Teen Vogue Summit TurnUp: Full Schedule

11:05am EDT

Breakout Session: Thinking of Running for Office? Emily's List Will Show You Where To Start

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Join Emily’s List and former NYC Council candidate Amanda Farias for a crash course in getting started running for office. They’ll reveal questions to ask yourself if you’re thinking about taking the plunge into running, tips on how to find the right race for you, and best practices to set yourself up for success.

Speakers

Amanda Farias

Former Candidate for NYC Council

Amanda Farias is a lifelong Bronxite with a passion for public service. Born and raised in the Soundview section of the Bronx, Amanda is a second-generation American of Puerto Rican and Dominican descent. Soon after graduating from St. John’s University with a Master’s Degree... Read More →

Mŭthoni Wambu Kraal

Vice President of National Outreach and Training, EMILY’s List

Mŭthoni Wambu Kraal is the Vice President of National Outreach and Training where she oversees the implementation of EMILY’s List training programs and developing strategic partnerships. Raised by two passionate educators who met through community activism, she attributes her... Read More →

Friday June 1, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm EDT
Workshop Room 600

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3:20pm EDT

Breakout Session: Knowing Your Self-Worth is Power. Learn How to Use It.

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At some point, we will all find ourselves in situations where we are in the minority--but that doesn't mean we don't have a wealth of knowledge, perspective, and skills to offer. And for Sue Obeidi, an American Muslim woman working to improve the portrayal of Islam and Muslims in television and film, there is no tool more important in such situations than knowing her own value. For this workshop, Sue will engage participants in identifying, honoring, and cultivating the unique values they bring to the world and prepare them to carry that self-worth into their lives and careers.

Speakers

Sue Obeidi

Director of the Hollywood Bureau, Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC)

We are experiencing a new kind of Golden Age in Hollywood. The movement for inclusion of all marginalized communities is changing the landscape of the silver screen and television before our eyes, and an influx of talent and fresh perspectives are energizing this powerful media. A... Read More →

Friday June 1, 2018 3:20pm - 4:30pm EDT
Workshop Room 600