A Conversation with Trevor Noah and Melinda French Gates

It’s not a secret that women make less money than men—in the U.S. in 2022, women earned only 82% as much as their male counterparts. When it comes to Latina women vs. non-Hispanic men, that gap widens to 54%. Aside from being exploitative, this discrepancy is bad for business. When women are undervalued, it means less talent, greater turnover and higher levels of poverty. By contrast, an economy that appreciates women’s and men’s contributions equally gains a wider range of ideas, expertise and experience. In this discussion, Trevor Noah and Melinda Gates will envision a society where everyone can both contribute and benefit.

[gracechen]

Trevor embodies grace, intelligence, and thoughtfulness. He is truly a gift to the world!

[joannego]

“A dollar goes a lot farther when it’s in a woman’s hands.” Trevor Noah

[seonhyman]

I've missed listening to the profound intelligence of Trevor Noah. It's really great hearing Mr. Noah. His voice needs to be heard more.

[ayandaskupela]

I just love how articulate and aware Trevor is. We need more people like him in places of power(politics). People who genuinely care about the economy/ society and not just in it for the dough or power.

[monicaena]

I'm a teacher and I'm so grateful to mr Noah for the power that he gives to teachers in the growth of future generations. We often feel frustrated by the way our governaments treat teachers. Thank u Trevor Noah to understand so deeply our work

[sanchari.c]

Always such a pleasure to hear Trevor Noah. The way he talks about his mother and how she helped shape his worldview is inspiring and beautiful every single time. What he said about teachers is so so true!

[christinemeyer]

I am so glad that Trevor showed us that he is much deeper than just a comedian. Now he uses his platform to give back value -added opportunities to communities.

[krishna_]

This was such a good talk. I never tire of hearing Trevor speak. He's articulate, aware and well informed, with insights that elude most.

[kathleenhoover]

Trevor Noah is an amazing human being he does so much to give back to not just his home country but the countries he visits and still doing his comedy and recognizing local groups that need support

[mollyjael]

Insightful discussion. A big thank you to the Gates Foundation for supporting Entrepreneurs in Africa. 🇰🇪

[Mycescos]

Trevor is on fire again. Smart, funny and a good human.

[raerichen]

These three people have their eyes on the future and on the needs we must supply in order to arrive at the future in a healthy, well-educated society. Thank you for this interview.

[hope]

I love that Trevor said when a women gets her power it is not only for her but for her community ❤

[thabanimyoutube]

Trevor always sounds like the smartest person in the room. 🇿🇼🇿🇼 Wonderful insight, don't forget the teachers, don't downplay the effect empowering a woman has on family and society

[jcreole]

This is one of the best conversations I heard. This group is so balanced, intelligent and all global thinkers. Every word is worth listening to and reflecting on.
They naturally reflect how men and women are part of the same team and can be naturally productive together.

[HealAndManifest]

This was a brilliant discussion. Trevor is such a thought-leader, wow!

[wawalkinshaw]

I'm humbled by this conversation. Thank you for reminding me why I chose to move from industry into education. I'm so grateful to have had parents who pushed me and challenged me and teachers who filled in the gaps so selflessly. The human beings I have mentored and thanked me for my efforts and determination to get them through the pandemic. I never did it to be thanked. They will, in turn, teach others, and that is where the true impact will be felt. There is one of me, but many students who will carry the light, and they are the key to changing future ❤

[JuhiShukla]

Huge fan of Trevor ……every sentence is so full of wisdom! 🙏🏻❤️

[sandrawilliams]

Excellent conversation. I am a firm believer that knowledge is power. Education is power. Thank you for this discussion and for bringing attention to the power of women.❤❤

[diariesofalobedugirl]

Profound😊 Been a woman and a teacher this conversation makes me happy😔👏