Jilema Silver

The Power of Meaningful Connection: How One Bond Can Change Everything

This talk highlights the profound impact of meaningful human connection. Connection is the foundation of our experience, activating happiness and well-being through shared empathy and understanding. Small acts of kindness and encouragement can create a ripple effect, inspiring others and fostering lasting change. To cultivate meaningful connections, we must be present, show vulnerability, and empower others. These connections build a network of support and trust, driving individual growth and positive societal change. In a fast-paced world, intentional, genuine interactions can change lives, reminding us that even the smallest gesture can have a lasting, transformative impact.

Jilema Silver currently works as a full-time Administrative Associate I at the front desk of the Learning Resource Center at Mount San Jacinto Community College. A graduate of the May 2024 class, she served as Vice President of the Student Government Association and had the honor of being the student speaker at the graduation ceremony, where she celebrated this milestone alongside her son, who graduated on the same day. Jilema holds an Associate of Arts in Psychology and an Associate of Science in Business Administration and Management. She is also the Founder and Director of the Q.W.U.E.E.N.S organization, which stands for Quality Women Uplifting, Educating, Empowering, Networking Society. This organization is dedicated to empowering young women of color, particularly African American women, as they pursue academic and professional excellence.