Black Culture is a Protest: The Exploitation of Black Culture | Simone Jaques | TEDxYouth@FAIHS

The exploitation of black culture in pop culture is a prominent issue that is damaging to the black community. Simone Jaques asks you to rethink everything you know about our image, from the way we dress to the trends we represent ourselves through, to makeup, hair, and vocabulary. Simone Jaques is a Junior at International High School in San Francisco. She is passionate about political activism and is heavily involved in her school and local community. She is passionate about preserving and honoring black culture in the modern setting. 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