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

Dianna Martinez, a mentee, becoming a mentor at 20 years old talks about taking action, getting involved and creating herself. A gentle petite giant of community spirit. A listener and actor.

Dianna is a sensitive young woman starting her journey of self-discovery.

Dianna is a mentor at the Los Fotos projects, a photography program for Latina youth established to provide avenues of self-expression through imagery and storytelling, an artist and College Student at Cal State Los Angeles. A Community Volunteer in Boyle Heights. Dianna is active in community gardens, community art and performing arts at CASA 0101.