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Integrating People of Color | Bernard Hankins | TEDxCharlottesville

1,213 views · Published 11 January 2016 · 13:36 · Indexed 20 September 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2016 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Bernard Hankins, artist and entrepreneur, believes that artistic imagination is the key to creating a more empathetic world.  “What if we thought of ourselves as people of colors?”

Bernard Hankins is inspiration trapped inside of a human body. Sometimes that inspiration takes the shape of musician, filmmaker, spoken word poet, creative catalyst, or entrepreneur. At the moment that inspiration has chosen to reside in Charlottesville, VA.  Bernard grew up in Chesapeake, VA,  and then attended The School of Architecture at The University of Virginia where he used his Hip Hop skills to inform his design projects. In fact, he was voted by his graduating class a to deliver a commencement rap called “The Pursuit of Passion” where he  ignited everyone to wholeheartedly do what they love.  Throughout the years Bernard has taught many workshops  to adults and children ranging from Hip Hop, poetry,  creativity, identity and more. He has performed at countless open mics and organized many creative events within the city of Charlottesville.  Bernard is not only a creator but also a catalyst who inspires others to create. Currently Mr. Hankins is a co-founder of Cypher.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

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