Why diverse creators are better for film | Aletha Shepherd | TEDxReigate

Aletha's unconventional journey into filmmaking began when she stopped chasing her dreams, gained a deeper understanding of her uniqueness and better realized what she had to say about the world.
Through this, Aletha began to appreciate the importance of allowing different voices to be heard and why it's essential that we tell stories.
Film is one of the great imprints we leave on this earth. If the landscape of the types of stories being told continues to expand, then we can truly showcase what it means to be human.
Instead of just chasing our passions, let's also tap into our talents. When we embrace who we truly are, it allows us to be authentic storytellers, weaving a richer tapestry that celebrates the beauty of humanity. Capturing these stories on film is our legacy. Aletha Shepherd founded Shot of Tea, a new wave production company dedicated to inclusive, female-led storytelling. She was recently honoured with the 2023 Women of the Future Award for Arts & Culture in recognition of her resilience and tenacity in the industry. Aletha continues to shape Shot of Tea, crafting compelling narratives for a global audience.
Aletha focuses on the power of unconventional paths in filmmaking, a champion of diversity and inclusion to reshape the industry's narrative landscape. 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

[@lydiamiller1611]

What an Amazing and phenomenal young lady. So so happy for your beautiful daughter, and so proud. 🙏🏿🥰

[@roseshepherd2759]

So proud of you hun. Excellent!❤

[@VanessaDonovanx]

Fantastic talk Aletha.

[@AliciaSeffras]

Amazing Aletha. So proud ❤

[@shezhodge]

Keep going onwards and up wards and you shall fly❤

[@SocaPhD]

Excellent presentation.

[@CoraHamer]

Eloquent orator, "Kudos," exceptional ✅ Beautiful lady, full of resilience, perseverance. Go girl , expand, God Bless ❤

[@rambo10025]

That was a great speech, keep winning.