If only removing disgrace were as easy as removing a tattoo. Having harshly experienced both the juvenile justice and foster care systems, Charity Chandler works passionately to address the issues and challenges plaguing our communities, women, and youth; and uses her powerful story of redemption and triumph to inspire people under the mantra, “If Charity can do it, then so can I.”

Charity Chandler-Cole is a mother, wife, motivational speaker, and social justice advocate for issues ranging from criminal justice and foster care to human trafficking.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx