Storytelling. An art of imagination! Elaine Muray

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Storyteller Elaine Muray immerses the audience in a unique and intense performance of narrative communications. Elaine focuses on creating clear physical transitions between characters for effective interaction bringing characters and stories to life.

Human Rights. What is our global obligation? Shelley K. White, Simmons University

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Human Rights. What is our global obligation?
Whom do we honor and whom do we fight for as a global society? Associate professor Shelley K. White of Simmons University explores human rights, questioning global obligations and access disparities. She reflects on personal experiences with death and the urgent need to honor the histories of marginalized lives. She emphasizes the different realities faced by children. Shelley is a member of WE organization, advocating for sustainable change. 

Repair Cafe North Balwyn Australia. Andrew Tynan & Anne Davey

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What sentimental items do you have at home that are broken or unused? Instead of tossing them away, consider fixing them! Repair Cafes around the world help prevent waste. Event coordinator Anne Davey and Andrew Tynan founder of North Balwyn Repair Cafe in Melbourne, emphasize the importance of developing problem-solving skills in society and mending broken belongings. Also, patrons of North Balwyn Repair Cafe share experiences. (The concept originated in Amsterdam in 2009, initiated by Martine Postma, and has since promoted sustainability at a local level.)

Right To Repair Movement. Mend It Australia’s Kaz and Dan

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Don’t throw it away! Fix it instead! The Right to Repair movement is gaining momentum worldwide. What happens to the broken items in your home? Kaz and Dan from Victoria, Australia, have years of experience repairing and restoring items in their shed. They are now offering their repair services at Repair Cafes throughout Melbourne and various locations in the state of Victoria.