Fat, Black and Woman | Annalisa Toccara | TEDxSheffieldHallamUniversity

...the universe sees us differently, and behind the colour of our skins, and the layers of our flesh are a thousand thoughts and a thousand capabilities. Annalisa Toccara talks about how difficult it is living in a world that is judgemental and stereotypes people like her. Annalisa explains in this talk how she has fought through the pains of depression to create a healthy space around for her self and for others who are less confident. Annalisa Toccara is an award-winning cultural producer, freelance journalist, and digital strategist. With a degree in Theology and an incoming MA in International Public and Political Communication from The University of Sheffield, Annalisa is the founder of a leading social enterprise, Our Mel and in 2017, launched Sheffield’s first Black History Month Festival. Annalisa is also Head of Campaigns, Policy and Communications at Press Red - a charity educating, equipping and empowering on gender-based violence. Annalisa was honoured to receive a Women’s Centenary Award by the Lord Mayor of Sheffield in 2018 and is one of the Northern Power Women 2019 Future List. 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