How a small Wisconsin community united against rising hate

Wale Elegbede: It takes a community to eradicate hate · 11:18 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: Community activist Wale Elegbede explains how neighbors in La Crosse, Wisconsin, organized an interfaith response to combat racism and Islamophobia, demonstrating the power of collective care.

The video explores the formation of an interfaith group in La Crosse, Wisconsin, established as a direct response to local challenges with racism and Islamophobia. Elegbede argues that addressing discrimination is a shared responsibility and illustrates how adopting a mindset of neighborly care can improve quality of life for an entire community.

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