
Todos nos vamos a enfrentar a la muerte varias veces a lo largo de la vida. A veces será porque perderemos a alguien que amamos; otras, porque nos tocará acompañar a alguien que acaba de perder a alguien más. Lo curioso es que nadie nos enseña cómo actuar en ninguna de estas dos situaciones. En est

In this energetic and uplifting talk, Ariyana explores the transformative power of traveling the world rather than simply reading about it or watching it on a screen. She shares how being present in different places, understanding how people live, and immersing herself in new cultures has shaped her

“I shouldn’t be here.” Born prematurely and fighting for every breath in an incubator, Troy Sandidge’s life began with defiance. But survival was only the first battle. By age seven, he had lost his mother. As a Black boy navigating bias, expectation, and internalized pressure, he developed what h

"Remember Who You Were Before They Tried to Tell You Who You Weren’t." In fifth grade at Vollentine Elementary in Memphis, Kimberly Bryant stayed after school while other children ran home. She wasn’t in trouble. She was in training. Preparing for the spelling bee. That early victory mattered; no

Love is not a spark that flares instantly; it’s a quiet garden that blooms over time. It grows in daily acts of patience, in the grace of understanding, in showing up even when unglamorous. Love matures through missteps, forgiveness, and shared silence — not just through grand declarations. To trul

We pour ourselves into others, hoping to feel whole through their gratitude. But in neglecting self-love, we become hollow. We give endlessly, yet feel unseen, depleted, and forgotten — like a candle burning down to nothing. True love must begin at home: within ourselves. Otherwise, it risks becomi

How far would you be willing to go in order to succeed? Hailey Wong, a professional squash player at the University of Pennsylvania, speaks about her lifelong journey as a student athlete, shedding light on the ins and outs of competing at an elite level - the struggles, the uncertainty, and what it

What if the cure for uncertainty isn’t having all the answers, but learning how to ask better questions? In this talk, Mark reflects on how uncertainty shaped his academic path, career ambitions, relationships, and faith—and how a single well-timed question repeatedly became a turning point. From ch

In a world that celebrates linear success—good grades, stable jobs, and carefully planned careers—Devothama's talk explores what happens when following the “right path” quietly disconnects us from ourselves. Drawing from personal experience as an engineer who seemingly had everything figured out, De

A personal exploration of curiosity, self-discovery, and the courage to be multidimensional. Rachel LN Wanguru is a Radiography graduate from the University of Namibia, Hage Geingob Campus. Beyond her academic pursuits, she is also a Nail Technician, DJ, and Poet. Balancing these diverse passions h

Transforming pain into power , how emotional healing shapes authentic leaders. Mauricio Adelino is a final-year Veterinary Medicine student at the University of Namibia with a strong interest in animal welfare legislation and a passion for leadership. He has served in student leadership roles at th

A journey of purpose and transformation , rewriting personal influence into national impact. Selma Kamanya is Miss World Namibia 2025, Miss Namibia 2018 an economist by profession, a big data technologist and an entrepreneur. She is a global ambassador, passionate about using her platform for growt

A dynamic, imaginative redefinition of identity and masculinity in modern Namibia. Tererayi Panashe Chanakira is a Mechanical Engineering graduate and Trainee Engineer passionate about purpose-driven, practical solutions. He founded TheYouNetwork at the University of Namibia to connect young people

En un mundo que premia la dureza, ¿hay lugar para la sensibilidad? En esta charla honesta y valiente, Catalina desafía la idea de que sentir mucho es una debilidad y propone mirarlo como una forma poderosa de estar en el mundo. Mi nombre es Catalina Carreira y estoy en último año del colegio San Gre

¿Qué cambia cuando dejamos de esperar oportunidades y empezamos a crearlas? Del Angeletti cuenta cómo transformó su pasión por el cine en una carrera en redes sociales y cómo decidió convertirse en protagonista —y no espectadora— de su vida profesional. Mi nombre es Del Angeletti. Tengo 26 años, soy

You can overcome trauma, rebuild your life, and achieve success, yet still not be free. In this transformative TEDx talk on resilience, identity, and emotional freedom, Candi Rose explores how unspoken truths can shape your mindset and direction long after the crisis ends. Candi examines the tension

María Fernanda Cortés Duarte nos invita en su plática a cuestionar una de las creencias más arraigadas de nuestra generación: la idea de que el éxito tiene una edad, un ritmo y una fecha límite. A través de una narrativa honesta y profundamente humana, reflexiona sobre la presión constante por “ll

Divyanshi's life of constant transfers—five cities and multiple schools—taught her that adaptability, not academics, is the core survival skill for students. She introduces the "4S of Adaptive Education": Survive, Speak, Stand, and Shape. These creative capacities help young people navigate changes

From winning national medals to overcoming injuries and life’s toughest challenges, sisters Aruna and Anupama Ghibila share a powerful story of determination, discipline, and resilience shaped through sports and service. In this heartfelt talk, they reflect on how athletics built their character, s

In his talk, Alejandro explains that the root of your knowledge stems from your passions and interests and that having confidence in them leads to less comparison and more definition of who you are. Student This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organiz

This talk is about how different perspectives influence your life decisions and the way you look at life. Student @ Laval Senior Academy This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx