Theme: Bridges

From the spines of their backs to the rich stories from their lips, the women of New Mexico inspire, empower and transform ideas into reality. They build bridges, cross them, and sometimes they even burn them. TEDxABQWomen 2017 explores the many aspects of this year’s theme—Bridges—through talks from local leaders, performances and audience engagement.

During this time of deep divides and rising global challenges, TEDxABQWomen 2017 brings together ideas from entrepreneurs, innovators, artists, and activists—bridge builders in our community who are shaping the future of New Mexico.

KiMo Theatre
423 Central Ave
Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102
United States

ABQ Circus Arts

Circus Arts Performers

Abrianna Morales

Sexual Assault Survivor

Abrianna Morales is a sexual assault survivor, activist, and advocate for victims’ rights and empowerment for survivors of sexual assault.

Alannah Avelin

Photographer

As a self taught photographer Alannah Avelin built a successful career by breaking the rules and making things up as she went along—she was simply more committed to following her own way than she was to following the “right way”.

Jackie Moss Apodaca

Computer Coding Educator

Jackie Moss Apodaca co-founded Open Source Kids with Anthony Lupinetti in 2015 to teach elementary-age children computer science, robotics and coding. Their goal is to ensure every child in New Mexico has skills to compete in tomorrow’s job market.

Magdalena Sandoval Donahue

Geologist and Science Advocate

Dr. Magdalena Sandoval Donahue combines her background in geoscience, mobile technology and art to create data visualization tools, science-outreach efforts and education programs, with the goal of increasing science accessibility and applicability.

Mia Napolitano

Adoption Advocate

Born in Seoul, South Korea, Mia Napolitano was adopted at six-months old by a family from Santa Fe, New Mexico. She grew up not only being the only Asian person in her family, but also one of the few Asian people in New Mexico’s capital city. Today, she’s assistant general counsel for the State of New Mexico Environment Department.

Rosanna Dill

Promoter of Human Decency

Rosanna Dill is from Las Cruces, New Mexico, and grew up with relatives on both sides of the US–Mexico border. Her work has ranged from architecture to IT to film to project management.

Sidni Lamb & Sophie Toth

Mindfulness Facilitators & Poets

From international humanitarian aid worker and United Nations diplomat, to university professor, mindfulness facilitator and social entrepreneur, Sidni Lamb’s work has always aimed at facilitating connections. Sidni is a soft-spoken, courageous activist for compassion and peace. A senior in high school, Sophie Toth is an award-winning slam poet, who writes and performs poetry for empowerment and social change, as well as mentoring other poets. She has practiced mindfulness since the age of 12 when she and her family refused prescription drugs to treat her anxiety.

The Famjamily

Musicians

The Famjamily showcases some of the strongest female musicians in the city, bridging many musical genres with love. The ever-changing lineup features people from different musical backgrounds, providing a unique musical experience every performance.

Val Day-Sánchez

Educator

Val Day-Sánchez co-founded All This Publications with her friend Kendra Berglund to discuss difficult topics and increase diverse representation in media.

Zia Queens Crew

All Female Breakdance Crew