TEDx Talks | Social-Emotional Learning: The power of storytelling | Cindy Fumbata & Arisa Heald | TEDxMakhanda @TEDx | Uploaded 3 days ago | Updated 1 day ago
Cindy and Arisa work in the social-emotional learning space with youth. They share some actionable, heartfelt nuggets of wisdom to inspire us all to be better. Storyteller, creative, strategist, facilitator and connector of people. These are a few words that best describe Cindy Fumbata, her scope of work and most importantly the things that make her heart come alive. Cindy fell in love with the social sciences and storytelling at her alma mater, Rhodes University, through her exploration the disciplines of Psychology, Sociology and Media Management. She is currently the Director of Pupil Development at The Diocesan School for Girls in Makhanda and is passionate about teaching the youth critical life skills through the power of storytelling and helping them better understand themselves and the world around them.
Arisa was born and grew up in the beautiful nation of Zambia. She is an adventurer who loves to travel and explore the world by connecting with people and learning about culture.
With a love for learning and her driven nature, she pursued her Undergraduate, Honours and Master's degrees at Rhodes University, where she obtained a full house of distinctions. With her passion for research, she has lectured and is completing her Doctorate Degree in Industrial and Economic Sociology. Her research focuses on sustainable governance and adding value to local agri-industry that forms a part of global value chains.
Arisa keeps being drawn back into the education space, where she is currently a Pupil Development Consultant at The Diocesan School for Girls. She believes in merging her purpose, passion and heart by adding value to educational spaces through the art of storytelling, connection and fun. Her heart is set on leadership and empowering students to help them feel seen, heard, valued and celebrated.
All this to say, Arisa is committed to making a difference, whether in the governance, education, youth or social development space. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
Cindy and Arisa work in the social-emotional learning space with youth. They share some actionable, heartfelt nuggets of wisdom to inspire us all to be better. Storyteller, creative, strategist, facilitator and connector of people. These are a few words that best describe Cindy Fumbata, her scope of work and most importantly the things that make her heart come alive. Cindy fell in love with the social sciences and storytelling at her alma mater, Rhodes University, through her exploration the disciplines of Psychology, Sociology and Media Management. She is currently the Director of Pupil Development at The Diocesan School for Girls in Makhanda and is passionate about teaching the youth critical life skills through the power of storytelling and helping them better understand themselves and the world around them.
Arisa was born and grew up in the beautiful nation of Zambia. She is an adventurer who loves to travel and explore the world by connecting with people and learning about culture.
With a love for learning and her driven nature, she pursued her Undergraduate, Honours and Master's degrees at Rhodes University, where she obtained a full house of distinctions. With her passion for research, she has lectured and is completing her Doctorate Degree in Industrial and Economic Sociology. Her research focuses on sustainable governance and adding value to local agri-industry that forms a part of global value chains.
Arisa keeps being drawn back into the education space, where she is currently a Pupil Development Consultant at The Diocesan School for Girls. She believes in merging her purpose, passion and heart by adding value to educational spaces through the art of storytelling, connection and fun. Her heart is set on leadership and empowering students to help them feel seen, heard, valued and celebrated.
All this to say, Arisa is committed to making a difference, whether in the governance, education, youth or social development space. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
