Baltimore Student Brings Down The House with This Amazing Speech
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2013
- A summer intern at Teach For America Baltimore, Elijah Miles delivered this inspiring speech to a group of incoming teachers at institute. Wise well beyond his years, we think Elijah's words are a great reminder about why we do the work that we do.
Elijah will begin college at Morgan State in the fall.
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Its amazing that this young man is so profound... People spend years in college and still don't get it.. *hats off to him*
Amazing young man..."extreme love for people" you, my son have inspired me more then you will every know
What a wonderful young man! He has wisdom beyond his years! I hope more young men and women inspire to achieve their greatness! I think that we're all special each and everyone of us ❤️🙏 God bless
This kid is a world changer.
Clap, clap, clap...!
As you see, wisdom doesn't come with age. It come when you ask why?, and why, and why? again.
When you're not trying to be right, but to underestand what's your paradigm, your perception of things. Only then you can underestand other paradigms and perceptions.
But most of all, love for mankind.
Thanks man!
I am so proud of you young man, you tell the truth....GET OUT THE HOOD IS WHAT IS ADVOCATED....IT HAPPEND TO ME MANY YRS AGO...SO NOW I GO TO THE HOOD TO GIVE BACK THE LOVE THAT WAS SHOWN TO ME BY MANY, MANY YEARS AGO...THANKS FOR SHARING.
Seriously amazing speech. I watched this for my speech class, but I'm making it a favorite for it's moving and compelling words and emotions that it brings. Great job, Elijah! GOD bless and keep you, brother! Well done!
Wise words, from such a young man. It's very encouraging to see heart, compassion, common sense and forethought instilled into the youth of this era.
This is a great speech that we all should take notice off, he's got a great future
what a beautiful speech
God bless this young intelligent man. i hope and pray he will get more blessing.
Boy I hope more young people would listen to him, because he is really telling it like it should be. That what is needed is to get the teachers, to teach the children to believe in themselves by making life better for their neighborhood.
What a speech! Thank you Elijah for reminding me that I am not in the wrong calling. I will keep on teaching until my last breath because of young people like you. Thank you.
So inspirational... this needs to spread all over Baltimore!! You go Elijah!!
+Sarah Covino YES!!! isn't Elijah awesome?
+Sarah Covino It is very inspirational. And it has spread much farther than Baltimore. I just heard this speech in my Urban Education class at Sacramento State. We are hearing these words across the country! Keep it up Elijah!
+Emily Epperson this is so amazing to hear. We're excited that Elijah's message is spreading across the country.
Incredibly glad I found this gem. Words do you no justice for the profundity your speech brought. Well done
Fabulous. Don't hate where you come from...change it, lead it and set the example.
we are powerful Elijah Miles and one person can make different Great speech
Well this made me cry. I'm a teacher and I hope I build this into my students at their young age.
Brother, thank you for sharing yourself with the world. God is going to continue to use you as a beacon of light that will only grow. Anyone who criticizes this man's delivery or speech etiquette I feel deeply sorry for.. the passion, and more importantly the message behind this speech is the key to a healthy, secure civilization.
Wow! That right there is exactly what keeps teachers doing what they do. No matter how hard it gets, once in a while you get a KID LIKE THAT and it makes it all worth it!
This is an amazing young man and he is someone I hope will someday go into public service. He not only empathizes with those who suffer but he has an inner strength that I believe he can share with others. I'm going to remember your name and I hope you know how many people believe in you. God bless you.
That was so beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes. I feel the same way he does. Its good to know that we have the same dream and if we can get more young people especially minorities to join us. We can do something BIG honestly we can change the world.
Amazing speech! It's a GREAT REMINDER! I needed this! Thank you! Priceless speech! Amazing story...Just thank you so much!
A person with his eyes wide open and doing something about the world he lives in, creating a change to better it. God bless him.
Thanks to "Teach for America" a wonderful example of education in action. Lets hope Elijah joins our ranks...
A different way of looking at things... Amazing speech.
Amen, brother!! I have this debate with people I know and love all the time. Those who have something to give, and those who have something to offer, cannot abandon the neighborhoods they grew up in; turn around and cast hatred and disdain at said neighborhoods; and then do nothing about creating the change they require of others who are still in those neighborhoods. If you're not part of the solution, then you're part of the problem. That simple truth is NEVER going to change...
Awwww don't cry😭😭😢
Interesting point of view; very well spoken; passionate! Change the perception...it's bigger than us!
BRAVO ! STANDING OVATION !!
Elizah...you take my breath away. That was absolutely brilliant and heartfelt. It's been a long time since I felt there could be another voice that people could hear. Thank you from the bottom of my heart....an old white 73 year old heart
My My My! Welcome aboard, young man. That was a very poignant speech. It came from a very real place. Life and its varied hardships have prepared you for this hour. That's the only way you can speak with such conviction. Surround yourself with good people. The world is waiting for you. God bless.
Phenomenal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WOW. We need more thoughtful and amazing people like this brilliant young man. Much respect.
Healthy passion well directed. Excellent!
Thank you Elijah, thank you for inspiring so many including myself. You're willingness to share yourself so freely and to call out the problems in education, to show where education has failed to motivate constructively and lovingly is powerful and reaffirming.
Amazingggg I'm speechless and emotional!
Thank you Elijah. You have truly inspired me to be a better, more dedicated, and transformational educator. I appreciate you.
I applaud you Elijah, it is our youth, ones who speak as you, who will move our country and the world into a positive direction. You give me and others a vital gift, Hope...Thank you :)
beautiful.
I am very proud of Elijah's accomplishments...he reminds me of Judge Mathis. One can rise above any situation...the key is "self determinaiton." I expect to see and hear more of Elijah in the near future. He is a blessing!
