as neighbors deserving of rights and protection. Watch the trailer for Cleopatra's documentary here. https://t.co/6vastkKlEn

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We're uncomfortable around leaders who put on a show or a pretense. We're more likely to embrace the vision of a leader if we can relate to the speaker. #TEDxAlbany

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Vulnerability is your power. Share your true stories and people will see your humanity. #TEDxAlbany

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Next up! Mike De Socio: Why Leaders Must Be Vulnerable to Create Change. Streaming here: https://t.co/Ll8Iwjuf9J

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Understanding trauma's impact helps us have more compassion and empathy for others. #TEDxAlbany

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Sometimes understanding memories with your adult perspective can help you overcome trauma. #TEDxAlbany