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The Power of Hope and Inner Light | Brianna Pezon | TEDxUWRiverFalls

1,222 views · Published 3 June 2015 · 14:53 · Indexed 22 September 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2015 · Nonprofits & Activism

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A personal story of using determination and inner hope to overcome tremendous adversity.

Brianna is a 5th year senior at UW-River Falls and will graduate with her undergraduate degree in Social Work May 2015. She will also be continuing her education at the University of Minnesota this fall to pursue her Masters degree in Social Work specializing in Clinical Mental Health. Right now, Brianna is an intern at Valhalla Place working with those who struggle with addiction to opiate drugs, and hopes to work with those who struggle with all addictions in a mental health setting.

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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