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“I believe that public space belongs to the public,” says Lesley Perkes.

Today we focus on South Africa through a TED talk by Lesley Perkes. TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics – from science to business to global issues. Independently run TEDx events help share ideas in communities around the world.

Port Elizabeth’s local TEDx chapter is to be found here: www.TEDxPortElizabeth.org.za.

In this talk Lesley Perkes, CEO of the Art Project Management company AAW!, reawakens community conversation and neglected places by creating inviting interactive spaces.

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Alan Straton

Chief Cook, Bottle Washer and Broom Mechanic at MyPE
Passionate about Port Elizabeth and definitely NOT packing for Perth. Alan's ethos is epitomised in the words of Nelson Mandela; "I have fought against white domination and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the idea of a democratic and free society. If need be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die." See more articles by Alan.