After a devastating tornado, Michael Woods and Dream Builders 4 Equity are doing more than rebuilding homes, they’re restoring hope, wealth, and ownership in communities long overlooked.
In this powerful piece, Michael shares how their youth-led model is reshaping North St. Louis and redefining what recovery really means.
In recognition of Social Wellness Month, TEDxStLouis speaker Amy Camie, a certified therapeutic clinical musician, shares how music can deepen empathy, build connection, and nurture relationships. Through personal story, science, and reflection, she invites us to listen in a new way that brings us closer to ourselves and each other
Read MoreJune is a month of fresh starts — for graduates and career-changers alike. In this TEDxStLouis Speaker Spotlight, Betsy Cohen explores where the future of work is heading, from AI-powered roles to climate-driven careers, and how you can prepare to seize new opportunities.
Read MoreIn honor of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, TEDxStLouis speaker and advocate Mason Aid reminds us that showing up for LGBTQ, especially trans and nonbinary, communities is more urgent than ever. Small actions matter, and allyship can start with simply saying, “I’m so glad to see you.”
Read MoreCan sustainability drive profit? In this inspiring post, Companion founder Josh Allen shares how small changes in a local bakery sparked big results—cutting waste, restoring purpose, and boosting the bottom line. Discover how sustainability became the key to growth, and how other businesses can follow the same path.
Read MoreWomen's History Month is a call to action to honor the trailblazing women of St. Louis and beyond while fighting for gender equality to ensure the next generation of women leaders have the opportunities they deserve.
Read MoreThe Mill Creek Valley Oral History Project is reclaiming the untold stories of a once-vibrant Black community erased by urban renewal to ensure its legacy lives beyond memory.
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