The Wisdom of Walking Slowly | Jeannie Berwick | TEDxUofW

Описание: Jeannie Berwick reflects on the lessons gathered from her work with the Tseltal people of Chiapas, Mexico through One Equal Heart Foundation. She notices how their leaders are chosen based on their patience and slow tread.

For over 20 years Jeannie Berwick worked as lawyer, advocating for immigrants and refugees who were forced to leave their homes because of violence and poverty. In 1998, she made her first visit to Chiapas, Mexico, in response to a call for international solidarity as the region was gripped by military violence. Since then, she has returned to Chiapas once or twice a year to partner with indigenous Tseltal Maya communities. In 2006, she co-founded and currently serves as Executive Director of a nonprofit, One Equal Heart Foundation, that works with Tseltal communities to build sustainable food systems, vibrant economies, and equitable opportunities for women. Jeannie sees her work with One Equal Heart as a response to her earlier experience with immigrants and refugees who shared their stories about the agonizing decision to leave loved ones in search of safety and survival. With One Equal Heart, Jeannie can be part of the work to create sustainable alternatives so people can remain in the place they call home.


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