Closing Plenary - Climate Solutions and Global Perspectives
Experts discuss solar cities, decarbonization's global impact, indigenous land defenders, developing countries' resilience, biodiversity protection, and climate skepticism at Aspen Ideas: Climate's closing plenary.
Ecocide and Green Colonialism in Sápmi - Indigenous Land Threats
Explores impact of "green" initiatives on Sápmi, indigenous land in Northern Europe. Examines how data centers, renewable energy projects, and mining affect Sami people's rights and environment, highlighting conflicts between sustainability and indigenou…
Dam Removals: Balancing Science and Society for Environmental Justice
Experts discuss the scientific and societal impacts of dam removals, exploring ecosystem restoration, Indigenous rights, and social justice considerations in the context of U.S. and global dam assessment efforts.
America's Native Prisoners of War
Photographer Aaron Huey shares haunting images and shocking history of the Lakota people at Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, exposing poverty and struggle largely ignored by society.
From Young Nation to the Longest Continuous Civilisation on the Planet
Explore Australia's critical juncture in recognizing its Indigenous community through constitutional reform, as advocated by Thomas Mayor, an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander union official and author.
IMSI Catchers and the Happy Yellow Helicopter - Security Challenges at Standing Rock
Explore security challenges at Standing Rock, including IMSI catchers and surveillance. Learn about indigenous-led movements, cyber warfare, and human rights in the context of media blackouts.
Supporting Indigenous Digital Sovereignty
Explore strategies for protecting Indigenous digital sovereignty, empowering communities, and upholding privacy rights online with insights from Indigenous leaders and technology experts.
America's Native Prisoners of War
Photographer's journey reveals shocking poverty and history of Lakota people on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, challenging perceptions and raising awareness through powerful imagery.
The Song That Sparked a Movement in Afghanistan | Nila Ibrahimi | TED
Afghan activist Nila Ibrahimi shares how she used song to protest and reverse oppressive laws in Afghanistan before the Taliban takeover. In a Q&A with TED's Chris Anderson, she delivers a powerful message about the strength of girls' voices in Afghanistan and worldwide.
Meet Our Planet's Hidden Defenders | Anjan Sundaram | TED
War reporter Anjan Sundaram highlights how small Indigenous communities, representing just 5% of the world's population, defend 80% of Earth's remaining biodiversity. He focuses on Mexico's ecological frontlines where these communities battle corporations and cartels to protect natural ecosystems.
Returning The Pillar to Yasuni | Sofia Hoffman | TEDxPSU
Indigenous communities in the Amazon have more being extracted from them than oil - research is too. Extractive research, using communities to get publishable results and then maintaining no further relationship, hurts the communities this research should benefit. Sofia Hoffman discusses a different
Might makes Right: A Perspective to Power | Yagna Sahapathi | TEDxIAQS
In this talk, Yagna Sahapathi shares how a single change in perspective transformed her understanding of injustice, choice, and responsibility. What began as artistic curiosity during her Master’s in Sculpture led her to witness the hidden realities of animal exploitation. Through the story of Jugnu
The Hidden Legacy of Colonial Laws | Celmira Shaikh | TEDxYouth@JumeirahCollege
In her TEDx talk, Celmira examines how colonial roots limit justice and calls for legal reforms to ensure fairness and equality Celmira Shaikh is a 17 year old aspiring human rights lawyer who interned at Legal Aid Ghana, witnessing how colonial-era laws limit justice for marginalised communities. T
Más allá de la moda: Lo que no ves al vestirte | Lula Kiah | TEDxUniversidadPanamericanaGuadalajara
¿Puede la ropa contar la historia de una cultura, una crisis o una injusticia? En esta charla, Lula Kiah nos invita a mirar la moda más allá del espejo y preguntarnos: ¿Quién paga el verdadero precio por lo que vestimos? A través de experiencias personales —como su visita a fábricas en India donde
Antropofagia Constitucional: Brasil como Vanguarda dos Direitos | Daniel Vila Nova | TEDxPetrópolis
O Brasil é apenas uma "cópia fraca" do mundo jurídico europeu ou somos uma das matrizes constitucionais mais vanguardistas do planeta? Nesta talk provocativa, o jurista Daniel Vila Nova propõe um Manifesto de Antropofagia Constitucional. Com base em sua pesquisa de pós-doutorado na UnB, Daniel desco
Why Africa Must Know Africa | Debrah Ngonyo | TEDxYouth@BrookhouseSchool
Debrah encourages Africans to know Africa—its stories, its people, and its power. Debrah is a young African girl committed to Pan-Africanism and the unity of the continent. Inspired by Africa’s rich heritage, she aims to help reconnect Africans with their history and strengthen the spirit of solid
Our names, Our Identity | Nyakara Morara | TEDxYouth@BrookhouseSchool
Through her TEDx talk, Nyakara reminds us that our African names carry history, meaning, and pride. Nyakara Morara is a 15-year-old Year 11 student with a passion for photography, astronomy, and baking. She has always been interested in the themes of neo-colonialism, loss of identity, and the erosio
Learning From Our Ancestors | Gechly Seng | TEDxPhnom Penh
Modern life is fast-paced and stressful, but our ancestors faced challenges that can teach us valuable lessons. This talk explores how understanding the stories, lifestyles, and survival strategies of our forebears, alongside insights into how our brains and bodies process stress, can help us addres
Lições da minha avó indígena sobre economia e ecologia | Patrícia Ellen da Silva | TEDxSaoPaulo
Nesta palestra, Patrícia Ellen da Silva parte de uma história pessoal para propor uma nova forma de pensar o futuro. A partir dos ensinamentos de sua avó indígena, ela conecta saberes ancestrais à economia contemporânea e à urgência ecológica do nosso tempo. Patrícia mostra como desenvolvimento econ
You're Are Not Your Wallet (Or Are You?) | Oscar Darmawan | TEDxUniversitas Prasetiya Mulya
Today, millions of Gen Z Indonesians are being shaped by forces they don’t fully see. Not just by financial technology, but the hype-driven culture around it. In 2024 alone, Indonesia saw over 22 million crypto transactions per month, yet most users admit they don't fully understand what they’re inv
Vozes que nascem da floresta e representam o território | Samela Sateré Mawé | TEDxManaus
A ciência não vive apenas nos laboratórios, ela também nasce nos territórios, nas experiências coletivas e nos saberes ancestrais. Nesta palestra, Samela Sateré Mawé compartilha como a comunicação pode ser ponte entre povos originários, ciência e sociedade, ampliando vozes historicamente silenciadas