In this episode of TED Talks Daily, Monica Malta, a Brazilian advocate for human rights and mental health researcher, emphasizes the crucial role of participatory research in tackling social issues within marginalized communities. She shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges, including experiences with domestic violence and an HIV diagnosis. Malta explains how her focus shifted to community-based research methods, showing that directly involving those affected leads to more meaningful and effective solutions. The podcast highlights successful initiatives like the "Prepare" college prep program and the "Rise" safety app, which have significantly improved participants' lives—over 80% of students in the "Prepare" program went on to further their education.
