World Humanitarian Day: TEDMED Voices for Compassion & Change
7 videos • 2 views • by TEDMED In honor of World Humanitarian Day, hear from TEDMED Speakers whose courage, compassion, and innovation are transforming lives around the world. Featured TEDMED Speakers: -Dikembe Mutombo: From NBA legend to global health advocate, using his voice and influence to champion healthcare access in Africa. -Bill Frist: A former U.S. Senate Majority Leader and transplant surgeon, shedding light on the intersection of policy, medicine, and humanitarian leadership. -Mona Hanna-Attisha: Pioneering pediatrician who exposed the Flint water crisis—showing how truth, science, and compassionate advocacy can protect entire communities. -Keenan Wyrobek: Championing tech-driven health interventions when disaster strikes—bridging innovation with immediate humanitarian relief. -Eli Beer: Founder of United Hatzalah, revolutionizing emergency response in Israel with community-first, volunteer-driven rescue networks. -Christine Nieves: Building resilience in Puerto Rico through local climate justice initiatives and community-centered adaptation strategies. -Chera Kowalski: Merging storytelling and scientific insight to humanize public health and spotlight the voices of the vulnerable. This Playlist brings together extraordinary stories that transcend medicine, activism, and the human spirit.