Your Name is the Key! | Huda Essa | TEDxUofM

Huda Essa spoke of the power behind your name and the ways in which learning names can teach us to be more culturally inclusive. Huda Essa is a Michigan alum, educator, leader, and the founder of Culture Links, LLC. She has positively influenced countless communities through her engaging and thought-provoking learning opportunities. Huda utilizes her extensive experience as a Cultural Competency Consultant, Culturally Responsive Educator, former Teacher, and English Language Development Specialist to support organizations in successfully meeting their diversity and inclusion initiatives. She is the author of the motivational children's book, Teach Us Your Name, focused on empowering children to take pride in their many identities while showing respect for themselves and others. Huda continues to write culturally relevant children’s books and is also the producer of a series of short films focused on matters of social justice. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx