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The Festival of Urgent Reinvetions
9:05a - 9:10a PST

Welcome

Presented by Kary Youman, emcee
Get acquainted with the day’s events and inspired by the highlights from last year's Festival.
9:10a - 9:30a PST Brief

BRIEF 1: Counter Health Misinformation

Presented by Jessica Malaty Rivera
Health misinformation is a threat to public health. How can we make reliable information more accessible in every community?

This brief is presented by Jessica Malaty Rivera, an epidemiologist focused on translating complex scientific concepts into impactful and accessible information." Watch Video
9:30a - 9:45a PST

Body Kind Yoga

Movement with Reyna Cohan
How can you channel creativity through movement? Yoga expert Reyna Cohan will guide us through thoughtful stretching.
9:45a - 10:25a PST

Unconventional Maker Economy

Not everyone has followed a linear path to become a maker. These panelists are now founders and inventors, but they weren't always.
10:25a - 11:00a PST

Break

Relax your eyes, mind, and brain. Grab some water.
11:00a - 11.10a PST

The Future of Work and AI

Inspiration by Neil Sahota
Neil Sahota, IBM master inventor and founder of the UN Innovation Lab, discusses the convergence of AI and new work practices.
11:10a - 11:20a PST

Frankie Simone

Musical Performance
Tune in for the sounds of Frankie Simone, the High Priestess of Pop. The stage is their pulpit, and their message of love and acceptance is universal.
11:20a - 11:40a PST Brief

BRIEF 2: Remedy The Digital Divide

Presented by Olatunde Sobomehin
The digital divide is a human rights issue. How can we foster talent in underrepresented communities to become leaders in the tech industry? 

This brief is presented by Olatunde Sobomehin, a serial entrepreneur focused on providing communities of color with free access to tech education." Watch Video
11:40a - 11:55a PST

Sound Bath

Yaara Valey
Immerse yourself in the dulcet tones and instrumentation of Yaara Valey, then re-center yourself for the rest of the day.
11:55a - 12:40p PST

Mistakes Were Made

Inspiration by Rick Turoczy
Get the low-down on The Portland Incubator Experiment, the mistakes that were made, and the reason they're better off because of it.
12:40 - 12:45p PST

Send Off

Presented by Kary Youman, emcee
A moment to reflect on the day, and officially wrap Day One of the Festival programming. Communication and collaboration will continue on Slack.
12:45p PST

Open Work Session

Not quite ready to quit? Join a facilitated, focused grind session on Zoom from CaveDay founder Jake Kahana
9:05a - 9:10a PST

Welcome Back

Kary Youman
A moment to kickstart the day together and set the expectations for Day Two of the Festival.
9:10a - 9:30a PST Brief

BRIEF 3: Combat Climate Change

Presented by Leah Thomas
Climate change solutions should be accessible for everyone. What are low-cost ways to combat climate change that allow more people to participate?

This brief is presented by Leah Thomas, an intersectional environmental activist and writer with a passion for social justice and environmentalism." Watch Video
9:30a - 10:15a PST

How to Zine

Workshop by Sarah Mirk
Join Sarah Mirk and see how one piece of paper, when folded and cut, can magically become a multi-page zine.
10:15a - 10:35a PST

Bronze Avery

Musical Performance
Tune in for the sultry vocals and dreamy backbeats of Bronze Avery, one of pop's exciting new voices, and our soundtrack for Day Two.
10:35a - 11:00a PST

Break

Stretch your body and rest your eyes.
11:00a - 11:10a PST

My Social Prism

Inspiration by Vicente Lorca
Hear about Vicente Lorca's Social Prism: a tool that helps define the planes of consideration when developing an idea for society.
11:10a - 11:35a PST Brief

BRIEF 4: Rethink Our Democracy

Presented by Audrey Tang
Democracy means working with the people, not just for the people. How can we enable better civic participation and dialogue between citizens and government?

This brief is presented by Audrey Tang, Taiwan's first Digital Minister and a free software programmer who believes tech can be utilized to strengthen democracy." Watch Video
11:35a - 12:00p PST

Break

Stretch your legs and grab some water.
12:00p - 12:40p PST

Storytelling as Narrative Panel

A panel hosted by Jasmine Burton
A panel with people from different spheres of influence, rooted in positive social and environmental change, reflecting on how narrative storytelling can inspire collective action.
12:40p - 12:45p PST

Acknowledgments

Presented by Kary Youman, emcee
12:45p - 1:30p PST

The Future of Finance

A panel hosted by Michael Kisselgof (Popcorn DAO)
Learn about the future of finance from people reinventing the way money moves through the world.
1:30p - 1:35p PST

Send Off

Presented by Kary Youman, emcee
A moment to reflect on the past two days and discuss the next steps for submitting your ideas and beyond.
1:35p PST

Open Work Session

Join a facilitated, focused grind session on Zoom from CaveDay founder Jake Kahana.
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