TEDx Talks | The Innovators Who Let Me Be | Gabrielle Christie | TEDxYouth@RMSST @TEDx | Uploaded 3 days ago | Updated 1 day ago
Gabrielle Christie highlights Black innovators who made it possible for her to stand up and speak. She also discusses the impact of learning about these individuals on the psyche of young Black children. When considering innovation, most people think of scientific discoveries or technological advancements. Christie aims to expand the definition of traditional innovators to include more unsung heroes. In her view, these unsung heroes act as the blueprint for the acclaimed. While the greats at the forefront of every movement are often remembered, the contributions of those who might not win a popularity contest remain significant today Gabrielle Christie is an 11th grade student at Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology. She finds joy and purpose in speaking to people. Gabrielles passion for communication drives her to share her opinions, stories, and thoughts with a broader audience. Her ultimate goal is to help people, especially those in unseen groups, by shedding light on global issues and making the world a better place. 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
Gabrielle Christie highlights Black innovators who made it possible for her to stand up and speak. She also discusses the impact of learning about these individuals on the psyche of young Black children. When considering innovation, most people think of scientific discoveries or technological advancements. Christie aims to expand the definition of traditional innovators to include more unsung heroes. In her view, these unsung heroes act as the blueprint for the acclaimed. While the greats at the forefront of every movement are often remembered, the contributions of those who might not win a popularity contest remain significant today Gabrielle Christie is an 11th grade student at Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology. She finds joy and purpose in speaking to people. Gabrielles passion for communication drives her to share her opinions, stories, and thoughts with a broader audience. Her ultimate goal is to help people, especially those in unseen groups, by shedding light on global issues and making the world a better place. 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
