My Body, My Pride - Breaking Beauty Standards

Explore the powerful topic of body shaming and its impact on mental and emotional well-being in this inspiring TEDx talk. Delve into the insensitivity surrounding comments on body shapes and their damaging consequences. Follow Joy Tony's personal journey as she shares her experiences and insights on overcoming body shaming and embracing individual uniqueness. Discover the importance of celebrating diversity and appreciating our bodies as incredible vessels. Learn about Tony's background as a social entrepreneur dedicated to rural development, particularly supporting marginalized women and girls in Nigeria. Gain inspiration from her achievements, including her induction into the Ashoka Fellowship and recognition as an Associate Fellow of the Royal Commonwealth Society. Understand how Tony's work through Durian empowers rural women to become change agents and create thriving, circular communities. Reflect on the true meaning of development for rural communities and the importance of breaking beauty standards.