This interview features Carmen Perez, Senior Research Analyst, Global Valuation at the Committee Encouraging

This interview features Carmen Perez, Senior Research Analyst, Global Valuation at the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP). It took place at the 2013 VolunteerMatch Client Summit in New York City.

Perez discussed volunteering's crucial role in CECP's global business partnerships addressing societal issues. She highlighted its growing priority for large corporations worldwide, evolving into a strategic focus with both social and business benefits.

Craig Santos Perez is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He specializes

Craig Santos Perez is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He specializes in creative writing, eco-poetry, and Pacific literature, and is affiliate faculty with the Center for Pacific Islands Studies and the Indigenous Politics Program.

Perez's leadership roles include serving as Chair of the Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Islander Board (2017-2020) and as Director of the Creative Program (2014-2016, 2019-2020).

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on WhatsApp and Telegram. His talk offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Drawing from his experience building AI tools and founding Toko Academy, Daniel demonstrates how passion, resilience, and strategic AI use can bridge the gap between problem identification and scalable solutions. He emphasizes human-centered innovation, inspiring progress as the Lead Organizer of TEDxYola 2025.

This insightful presentation was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Climate activist Luisa Neubauer, co-founder of "Fridays For Future," envisions a future where

Climate activist Luisa Neubauer, co-founder of "Fridays For Future," envisions a future where humanity has overcome the climate crisis. She emphasizes that addressing this challenge is a collective responsibility, not limited to one generation, and offers four initial steps for anyone to become an activist.

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Luisa Daniel Perez's life transformed through a small loan, business and empowerment training, and a supportive environment.

Her story demonstrates how these resources enabled her to

Luisa Daniel Perez's life transformed through a small loan, business and empowerment training, and a supportive environment.

Her story demonstrates how these resources enabled her to positively impact her community. Watch to learn more about her journey and the change she is catalyzing.