Uplifting Refugee Women through Fashion and Connection
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore how fashion serves as a universal language to challenge stereotypes and transform the lives of young refugee women in Nairobi, Kenya. Discover the power of holistic education, mental health support, dignified livelihood opportunities, and mentorship in helping refugee women tap into their inner strength, forge connections within new communities, and achieve their dreams. Learn about RefuSHE, a nonprofit supporting urban refugee girls and young women through innovative programs, and how fashion at the intersection of art and philanthropy can create connections that transcend borders, cultures, and circumstances. Gain insights into meaningful ways to support refugees and create lasting change in your own community. This 12-minute TEDx talk by Helen Altshul, CEO of RefuSHE, offers a fresh perspective on empowering refugee women and challenging misconceptions about their resilience, creativity, and potential.
Syllabus
Uplifting Refugee Women through Fashion and Connection | Helen ALTSHUL | TEDxKitisuru
Taught by
TEDx
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