How Volunteering can help Change the World | Trishya Screwvala | TEDxChennai
This piece highlights why volunteering is a transformative experience for an individual and society at large.
The video discusses the importance of volunteering and creating change in the world. The speaker talks about their experience with volunteering and how it led them to start the Lighthouse Project, a youth mentoring program. They highlight the lack of essential life skills in children from under-resourced communities and the impact of volunteering on both the volunteer and the person being helped.
The speaker emphasizes three key points about volunteering. Firstly, volunteering reminds us of our humanity and the importance of putting others' needs before our own. They share a story of a mentee who overcame challenges with the help of a volunteer. Secondly, volunteering reminds us of our interconnectedness and the impact of our actions on others. The speaker stresses the importance of being aware of the world around us and taking responsibility for our actions.
Lastly, the speaker discusses how volunteering demonstrates that sustainable change starts with individuals. They explain that being a volunteer is fulfilling our duty as contributing human beings in society. The speaker emphasizes the importance of leading by example and showing compassion, punctuality, and resilience to mentees.
In conclusion, the speaker encourages everyone to embody the spirit of a volunteer and focus on what they can give rather than what they can get. They believe that through individual and collective efforts, everyone can contribute to changing the world for the better.