Unity and division are topics that are both timely and contentious all around the world right now. In an era where politicians foment and capitalise on divisive events and topics, we need more than ever an understanding of why we believe the things we believe.
Andrew Judd takes us on his personal journey of questioning his long-held beliefs and the attitudes that surround him. Serving on the District Council for New Plymouth, and eventually as Mayor, Andrew was finally put in a position to act as a bridge between the indigenous Maori constituents of his district and the white European majority. But the work he embarked upon had to start with himself and his own attitudes and prejudices.
What beliefs are operating in your mind that you have never considered or questioned?
Are you brave enough to take a similar journey to Andrew and examine your own beliefs?
This talk was part of TEDxRuakura 2017 Landing in a position of power and thrust into the public eye, not many people manage to stay true to their word, beliefs and values when the pressure comes on. The temptation to say and do what’s popular instead of what you believe in is strong. Andrew Judd knows only too well this battle. Having served nine years at New Plymouth District Council with the last three of those as Mayor, forced him to take a long hard look in the mirror and ask some hard questions. Today, after this journey into self-awareness, he stands for justice and peace and continues to challenge systems that marginalise and isolate. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx