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People we will never meet | Irene Fernando | TEDxFargo

1,578 views · Published 4 November 2014 · 15:52 · Indexed 5 October 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2014 · Nonprofits & Activism

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This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Irene Fernando is a changemaker, learner, and idea refurbisher.  In 2013, she was recognized by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for 40 Under 40, and by Minnesota Business Magazine for The (Real) Power 50.

This talk was presented at TEDxYouth@Fargo, meaning its primary intended audience is youth.  Irene has done extensive work with youth over the years, ranging from middle school through college.  While designed with this audience in mind, her messages have a much broader application than any single audience.

In this talk, Irene explores how we get to be who we are today thanks to the dedication of countless leaders we will never meet, people who do not get to reap the benefits of their own work. Through stories and powerfully phrased questions, Irene inspires and challenges us to ask ourselves:  What will we do- TODAY- that will positively impact people we will never meet?

Irene Fernando is a changemaker, learner, and idea refurbisher.  She is a proud Filipino-American who moved from Carson, California to attend the University of Minnesota.  Irene has a BS in Business from the Carlson School, and is working to complete her M.Ed in Youth Development Leadership.  At age 17, Irene co-founded STLF – Students Today Leaders Forever, and currently serves as one of three co-executive directors for the organization.  STLF’s mission to reveal leadership through service, relationships, and action.  Irene spends her time volunteering and traveling.  In 2013, she was recognized by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for 40 Under 40, and by Minnesota Business Magazine for The (Real) Power 50.  

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