TEDxMemphis

Sometimes miscommunication can result in amusing scenarios that leave all parties involved in stitches - both figuratively and literally. In this talk, Dr. Ruggiero explores medical translating through a humorous lens while stressing the idea that, as our society becomes more diverse, it is key for the healthcare field to provide better language access services and cultural competency.

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Humor is Not Lost in Translation | Dr. Diana Ruggiero | TEDxMemphis Doctors see a variety of patients everyday, but do they always understand each other? Sometimes miscommunication can result in amusing scenarios that leave a...

How can society as a whole create better outcomes by amplifying youth voices? Often, the decision-makers and storytellers in our communities are adults, but what if the key stakeholders are youth? In her 2024 talk, Skye Oduaran challenges adults to give youth voices a chance before assuming they know best.

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Why we need youth voices in journalism | Skye Oduaran | TEDxMemphis Those impacted by a decision the most should have a clear voice in the solution, but decision-makers frequently discuss options without key stakeholders in t...