
How can we remain the same person, yet evolve every single day? This talk explores the balance between staying rooted in who we are and embracing constant growth. It reflects on identity, change, and the courage to reinvent without losing yourself. Because transformation isn’t about becoming someone

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 This talk introduces the idea of “The Hidden Portfolio”—the invisible collection of lessons

Taking control over our own futures and not letting circumstances or fear of change cause us to reject the future. I am a Grade 11 student at Newton’s Grove School. Over the past few years, as I’ve grown and gotten closer to the age where I needed to think seriously about what my future would look l

My TEDx Talk is meant to show that by getting involved and setting goals for what you want the future to look like, it can become possible with the right mindset. My talk, “2036: A Story We Write,” encourages audiences and students to embrace uncertainty, stay involved, and work toward a hopeful and

In my opinion, the most significant shift of the next decade won't be artificial intelligence itself, but the disappearance of friction: the speed bumps that once gave us time to think, to pause, to choose who we want to be, have become “less bumpy.” We live in a world of dominoes falling faster tha

Looking ahead to the next 10 years, I wonder about our generation's understanding of being a grown-up in a world that is telling us to have it all together. I hope to convey through my story that to be lost doesn’t mean you’ve failed; it's just a natural part of life. My name is Harvir, and I am a G

In my talk, I explore how decision-making is being slowly outsourced — to things like technology, trends, and even the people around us — often without us even noticing. Rather than arguing that technology or society is inherently bad, I focus on how easily we can lose our ability to think criticall

What if the only thing standing between you and your passion is the belief that it's too late? In this talk, David "Davey" Hickman challenges the idea that dreams have deadlines. Drawing from nearly four decades in radio and a lifetime of reinvention, he shares why purpose doesn't expire and how r

¿Qué prótesis existen para el espíritu cuando las circunstancias juegan en nuestra contra? A menudo cargamos barreras mentales que limitan nuestros propósitos, sueños y acciones; se manifiestan en victimismo, resentimiento y aislamiento. A partir de un accidente, Valeria inicia una vida nueva y re

¿Qué pasa cuando el guión que escribiste para tu vida se queda atascado en la misma página por años? En esta conmovedora charla, Diego nos invita a cuestionar la rigidez de nuestros planes. A través de una historia personal marcada por la incertidumbre y un giro inesperado nacido de una simple gal

En esta plática, Pablo reflexiona sobre los beneficios reales de los juegos en la vida cotidiana: lejos de ser solo una actividad infantil, el juego es una herramienta poderosa que fomenta la toma de decisiones, la comunicación, la empatía, la creatividad y la capacidad de enfrentar la incertidumbre

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

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

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