BRING THE WORLD TO YOUR CLASSROOM.
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ANGESOM TEKLU
ERITREA
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FRANCES HUI
HONG KONG
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TAHMINEH DEHBOZORGI
IRAN
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GABY BLANCO
CUBA
In the winter of 2022, our founder Daniel Di Martino was invited by a teacher in the Northeast to give a talk before a high school assembly. Di Martino, now pursuing his PhD in economics at Columbia University, happily accepted—though he felt a little uncomfortable that the teacher offered to pay for his train ticket out of her own pocket.
The talk was a great success, with many students asking for his photo and teachers approaching him in private about the importance of his message. That’s when the idea hit Daniel: if he as an immigrant could reach a new audience with the message of liberty, why couldn’t others as well?
The Dissident Project aims to do just that by empowering liberty-minded storytellers, who can speak to students like peers, and by emphasizing the values of freedom—democracy, the rule of law, and freedom of speech. This work will allow individuals to reach their full potential and contribute to the flourishing of humanity all across the world.
About us
We hold ourselves to the standards of accountability, professionalism, and respect.
accountability
We proactively look for ways to grow and improve. We transparently communicate with partners throughout the booking process to ensure a smooth event, and we always seek feedback from event attendees and partners.
Professionalism
All speakers have been trained and vetted by media professionals to communicate effectively, no matter the medium.
respect
Our team treats speakers, partners, and attendees as peers, making sure they feel heard throughout the booking process and execution of the event.
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“Angesom did a wonderful job teaching our students today. We even had some teachers drop in to learn. He had a powerful story that is so important for our younger generation to understand. We need to reach them before it's too late. Thanks again for all your hard work helping folks understand the importance of freedom.”
Brian (Mesa, AZ)
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“Thank you for being willing to come to Utah and to share your experiences with us. We are so grateful for your willingness to speak out against the tragedy our country is trying to impose upon itself. It is a very hard thing to speak out against when you see it but have not lived it.”
Craig (Salt Lake City, UT)
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“Thank you for the beautiful, insightful, and engaging experience you gave our students on Friday! They were all captivated by your life and your story-telling skills, but they learned so much. Most importantly, they discovered that one person can make a difference!”
Shelina (Washington, D.C.)
Our Team
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Alexander Norton III
PROGRAM MANAGER
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CHARLIE ANDREWS
DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Board of Advisors
Rob Schimenz - Craig Peterson - Michael Mastrianna - marianna Davidovich - Brad Lips - Reihan Salam - Simon Lee - Cynthia ElLsWorth Bader
The Dissident Project is a project of Young Voices, a non-profit talent agency for the thinkers and messengers who will define and defend the future for freedom. Read more about Young Voices on our website.