How Communities Can Spark Global Change | Jennifer Borrero | TEDxBalchStreet

Jennifer Borrero, founder of Youth Housing Coalition, shares her personal journey of the American Dream and the varying pathways to get there. She discusses the broader issues of housing as a human right and the urgency for reform. The speech urges individuals to build with their community, advocating for grassroots efforts to address systemic problems. The importance of challenging stereotypes and initiating conversations for long-term change is emphasized. Jennifer reminds us that with collective action we can reshape an unjust system for a more equitable world.
"Jennifer Borrero is a Global Ambassador for the United Nations Association and the Founder of Youth Housing Coalition, the nation's largest nonprofit organization providing training in Sustainable Development to youth. She is a futurist with a passion for championing Latinx representation. In 2015 Jennifer began working on international human rights issues in Nicaragua, since then, she has specialized in advocacy for affordable housing and youth activism across the globe. She currently serves on the Disaster Action Team with the Red cross, traveling to provide humanitarian aid when natural disasters strike.
Her work sits at the intersection of Political Theory and Social Justice. She holds a Masters Degree in Healthcare Administration. You can find her baking in her free time." This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx