Episode 4: Building Communities for Connection and Social Justice with Steven Ngo
Overview
Steven Ngo is a musician, social entrepreneur, and lawyer. When I think of all the people I know, he is the prime example of a connector. Wherever he goes, he has the ability to create communities of like-minded individuals. This includes hosting events for people to have conversations on deeper topics like self-worth and vulnerability, connecting musicians to perform music at hospitals and elderly care homes, and giving back through the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers. Most recently, Steven has been leading a movement to make reporting hate crimes more accessible after he experienced an Anti-Asian hate crime in Vancouver back in April 2021. This episode explores connections in the context of developing new relationships, but also leveraging connections to advance social justice.
Highlights & Takeaways
How he started inviting friends over to his living room for deep conversations
Letting go of our comparisons to others and challenging our perceptions around connections
The formula to building connections in new places and around your interests
The three buckets theory of social movements: champions, fence-sitters, and haters
Approaching social justice with love and kindness rather than anger
Resources Mentioned
Contact Steven: Instagram
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