TED Talks we love
- Aug 22, 2018
- 1 min read
Want to get behind our cause and share your #notjustaprincess story?
Here are a few of our favourite references for you to find out more.
Our favourite quote from this one is "privilege is invisible to those who have it".
The title says it all, and is precisely why we take issue with the wording on kids' clothing. From the founder of an organisation we are big fans of called Girls Who Code.
Highlights the problem with labelling and perfectionism, even when applied to 'being a feminist'. And by the way, her favourite colour is pink.
We also recommend any writing by Laura Bates, who is founder of the Everyday Sexism project. Her books are brilliant. For a shorter article see her recent writing in The Economist Essays.
With thanks to Sara Parry at Inspiring Girls for sharing the first two videos with me some time ago. They have stuck with me for a long time.
Let us know what you think and please share other talks or articles on the subject in the comments.
I really like the focus on bravery, equality, and moving away from unrealistic ideas of perfection. The point about encouraging girls to be confident rather than perfect is especially meaningful. Sometimes, when I’m joking about having too much on my plate, I say, “pay for someone to take my online classes,” but this post is a good reminder that challenges are also opportunities to learn and grow.
These TED Talks offer some really thoughtful perspectives on feminism, equality, confidence, and challenging the expectations placed on girls and women. I especially like the message about choosing bravery over perfection and recognizing the invisible privileges that shape our experiences. Resources like these can also be valuable for students looking for Online class Help when exploring important social issues and different perspectives.
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I like how this list brings together different perspectives on feminism while keeping the focus on growth and reflection. I remember watching a few talks like these during a media studies class, and one discussion about privilege really stuck with me for weeks afterward. At the time I was juggling a lot of coursework and even joked with a friend about someone saying complete my online class for me. Still, talks like these make learning feel more meaningful and thought provoking.