TED Talks Daily How dirt bikes and STEM ignite ingenuity in Baltimore | Brittany Young
May 26, 2021
Brittany Young, a passionate TED Fellow and STEM educator, talks about her innovative approach to teaching in Baltimore. She emphasizes how dirt biking isn't just an exhilarating hobby, but a pathway to STEM education and career opportunities. Brittany discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for youth and the transformative power of combining passion with learning. Her insights reveal how dirt bikes can spark creativity, build transferable skills, and empower communities to break the cycle of poverty.
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Dirt Biking in Baltimore
- In Baltimore, dirt bike riders face criminalization, creating a stressful situation.
- This is despite dirt biking's potential for STEM education and community building.
Brittany's STEM Journey
- Brittany Young, initially drawn to dirt biking, developed a passion for science and STEM.
- Despite facing discrimination, she persisted, driven to bring more people into STEM fields.
B360's Origin
- Personal losses and witnessing the Freddie Gray uprising fueled Brittany's desire for change.
- This led her to found B360, an organization focused on STEM education and community development.