Demystifying the Myth of the "Urban Pioneer" (2012) – LaToya Ruby Frazier

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Demystifying the Myth of the “Urban Pioneer” (2012)

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A creative solution for the water crisis in Flint, Michigan

LaToya spent five months living in Flint, Michigan, documenting the lives of those affected by the city's water crisis for her photo essay Flint is Family. As the crisis dragged on, she realized it was going to take more than a series of photos to bring relief. In this inspiring, surprising TED talk, she shares the creative lengths she went to in order to bring free, clean water to the people of Flint.

Read more • Watch LaToya's talk on TED.com