Safwat Saleem
Award-Winning Artist & Designer | Visual Storytelling for Social Change
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Safwat Saleem is an award-winning Pakistani-American artist, designer, and filmmaker. As the Creative Director for the Obama White House, he developed impactful visual campaigns that promoted diversity, inclusion, and civic engagement.
Saleem's TED Talks have reached millions, showcasing how design can be a powerful tool for social impact. His bold, visually striking keynotes inspire audiences to rethink how they see the world and use their creative talents to drive positive change.
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Why I keep speaking up, even when people mock my accent
Artist Safwat Saleem grew up with a stutter -- but as an independent animator, he decided to do his own voiceovers to give life to his characters. When YouTube commenters started mocking his Pakistani accent, it crushed him, and his voice began to leave his work. Hear how this TED Fellow reclaimed his voice and confidence in this charming, thoughtful talk.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED | 2016 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada |
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