Volunteering: empowering others, empowering yourself​ | Kamilla Sultanova | TEDxHelsinkiUniversity

[@ulugbeknur]

TEDx Talks - is undoubtedly a prestigious stage. I am proud to see an Uzbek woman to present on a stage of this level. I've seen Sheryl Sandberg, Amy Cuddy, Melinda Gates, Julie Lythcott-Haims and other women leaders on TED stages; and, Kamilla's topic was as timely important as theirs. Kamilla presented on a topic that is much needed - although oftentimes ignored or unappreciated among the Uzbek youth - within Uzbekistan. I hope her talk will inspire many youth - particularly women - in Uzbekistan. I also hope that Kamilla will soon introduce a research-based systematic guideline on how Uzbek youth can participate in volunteering opportunities to address unresolved issues and be able to contribute to the country's development as global citizens.

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Thank you so much Ulugbeknur for the kind feedback and suggestions. I couldnot agree more the timing is good when Uzbekistan is opening up and in the middle of reforms and I was already invited to give a speech about volunteering in spring 2018 even before TEDx. With baby steps I am sure we can all make a little difference for boys and girls! Thanks again!

[@ridwan-oladimeji-ojo]

I searched the internet to understand the core of volunteering and how I can immerse myself in it so as to be fulfilled that I really volunteered, then I stumbled upon this video. This seems to be the best video for me. However, there are details therein that we can actually look into as individuals. Those details are what made her. We all can't be Kamilla but we all can be changemakers through volunteering. I think that's my take. Thank you TEDx for giving this stage to Kamilla.

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you Ridwan, I am so glad to hear it has given you a good reasoning. In times like covid right. now, I find it as a necessity to be engaged and look after one another and still pursue tiny little steps towards our goals and dreams. Wish you well.

[@mehriyoldosheva3356]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@irodakarimova]

When you volunteer, everybody wins!

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you Iroda, that is right and this year in 2020 we realised how everybody truly wins - hope you have good chances to volunteer and give back to your community.

[@TierraWatkins]

Kamila, it was so important to hear your story! I got involved in volunteering when I was around 12 or 13 as well and for many of the same reasons: feeling like I wanted to change the world while breaking stereotypes and facing fears! Thank you for sharing this Tedx Talk :)

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Dear Tierra, Many thanks for sharing your feedback and I can so echo your experience too. I hope I can give this joy to my daughter and that we can do it intentionally and get all the joy and ripple effect of relational literacy, empowerment and inclusion. Wish you well!

[@Mallyqt]

Very inspiring story Kamilla! Amazing to hear about how you realised the barriers while growing up and you did something about it to improve yourself. Great to hear about your impact on others!

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you so much for your feedback, this speech has brought me closer to so many individuals who are like-minded. I am grateful for the volunteers behind Tedx team to organise this event and making it possible to share my story.

[@mehriyoldosheva3356]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@yayraabduraimova3009]

I am proud to see our Uzbek girl on this stage. The topic is very in need. Her speech is very organized. I wonder how long did you prepare your speech to reach this level? It is perfect. The reason for leaving our country was not a strong argument.

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Yarya assalom aleykum, it took several coaching sessions from February to May, so roughly 3 months and perhaps focused 2 months. I have recorded it multiple times to hear feedback and work with my TEDx coaches and I would recommend to tap into resources of ted talks as well as toastmasters. There are plenty ways to become a speaker and I do encourage you to practice a speech which is 5-6 minutes. And then you can build up on it. Start today!

[@samrahahmed6464]

@@KamillaSultanovaWorld your speech is amazing! I am very passionate about volunteering and have volunteered multiple times since I was a teenager, now I look forward to my kids also volunteering! Thanks 💖

[@oyeyemiakibu1814]

@@KamillaSultanovaWorld You did it well.

[@karshitv6082]

She is ours. We are proud of her

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Katta Rahmat!

[@jonathanguillarme3118]

Amazing encouragement speech ! Thank you

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you so much Jonathan, I appreciate your feedback. Wish you well.

[@calistajay8376]

I am very passionated about volunteering and this has made me more passionate. I also am very passionate in inclusion. My friend groups are not only white Americans like I am. I have many different nationalities people when it comes to friends. Although, I do not have any Uzbekistan friends I would not be opposed to having one. Keep up your hard work.

[@mehriyoldosheva3356]

All Uzbeks are so pleased to you and appreciated your opinion about Uzbeks. Anytime, you want, make a visit to Uzbekistan and you will be witness to that your thoughts are true. In addition, l believe you are welcomed by any Uzbek and you make sure that you have right point of view about making uzbek friends We wait you in Uzbekistan 💫

[@kseniiazhuk7525]

"Living abroad I could make sure that he entire world could be my home" ❤

[@britishprofit2806]

it's great

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you I am glad to hear it was a positive experience! have a great 2024! Rise and live life authentic to you!

[@adibaakhmadalieva9687]

You are insparation for uzbek youth! i wish to attand your lectures in Tashkent!

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Thank you Adiba!

[@samueltheafrican]

This is beautiful. Thank you ❤️

[@Maxwellgrande_]

Thank you

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Thank you for feedback. Hope you have ways to do volunteering where you are.

[@aidak15]

What a wonderful story by Kamilla! Thank you for sharing it!

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you so much for your comment and watching! Let's rise and live life authentic to ourselves!

[@AZIZUR...]

🤗😎

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

katta rahmat! thank you!

[@pierreepohmoudio7609]

Inspiring

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you so much! I an so glad you found it inspiring, I hope you can find ways to volunteer and live a life authentic to you!

[@pratheesh9766]

Thank you madam

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you for feedback!

[@zhanna8761]

Very inspiring!👍🏻

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Thank you!

[@jeesaan-nuorivapaaehtoisto9564]

Excellent speech!

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Thank you!

[@timothyleoraj789]

great speech

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Thank you for your comment and feedback Timothy!

[@mirv836]

I am proud to be Uzbek.

[@fatimaagzamova8430]

Жуда к,ойил колдим. Узларини тутишлари гапиришлари хакикий узбек аёли.

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

Katta rahmat Fatima, sizga doimo omad tilayman.

[@arrianalex]

Omg who wrote subtitle? It's not Pakistan, but Uzbekistan, shame 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@iamitabonita7034]

how colors can influence your self love...

[@KamillaSultanovaWorld]

thank you, colors are life-giving and enriching it took me a while to embrace it and not hide it. Thanks again or your comment.