In her talk, Ximena Silva explores whether prosecuting criminals with mental illnesses equally under the law is just and fair, and examines the challenging roles of prisons and mental hospitals.

17-year-old Ximena Silva adores traveling and desires to study advertising and public relations in the United States. In anticipation of the move, she is interested in social justice and the political environment of the country.

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