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Love Tough | Abraham Henderson | TEDxProvidence

2,071 views · Published 7 December 2018 · 18:45 · Indexed 10 October 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

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The idea that you love somebody regardless of how many times they give you a reason not to. In this very personal talk, Abraham shares parts of his life story which led him to his teaching, and the importance of "Love Tough" focusing on the positives instead of the problems in interactions with students.  Abraham is a proud Providence native who has dedicated his professional career to being an educator for high risk youth and adults in and out of prison system as well as being a committed community activist. Abraham received a Bachelor's Degree in the Philosophy of Urban Education and a Masters of Fine Arts in Teaching from UMAss Amherst and Smith College respectively. Currently Abraham is a Dean at the UCAP School as well as an Aspiring Principal in the Principal Residency Network program (class of 2018-19).  Abraham is also an established artist; painter, poet and playwright. His most fulfilling and proudest work however, is being a father to his son. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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