Science and Serendipity | Diana Chorna | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
What if the next world-changing breakthrough begins with a simple question no one has dared to ask yet? Drawing on real-world examples from NASA to CERN, Diana Chorna shows how ambitious scientific projects produce unplanned discoveries, urging more young people — especially women — to pursue STEM a
A Piece of Cake | Max Lau | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
Using cake as a playful example, Max Lau explores how mathematics helps us divide things fairly when preferences differ. Max Lau has a deep interest in all things STEM, driven by his love of the satisfying nature of discovering beauty in new concepts. As sharing is an important aspect of being a con
Hope Can Change the World | Stuart Lawrence | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
Drawing on education and personal experience, Stuart Lawrence shows how saying “thank you” can transform lives and communities. Stuart Lawrence, motivational speaker and youth engagement specialist, advocates diversity, inclusion, and change. With over 20 years’ experience in education, community co
Liverbirds and Dragons | Alex Smith | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
Through stories of cities, symbols, and everyday participation, this talk invites us to look up from our screens and rediscover connection where we live. Alex Smith is a Assistant Head, Head of Upper School at Alleyn's. A proud Scouser, her talk explores the importance of connecting with place in ma
"Soften Up, Hard Lad": Reimagining Men | Will Howell-Harte | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
Some ideas of masculinity limit young men and harm their wellbeing. By fostering vulnerability, authentic connection, and healthy role models, schools can help boys thrive. Will Howell-Harte is a teacher and pastoral leader at Alleyn's School. His pastoral work includes heading-up the PSHE programme
Poetry | Matilda Mellor | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
Poetry helps us explore emotions and connect with our inner selves, and celebrates the personal meaning each reader can find in a poem. Matilda Mellor discusses the value of engaging with traditional and difficult poetry outside of the classroom, using it to better understand your own sense of self,
Thriving in Discomfort | Richard Yu | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
What can we learn from China's tech revolution and how can uncertainty and imitation turn into influence? Richard Yu's talk explores how AI challenges originality while opening space for entrepreneurial creativity. By reframing discomfort as opportunity, he argues that true innovation comes not from
Origins of Language | Jane Lunnon | TEDxAlleyns School Youth
Tracing the cognitive revolution 100,000 years ago, Jane Lunnon shows how our ability to speak about the unseen sparked art, storytelling, technology, and civilisation itself. Jane Lunnon is Head of Alleyn’s School and heads up the Alleyn’s Schools Group, founder of the Coalition for Youth Mental He
Prejudice in Medicine | Wendy Yang Zimo and Juna Ankh-Uchral Shine Od | TEDxYouth@RAIS
We often talk about ignorance and discrimination—but what happens when they exist in the one place meant to protect us? In this TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Wendy and Luna explore the hidden impact of prejudice in the medical field—one of the most harmful, yet least discussed forms of bias. Even in spaces s
Passion or Talent? | Metta Matika Panjasanka | TEDxYouth@RAIS
In this TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Metta will challenge you to reflect on your own strengths. What are your talents? What are you passionate about? Do they connect? Most importantly, remember this: no one is talentless. Talent is discovered through exploration, determination, and commitment. Sometimes we
Under All Indocrination | Baby Chrisjira Binkamalee | TEDxYouth@RAIS
The internet has become a stage where our darkest instincts play out without consequence. Behind the safety of our screens, cruelty is no longer just an impulse — it can become entertainment, connection, even identity. In this TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Baby explores how anonymity dismantles social condit
SMART Sustainable Goals | Veena Aveena Boonpanyos | TEDxYouth@RAIS
In this informative TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Veena explores sustainability and pollution, explaining what these terms mean and how they impact our planet. She highlights the environmental consequences of human activity and emphasizes the importance of adopting sustainable practices to protect ecosystems
Mindful Social Media Use | Niki Dolnapas Paramathakorn | TEDxYouth@RAIS
In this thought-provoking TEDxRAIS Youth talk, the speaker explores mental health awareness in the digital age. She examines how technology and social media influence our well-being, highlighting real news stories and research that reveal both the benefits and hidden pressures of staying constantly
Scrolling Your Life Away: The Hidden Cost | Mark Cartney Eneres Edodollon | TEDxYouth@RAIS
Have you ever opened your phone just to check the time, and then realized 40 minutes have passed? I’ve been there too. In this TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Mark will talk about something we all fall into without even noticing: doom-scrolling. It’s not just a bad habit. It slowly drains our time, focus, ment
The Importance of English | Lily Li Yuhan | TEDxYouth@RAIS
In this inspiring TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Lily highlights how English shapes academic and career success. More than a school subject, it opens doors to higher education, scholarships, and global opportunities. Strong communication skills build confidence, strengthen applications, and empower students t
Our Journey of Travel | Maya Veeraya Pit-Aporn | TEDxYouth@RAIS
In this engaging TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Maya explores the many motivations and modes of travel humans have used throughout history. From survival and trade to exploration and innovation, she traces how our desire to move has shaped civilizations, connected cultures, and transformed the world. RAIS Gr
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Success | Zane Jaira Zane Rabi Cullano | TEDxYouth@RAIS
In this inspiring TEDxRAIS Youth talk, Zane explores the power of stepping beyond your comfort zone and into your “zone of proximity” — the space where growth begins. She explains how trying new things and placing yourself closer to opportunities can build confidence, resilience, and self-belief. Th
Everyone deserves their dream | Ed Lynch | TEDxManhattanBeach
NOTE FROM TED: TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf In honor of his daughter Mychal, Ed Lynch turned profound personal loss into a bold, commun
A decade-long journey across the Pacific | Sarah Moshman | TEDxLosAltosWomen
NOTE FROM TED: TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf What happens when you find the courage to leave your comfort zone and lose sight of the sho
You Are Not Broken: A New Definition of Strength | Rakesh Jena | TEDxAIIMSBhubaneswar
What happens when the version of you that always succeeds….suddenly fails? In this deeply honest talk, Rakesh Jena, CEO of JustTutors, challenges the dangerous myth of “perfect performance.” From topping classrooms to leading organizations, he believed strength meant never showing weakness, until bu
Built on Belief: From Heritage to Global Legacy | Jaivardhan Agarwal | TEDxAIIMSBhubaneswar
What do you do when life places you at a crossroads? In this reflective and deeply rooted talk, Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree Jaivardhan Agarwal shares the anchors that guided him through defining moments, from launching AyurVridhi during the uncertainty of COVID-19 to building Gardens of India as a g