The Transformative Power of Volunteering | Matilda Ogunleye | TEDxCrandall University
This talk highlights how volunteering can be a powerful force for both community impact and personal transformation. The speaker shares compelling stories from their own journey and from others whose lives were changed through acts of service. From building empathy and skills to fostering a sense of purpose and connection, the talk reveals how volunteering doesn't just change the world, it changes the volunteer. It’s a call to action for individuals to step outside themselves, give back, and discover the deeper fulfillment that comes from serving others. Media professional with over 15 years of diverse experience in media production - spanning radio, television, and film as well as Live event production and management.
Tilly, as she is fondly called, served as the Official Compere of Africa's Largest Beauty Tradeshow THE MAKEUP FAIR SERIES for over a decade and has hosted several corporate and social functions. Nigeria Box Office Year Book ranked her the #2 on the Highest Grossing Producer of 2021. Additionally, she holds a Masters in Organizational Management and is a certified Project Manager.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Matilda is dedicated to community service, actively volunteering in various school programs and her church's music ministry. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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