2024 marks an extraordinary opportunity as 76 countries, representing approximately 4 billion people globally, prepare to make critical choices through the electoral process. This year isn’t just about who will lead; it’s about how these political choices will become our guides to a world in flux. A world shaped by natural forces and human actions, including climate change, geopolitical tensions, and technological redefinitions of community and work.
Choices at the polls can empower voices that have been traditionally marginalized, particularly women, who have often been sidelined in political and peace-building processes. As emphasized by UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, in her statement, “Men like to win wars; women like to end wars”, there is a profound difference in perspective that can be brought to the table.
This insight captures the essence of why it is crucial to elevate women’s roles in governance and peace. Choosing to elect or elevate women to executive leadership roles is not just a choice but a necessity for crafting a more inclusive and peaceful world. We all need to be allies who passionately advocate for the rights of all of those who have been marginalized without reservation
The Power of the Collective and Everyday Thought Leaders
In this monumental year, the collective decisions we make as communities and nations reflect our priorities and values. The leaders we elect, the policies we support, and the networks we form all contribute to our collective destiny. This is why ‘everyday’ thought leaders—those who contribute their voices within families, neighborhoods, and communities—play an essential role. These voices enrich and diversify the ongoing conversation about our future, adding layers of insight that are crucial for an inclusive, sustainable world. Their participation ensures a vision that is not only reflective of our current society but also adaptive to its evolving needs.
What’s Next?
As we progress through 2024, let us be guided by the understanding that our global and local choices are interconnected. Elections provide a mechanism for choice, but the real decisions extend beyond voting—they manifest in how we live, how we interact with our planet, and how we forge our societal values.
As Thought Leaders, we champion the power of informed, conscious decision-making. Our collective agency is the catalyst that helps us to make the choices necessary to shape a future that is inclusive, sustainable and reflective our the values we hold dear.
This year, let us act wisely, with an eye towards inclusion, peace, and sustainability. After all, in a world of choices, the most significant ones are those that advance our shared human dignity and freedom.
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THE RETURN: The Talk Boutique Salon Talks – June 13th in Toronto.
We are so excited to bring back our popular Salon Talk Series, Talk Boutique is hosting it along with our partners Laura Beauparlant of LAB Creative and Karen Agro of Agro Health. We are busily working on the theme question and the talks, however rest assured it will be thought provoking and great opportunity to meet some really interesting people.
If you haven’t been to one of our Salon’s in the past, check out our previous events https://talkboutique.com/talks/ , they always spark lots of interest and debate.
TEDx Events accepting applications
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TEDxJacksonville: https://tedxjacksonville.com/apply-to-speak/ open until June 30, 2024TEDxLeHighRiver: https://www.tedxlehighriver.com/become-a-speaker