In her TEDxNSCCWaterfront talk, Mi’kmaw Poet Laureate Rebecca Thomas explains Etuaptmumk: Two-Eyed Seeing. This concept

In her TEDxNSCCWaterfront talk, Mi’kmaw Poet Laureate Rebecca Thomas explains Etuaptmumk: Two-Eyed Seeing. This concept encourages integrating the strengths of Indigenous and Western knowledges, using both perspectives for the benefit of all.

As Coordinator of Aboriginal Student Services and a spoken word artist, Thomas draws from her family’s residential school history to highlight the lack of First Nations perspectives in Halifax’s history. She uses her platform to bring a cultural voice to public discussion, believing poetry empowers the voiceless and fosters healing. “Poetry can give a voice to the voiceless. Poetry can make a powerless person feel powerful. This is why I speak,” she states.

At the 2016 National Bioneers Conference, First Nations and Métis leaders, including Clayton Thomas-Muller, Jeff Baker, Eriel Deranger, Melina Laboucan Massimo, and Tara Houska, discussed truth,

At the 2016 National Bioneers Conference, First Nations and Métis leaders, including Clayton Thomas-Muller, Jeff Baker, Eriel Deranger, Melina Laboucan Massimo, and Tara Houska, discussed truth, reconciliation, residential schools, and future actions.

This presentation was part of the Indigeneity Forum, a Native-led Bioneers program that champions indigenous knowledge to address pressing environmental and social issues through respectful dialogue.

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Rebecca Lea Thomas presented her acclaimed work, "I Am Honoured," at the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word in 2015. Her performance was a highlight of the festival, showcasing her unique talent in

Rebecca Lea Thomas presented her acclaimed work, "I Am Honoured," at the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word in 2015. Her performance was a highlight of the festival, showcasing her unique talent in spoken word artistry.

This piece resonated deeply with audiences, reflecting themes of gratitude and recognition. Thomas's contribution underscored the festival's commitment to fostering diverse voices in Canadian spoken word.

On January 29, 2013, Thomas Lovejoy discussed his experiences in international conservation efforts,

On January 29, 2013, Thomas Lovejoy discussed his experiences in international conservation efforts, with a particular focus on African savannas.

Lovejoy emphasized the critical need for conscious planetary management, stating: "We still tend to think in the very short term and locally when in fact we are disturbing global systems and the way that the planet actually works. We need to consciously manage the planet."

In 2005, Eric Schmidt moderated a discussion with Thomas Friedman about his book, "The World is Flat." This event marks the earliest-known footage from a Talks at Google event.

During the

In 2005, Eric Schmidt moderated a discussion with Thomas Friedman about his book, "The World is Flat." This event marks the earliest-known footage from a Talks at Google event.

During the Q&A session, Robin Williams also made an appearance on stage.

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Rebecca Thomas serves as Halifax's poet laureate, celebrated for her unique blend of reason and rhyme.

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