Unleash Your Voice - Unleash Your Power

Discover the transformative power of mentorship in this 15-minute TEDx talk by Carol Bennett, an experienced educator and administrator. Explore Bennett's personal journey from a below-average student to an Assistant Provost, highlighting the crucial role mentors played in helping her find her voice and true passion. Learn about the silencing forces that can undervalue and marginalize individuals, and how great mentorship can counteract these effects. Gain insights into Bennett's experiences from high school through college and her career in higher education, including her roles at Indiana University and Youngstown State University. Examine real-world examples of effective mentoring and understand best practices for becoming a mentor yourself. Leave inspired to unleash your own voice and empower others through mentorship.

Intro
The silencing forces
Undervalued and marginalized
Senior English teacher
College
Mentors
Higher Expectations
Indiana University
Youngstown State University
Examples of Mentoring
Best Practices for Mentoring
Conclusion