TED: How one small idea led to $1 million of paid water bills | Tiffani Ashley Bell

The video discusses a water crisis in Detroit, where many residents faced water shutoffs due to unpaid bills. The speaker, motivated by personal connection and social justice, used programming skills and social media to create a platform for paying off water bills. This initiative provided immediate relief and inspired community involvement, highlighting the power of small actions. The speaker encourages viewers to notice problems and take action, addressing criticisms by emphasizing the importance of providing relief and sparking change.

What was the main issue faced by people in Detroit as mentioned in the video?

• Food shortages

• Lack of electricity

• Unpaid water bills

• Housing crisis

What motivated the speaker to take action regarding the water crisis?

• A sense of injustice and personal connection

• A challenge from a friend

• Personal family ties to Detroit

• A request from local authorities

How did the speaker initially plan to help those affected by the water crisis?

• By contacting the media

• By paying off water bills

• By organizing a protest

• By creating a nonprofit organization

What tool did the speaker use to facilitate the payment of water bills?

• A mobile app

• A website

• A phone hotline

• A community center

What was the initial reaction of the community to the speaker's initiative?

• Criticism

• Confusion

• Indifference

• Support and participation

What is the speaker's response to the criticism that their efforts are just a 'Band-Aid'?

• They ignore the criticism

• They plan to start a new project

• They agree and stopped the initiative

• They argue that small actions can provide relief

What broader impact did the speaker's initiative have?

• It led to a new law

• It inspired other cities to offer assistance

• It was ignored by policymakers

• It was featured in a documentary

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to make a difference?

• A lot of money

• A large team

• Government support

• Being 'somebody' who takes action

What example does the speaker give to illustrate taking small actions?

• Writing a book

• Running a marathon

• Paying off lunch money debt

• Starting a business

What is the speaker's ultimate goal in their work?

• To travel the world

• To make water more affordable and a human right

• To earn a lot of money

• To become famous