If you had any doubt about the next generation coming up in colleges today, Kiarra Danielle Lucas will fill you with confidence in Gen Z. Today we all get a new perspective on how children can practice a kind of radical optimism, in the worst circumstances, and use it to build remarkable futures for themselves and others. Kiarra is an 18-year-old inspiration for anyone who thinks their circumstances limit their potential and her vision for the future might be just the spark you need to find exactly what you are built to contribute.

00:00 Intro & Welcome
02:54 How We Met04:04 Big Dreams10:10 New Beginning15:30 Break
18:10 Taking Advantage of Opportunities
20:49 Walking in Kiarra’s Shoes25:48 Acting Out of Fear or Love30:50 Original Courage34:17 What Do You Wish People Knew?37:18 What has to Happen Next?39:57 How do I Support?42:30 Closing