Transcending Connections

About This Project

Teresa explores the idea of human connections and shares how each one of us, although seemingly microscopic, can make a profound impact on the world. She shares her inspiring story of raising money to support women in the city of Nilphamari, Bangladesh through her own initiative.

Teresa Auntora Gomes is a student of life, Public Policy and International Development Studies at the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus (UTSC), who stands for global peace/justice, resistance and love. She is passionate about international affairs and actively engages in her local and global community. She created an initiative called Education & Equity for Women in Nilphamari, Bangladesh and hopes to continue initiatives that will inspire others.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx