As a neurodivergent child going to school far from home, Misan Harriman found solace in the internet -- "an endless library of the extraordinary," as he calls it. In this powerful talk, he shares his journey as a self-taught photographer of extraordinary range, from covering the greatest civil rights movements of our lifetimes to becoming the first Black man to shoot a cover for British Vogue. A reminder that each one of us can find our own ways to create a better world for all.

Misan Harriman: The power of an image — and the mind behind it

The power of an image — and the mind behind it

Misan Harriman's journey from a dyslexic, neurodivergent child to a self-taught photographer challenges societal norms on learning.

Witnessing Misha Baryshnikov's dance and hearing Sarah Vaughan's voice, Harriman highlights the healing power of art on mental health.

Harnessing the internet as a 'library of the extraordinary,' a dyslexic mind explores art, sparking a transformative journey in photography.