Meet Trinidad Tellez
About Trinidad
Dr. Trinidad Tellez is a family physician, community-based participatory health disparities researcher, educator, and public health and health policy professional with over 20 years of experience in both the private and public sectors. She is currently the Principal of [Health] Equity Strategies, LLC. She has called New Hampshire home since 2002.
Q&A
Why do you believe people need to hear your talk? I think we’re living in really challenging times, and I want to urge people to be really cognizant of the importance of paying attention to what’s happening. And to not allow intentional distortions to cloud their understanding.
Sometimes we’re busy with our lives and can’t necessarily pay attention to everything. And so we hear something and we think “that’s the way it is.” I want to push people to… think for themselves, and then decide what’s right.
What are 3 words you would use to describe your talk? Equity, justice, love
What made you want to be a part of TEDxAM? I feel like I have some things to say that some people might find helpful, and I’m just grateful I was selected. When I was nominated, I took it as a sign from the universe that I should at least try and throw my hat in the ring.
What does community here in New Hampshire mean to you? Community is a big part of my life every day. My work is community building, often for people who are not remembered or who may feel not as welcome in many spaces or places. So [I really value] intentional community-building… bringing people together so they can support each other.
What do you hope audiences take away after hearing your talk? I hope people remember that we’re all interconnected and really need to support each other and work together to create the future we want.
This or That
Coffee or tea? Both
Early bird or night owl? Definitely a night owl
Favorite New Hampshire spot? Our house? (laughs)
One word to describe TEDxAM? Stimulating
What’s your favorite way to learn something new? That’s interesting… I guess I’m a visual learner. And I like movement and dance. So some combination of those.
Mountains, lakes, or seacoast? Definitely the ocean.
What’s one thing you’re excited about right now? I’m excited that my daughter’s home for the summer.
Do you have a favorite TED talk? Camara Jones’ “Allegories on Race and Racism”
