TED Talks Daily The most powerful woman you've never heard of | T. Morgan Dixon and Vanessa Garrison
Mar 7, 2019
T. Morgan Dixon and Vanessa Garrison are the dynamic co-founders of GirlTrek, a health initiative aimed at improving the lives of Black women through walking and activism. They shine a light on the legacy of Septima Clark, the unsung hero of the civil rights movement, whose teachings inspire their mission. Topics include the revolutionary power of grassroots movements, personal journeys along the Underground Railroad, and the call for a million women to join their health revolution. Their passionate advocacy and resilience are contagious!
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Septima Clark's Legacy
- Septima Clark, called the "architect of the civil rights movement," taught ordinary women practical skills in citizenship schools.
- These women, including Rosa Parks, Diane Nash, and Fannie Lou Hamer, became legendary activists.
Blueprint for Change-Making
- Have a bold idea, root in cultural traditions, and identify a simple goal that benefits the community.
- Never ask permission to save your own life; it is your fundamental right.
Power of One
- One trained organizer can change 100 friends' behavior.
- GirlTrek's 100,000 women have inspired another 100,000 to walk, demonstrating this principle.