Violence
A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of violence.
Video playlists about Violence
War stories
We need to talk about war. These powerful, crucial talks come from soldiers, politicians, journalists and others who've seen the reality of war firsthand.
The road to peace
Peace. It's humanity's eternal, elusive dream. These speakers offer inspired ideas, practical advice and real-world examples from around the globe of how it just might be attainable.
Let’s end the silence around abuse
In a world where so many are unable to do so, these courageous talks highlight the importance of speaking out against abuse, whether it's emotional, physical, sexual or online.
Personal stories from conflict zones
Powerful, gripping personal narratives that shed light on what it means to live in some of the world’s most dangerous and volatile regions.
Talks about Violence
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Racial violence, cast in bronze, etched in glass
The work of artist Sanford Biggers walks a fine line between poetic and provocative, brilliantly sparking discussion about race, violence and fallen heroes. Sanford Biggers grew...
Infographic: The reality of violence against women
Often, discussions about equality center around leaning in, or whether or not the glass ceiling has got cracks in it. But for many women, the focus is on surviving everyday viol...
Episode: The Violence Within Us
Violence and brutality are grim realities of life. So why are some people violent, and others aren’t? Are some of us born that way, or can anyone be pushing into committing acts of cruelty? What would it take for an ordinary person to become violent? In this hour, TED speakers explore the sinister side of human nature, and whether we’re all capable of violence. Listen now