Your PASSION is commendable, sir. Keep on doing, what you're doing.
Unbelievable! I love it!
I am looking up college level speeches but this is way beyond college level. This is professional. Young man, I know you will go far and accomplish whatever you set your mind to.
Beautifully said..!!! This is a man that WILL make a difference...!! Best of luck to you in your future, I look forward to hearing more from you...👏
Amazing.
Powerful! Looks like another Dr. King in the making.
This is an excellent presentation. It speaks well of the work of Teach for America and the hope for our future.
I went on youtube, looking for an inspirational video, and I found it, thank you, and God bless, keep going and never give up
What a beautiful, powerful soul!
Bravo!! Such an incredible speaker and passionate speech. Good job Eli.
I love seeing greatness
+bstlybengali We think Elijah is awesome too!
absolutely amazing. everybody needs to hear this.
WOW!
Tearing up here... what a beautiful human. :)
absolutely incredible
one day he will be president and deservedly so
Absolutely beautiful
Wonderful speech.
How the hell can you dislike this???
+Dustin Hanor tru dat
People like to hate Christians just because XD Ohhh I love people's logic...
Elijah, that was an amazing speech! Very motivational man, I can't say enough good about it. Congrats - keep going!
+Darius Ghahary thanks for the comment! We're always inspired by students like Elijah.
Powerful man, even more powerful idea.
that was amazing!
You did an AWESOME JOB in this speech! Keep up the geat work!!!
Thank you so much for share this video. His passion and perspective will guide him through the path of success.
Thank you.
AWESOME!
Loved this speech so much! Really helped with my speech finals :)
Great to know! Thank you for sharing!
Awesome!!!
Wow what a great speech 😍
Awesome speech!
this was truly inspiring to me
We were inspired too!
Excellent using this speech for my business partners on MINDSET. Well done.
Preach!
this is the type of man you young girls should want 💯
7:07 amen
I believe your future is extremely bright. You touched on some very poignant issues that have been plaguing our inner cities communities for over 50 years. The people that live in the neighborhoods we are trying to reach are not living to their greatest potential. For whatever reason they have for not pushing into their greatness is an excuse to play victim. I live in an area in which the people are depressed, down trodden and their perception of life is fast money and getting high. This is not my opinion it is a fact that is more prevalent than those that get up for work everyday just to pay bills, with no other dreams in sight because their perception of life has been tainted.
I believe your speech was extremely empowering and your love for your community will allow you to continue to see the best your city has to offer. Continue to build a team of people that see the greater in their community, continue to believe God and know that His plan for your life is greater than your circumstances.God is opening doors right now that are going to enable you to pour into your community more than ever before.#Faith -Be blessed
how do we start to nake this change? this young man said all that is true all of our teachers told us that over 40+ years ago for me and i did just that. I did cocme back home but on my way be outa here
He so country. ...
But that something does not necessarily have to be money! It does not even have to be education. It can be love, it can be friendship. That's what he says.
Thanks for this message. So glad it's resonating. This is exactly what Teen Empowerment youth organizers express in the video: Success Means Little Without My Community. See TeenEmpowermentTV channel on RUclips (posted May 6, 2012). Please check it out.
nice bro
+Mohamed Nury thanks for the comment! We're always inspired by students like Elijah.
Listened to an interview with Dawkins about 'The Selfish Gene' which gave an interesting twist to this video. Why do we (or nature) encourage young people to flee or rise from their current environment? I'll definitely come back to this when I'm feeling in a more nurture state of mind and hopefully draw different conclusions.
Ditto...
I think he actually proved you wrong. Changed from wanting to be a drug dealer to being a young man that wants to make a positive difference where he lives.
I want to see more from this kid in the future. Please dont become a politician though it will most likely poison you!
Great argument but you can't give back unless you have something to give in the first place!
Did you not hear of Harriet Tubman? She kept going back even after she was free. If anyone chooses to stay complacent it's them that has distanced themselves from the person.
US high school diploma = middle school Korean diploma
As a New York City public school teacher entering my 12th year, I decided to make a feature film about my first 3 yrs as a teacher. The film is available on Amazon and Vimeo: Trailer: ruclips.net/video/aVzWwsB6q9s/видео.html
I wouldnt comment if i were you, Mr Armstrong. be careful what you say,
If the hood is what youre talking about.
Training From Hell works, you're welcome.
You're confused. You totally missed my point. The role of the teacher is secondary as too is that of the parent but to a lesser extent. The natural, political and social environment dictates the outcome of anyone's life. What most often don't become aware of is their own ability to choose their own path based on what is truly right for them. Modern society has become a distraction sales survival club more than an opportunity for personal growth. I hope that's clear enough for both of us.
There are many young people who get it...well done young man.
ruclips.net/video/IHjqIqr3AaA/видео.html
You don't have to be in the hood to be hurting.
The reason why people only think about themselves is because the community will never pay your rent or take care of your child if you die. To think the world is any other way is delusional.....or the musings of a childless youth with no responsibilities.
I agree it was an amazing speech, but I'm they type that wants to will move and never comeback. You can call it selfish or me not looking out for the hood but giving me.. nothing but having to look out for my safety.
Man....you are confused. would you be the same person you are today without your parents raising you?? no. Even more so with teachers. they put out hundreds of graduates each semester...and they are responsible for the future of the some of the kids they teach. I could understand what your saying if they were reaching one person at a time...but they arent.
Everybody needs to be role models, regardless of what they do and until everybody realises this, you're flogging a stubborn mule. And even then, what is a role model? A pacifist martyr who speaks in vain for charlatan communities, claiming to be victims of the society that they have together built to suit their own greed and indifference to consequence? It is a waste of time to think that those who continue to wallow in their own sympathy by their own choices can be helped?