Synopsis for “El proyecto humano está acabado” | Teresa Asprilla | TEDxUniversidad El Bosque
In this thought-provoking TEDx talk, Teresa Asprilla confronts the existential crisis of humanity in an age of rapid technological advancement and societal change. She explores the notion that the traditional human project—the pursuit of progress, connection, and enlightenment—is reaching a critical juncture. Asprilla argues that despite our achievements, we are losing sight of our core values, becoming increasingly disconnected from each other and the world around us. Through compelling anecdotes and insightful analysis, she invites the audience to reflect on the implications of our current trajectory and challenges us to rethink what it means to be human in a fast-evolving landscape. Asprilla’s passionate call to action encourages a return to empathy, collaboration, and the importance of nurturing our collective humanity, suggesting that the future of our civilization depends on it. This engaging talk is a necessity for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of our modern condition and the future of human existence.
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Teresa, a través de tres historias de mujeres madres, racializadas, nos hace una reflexión sobre la inoperancia del marco internacional para ofrecer unas mínimas condiciones para garantizar una vida en dignidad. Proyecto colonialista, infanticidio, extraccion inmesiericorde de los recursos naturales, violencia sexual, esclavitud. Con la colonia “nace el ser humano”, el varón blanco es el protagonista de la historia. La racialización un prerequisito para la deshumanización de los pueblos. Cimarrona, negra, afrocaribeña nacida en Cartagena De Indias. Comunicadora social
egresada de la Universidad de Cartagena y magíster en Historia de la Universidad Nacional
de Colombia. Mamá de Isita divina. Activista digital antirracista y creadora de contenido en
temas de raza. Columnista invitada en donde me llamen y escritora empedernida. Una
mujer problemática, intensa y fastidiosa a la que le gusta incomodar a los demás y ponerles
a reflexionar sobre las cosas no tan chéveres de la vida. Emprendedora. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “El proyecto humano está acabado | Teresa Asprilla | TEDxUniversidad El Bosque” was uploaded on 08/07/2026 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks