The Fight for Democracy and the Planet Begins in the Classroom

Explore a transformative TEDx talk by Lauren E. Graham, a social entrepreneur, environmentalist, and educator, who proposes a revolutionary new social contract. Discover how Graham combines education, sustainability, social action, and biomimicry to create an interdisciplinary decision-making and movement-building framework. Learn about her diverse background in environment and sustainability, social innovation, and creative media for public engagement. Gain insights into Graham's roles as chief of staff at Hunger Free America and CEO of Velvet Frame, a social impact strategy consultancy. Understand her approach to working with nonprofits, startups, and mission-driven organizations using an ecosystems perspective. Explore Graham's academic contributions as an adjunct professor teaching courses on nonprofit management, leadership, sustainability, and entrepreneurship at various institutions. Delve into her educational background, which includes degrees from Stanford University, Yale School of Environment, and the University of Pennsylvania.