Banks are the primary creators of money. This raises the question of whether society should reclaim this sovereign power through public ownership of financial institutions.

Ellen Brown,

Banks are the primary creators of money. This raises the question of whether society should reclaim this sovereign power through public ownership of financial institutions.

Ellen Brown, founder of the Public Banking Institute, advocates for owning banks—or at least some of them. She argues this would safeguard public and private deposits, redirect profits to the public interest, ensure control over credit allocation, and reduce government expenses.

Matt Damon and Gary White's book, "The Worth of Water," chronicles their mission to end the global water crisis. It illuminates the urgent reality that over three-quarters of a billion people lack

Matt Damon and Gary White's book, "The Worth of Water," chronicles their mission to end the global water crisis. It illuminates the urgent reality that over three-quarters of a billion people lack clean water, and 1.7 billion lack access to a toilet, perpetuating poverty and disease worldwide.

The authors, co-founders of Water.org and WaterEquity, share their conviction that this crisis is solvable. Through market-driven solutions, their organizations have empowered over 40 million people across various regions with access to vital water and sanitation. All book proceeds support Water.org.

Learn more about their impactful work at Water.org and WaterEquity. Purchase "The Worth of Water" here: Book Link.

Renée Brown, Chief Marketing Officer for Retail Financial Services at TIAA, will discuss her life and career as a lesbian, mother, and person of faith in the workplace.

Bringing over 25

Renée Brown, Chief Marketing Officer for Retail Financial Services at TIAA, will discuss her life and career as a lesbian, mother, and person of faith in the workplace.

Bringing over 25 years of marketing, media, and leadership experience, Renée also serves on the Board of Directors for Out and Equal Workplace Advocates, among other board positions. The session will be moderated by Melanie Pastuck.

In this animated RSA Short, Dr. Brené Brown explains that genuine empathic connection, crucial for easing pain, requires us to bravely acknowledge our own fragilities. This insightful talk was

In this animated RSA Short, Dr. Brené Brown explains that genuine empathic connection, crucial for easing pain, requires us to bravely acknowledge our own fragilities. This insightful talk was published on December 10, 2013.

A research professor and best-selling author, Dr. Brown has spent a decade studying vulnerability, courage, worthiness, and shame. Watch her full talk, "The Power of Vulnerability," or explore her book, *Daring Greatly: How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent and Lead* (Penguin Portfolio, 2013).

Find more from the RSA, follow them on Twitter and Facebook. Animation by Katy Davis.

Veronica Mentor, a University of Florida student and powerful spoken word poet, shares her personal journey. Her work explores the struggles and experiences of growing up as a brown

Veronica Mentor, a University of Florida student and powerful spoken word poet, shares her personal journey. Her work explores the struggles and experiences of growing up as a brown girl.

This compelling talk was presented at TEDxUF, an independently organized event following the TED conference format.

My name is Indigo Williams Brown. I am a senior at Hampton University, majoring in Political Science (Pre-Law track) and minoring in Marine and Environmental Science.

My academic focus

My name is Indigo Williams Brown. I am a senior at Hampton University, majoring in Political Science (Pre-Law track) and minoring in Marine and Environmental Science.

My academic focus areas are Environmental Justice and Marine Reserves.

Logan Brown, a freshman at High Tech High School, argues for a more engaging approach to teaching math, often considered the cornerstone of STEM education.

Brown, whose diverse interests

Logan Brown, a freshman at High Tech High School, argues for a more engaging approach to teaching math, often considered the cornerstone of STEM education.

Brown, whose diverse interests include programming, physics, AI, and playing the piano, presented his ideas at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the future of our children and grandchildren.

Nathan's Peace Corps service in Africa ignited his passion for sustainable living and community. This led him to co-found Food

Nathan's Peace Corps service in Africa ignited his passion for sustainable living and community. This led him to co-found Food Waves in 2010 with Matt Brown, Benjamin Green, and Bobbie Brown.

Food Waves focuses on producing organic food for the local Portland, Oregon market. They champion "small acre stewardship" and sustainable agriculture as solutions to environmental challenges, aiming to develop future farmers by providing essential technical and financial support.