Theme: Civic Engagement

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

Wayfinding Academy
8010 N. Charleston Ave.
Portland, Oregon, 97203
United States

Anita Yap

Founding Partner of MultiCultural Collaborative

Anita Yap is the founding partner of the MultiCultural Collaborative, providing strategies and services to engage with diverse communities for equity, capacity building, community visioning, urban design and public policy advocacy. Anita is an active community member serving on the boards of the Regional Arts and Culture Council (RACC), the Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon (APANO) and the Jade International District Steering Committee.

Jesse Beason

Vice President of Public Affairs - Northwest Health Foundation

Jesse Beason is the Vice President of Public Affairs at Northwest Health Foundation, leading communications, public policy, government relations and partnership development. Jesse serves on Amplify’s board of directors and the Steering Committee of the Portland African American Leadership Forum. and is member emeritus of the Portland Housing Advisory Commission, Regional Arts & Culture Council, National Community Land Trust Network (now Grounded Solutions) and Yes for Affordable Homes Executive Committee.