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= Natalie Warne =

Introduction
Natalie Warne is an activist, film producer, and public speaker based in Los Angeles.

Work
Born and raised in an underserved part of Chicago in a family of 5, 17 years old Natalie Warne forwent university after she discovered the Invisible Children projet. She volunteered in Rwanda for what was supposed to be a 5 months internship but turned into a 3 years employment. She then led an nationwide campaign called "The Rescue" to raise awareness about the humanitarian organization. In 2011, returning to the United States, she was asked to tell her story in Ted xTalk. The story, featured on TED.com had over 400000 views and successfully made it to the Oprah Winfrey show, representing the Invisible Children project. NPR also featured the story, as well as numerous news outlet. In betweens tours, she lived and worked in Rwanda as a film producer.

Natalie Warne gave over 200 talks in schools, universities and conferences, raising awareness about social justice and equity, as well as access and opportunity for all learners.