One of the Diversity Center's newest projects are D Talks. The idea of D Talks is similar to Ted Talks however specifically targeted to engage in topics that allow for conversation on social justice, discrimination, diversity, privilege, and experiences of individuals that want to share their culture and lives with others. D talks are something that bring the individual together with the community. Stories tell a perspective, they give insight into a person's life. It allows individuals to be real, engage with others, and to share something that they feel is significant.
For myself personally, hearing other's speak and listening and absorbing are crucial to understanding an individual. Ben Okri a prominent Nigerian poet noted "Stories can conquer fear, you know. They make the heart bigger." Stories are a beautiful, powerful, and thought-provoking experience. I challenge individuals to speak out in whatever way is best for them whether that be words, music, blogging, or whatever creative expression that best suits them.
If a D talk sounds like the expression for you email the Dcenter at dcenter@plu.edu.We would love to hear from you. May your day be filled with quality conversation and engagement with others.
For myself personally, hearing other's speak and listening and absorbing are crucial to understanding an individual. Ben Okri a prominent Nigerian poet noted "Stories can conquer fear, you know. They make the heart bigger." Stories are a beautiful, powerful, and thought-provoking experience. I challenge individuals to speak out in whatever way is best for them whether that be words, music, blogging, or whatever creative expression that best suits them.
If a D talk sounds like the expression for you email the Dcenter at dcenter@plu.edu.We would love to hear from you. May your day be filled with quality conversation and engagement with others.
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