The Power of One is the Power of Many

You have probably heard the quote "Be the change you want to see in the world," by Mahatma Gandhi. In fact. one person can make a difference, but thinking that we have to do it alone can be daunting. Recognizing that the ideas of one can fuel the action of many is empowering. Let's dive in together and see how the ideas of one person in our community can inspire us all to influence important social change.

Below you see a group of individuals. These are local thought leaders - artists, scientists, educators, engineers - who have creative ideas worth sharing. Click on each person below and listen to a brief introduction to their passion and life experience. Then decide who you'd like to learn more with - click the link next to their image and enjoy the journey!

Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead - Noemi Hernandez-Balcazar

Salt Lake artist and educator Noemi Hernandez-Balcazar takes students on a personal journey into the iconic Day of the Dead celebration. Noemi shows us how the Mexican traditions of Día de los Muertos are a pathway to understanding Mexican values expressed in art, food, folklore, music, history, and geography. ​

Art, Culture and Identity - Pilar Pobil (coming soon)

Treetop Canopy Science and Conservation - Nalini Nadkarni (coming soon)