
Getting outdoors has the power to make us happier, healthier, and more social. But modern life creates barriers and inequitable access to these benefits. Alex Keenan tells the story of hiking the 3000-km Te Araroa trail, and relays the lessons it taught her about how ordinary people can work togethe

What if development wasn’t just about what we build outside, but also about what we build within? In this TEDx talk, Divam Kapoor redefines success by bridging the worlds of real estate, wellbeing, and human connection. Drawing parallels between buildings and the human body, he challenges the idea

Hi! My name is Zuzia and im a 3rd year student at LOV, Wrocław. Besides school I love dancing, baking and travelling. One of the things i value most is the time spent with my family and friends.During my speech I’d like to change your perspective about our day to day life and how we should use it. M

Antonio N. takes the TEDx Concept stage to share “The Masks We Wear." He invites us to reflect on the masks we all wear every day and how they shape our interactions and decisions. A talk full of authenticity and inspiration from our learners! Join us and reflect on what it means to be truly yourse

We mistake people-pleasing for kindness, but it's self-abandonment -- draining health, authenticity, and wholeness. Serial entrepreneur Saahil Mehta spent years saying yes to everyone except himself. In this personal talk, he shares what it cost him and what he learned about the difference between s

In his talk, Ali Zain explores how small, intentional actions, often unnoticed, can shape our mindset and direction, offering a hopeful and practical vision for how we approach tomorrow’s challenges. Ali Zain is a Year 7 student at Jumeirah College with a passion for public speaking and storytelling

Prof Dr Khalid Jameel details how following a tragedy that left him paralysed, a lie told to him by a friend created a chain reaction to his motivation, resilience and success Dr. Khalid Jamil Akhtar (popularly known as BigB) is a distinguished Pakistani neurologist and pioneer in Physical Medicine

Before success, titles, or social approval, there is a quieter question. Who are you without the labels placed on you by family, society, and expectation? This talk explores self-knowledge as the foundation of a meaningful life. It challenges inherited definitions of success and argues that fulfillm

No palco do TEDxRio, Rafaela Bastos ressignifica o que é ser passista. Ela desafia a visão limitada que reduz a mulher ao corpo e revela a disciplina, a inteligência, a estratégia e a potência que existem por trás de cada movimento. Durante muito tempo, enfrentou a dificuldade de ser vista além do

In this insightful TEDx talk on mindful beauty, Dee Gallen challenges the way we choose our skincare and beauty products, and why most of us are getting it wrong. Drawing on nearly 30 years in the beauty industry, from manufacturing floors to brand development, Dee introduces her Three A's framework

In a world shaped by labels, expectations, and noise, who are we beyond the illusion? This talk explores the journey from external identity to inner truth. It challenges us to question what defines us and what truly guides us. When pehchaan shifts from performance to purpose, something powerful awak

Are we defined by the names, roles, and expectations handed to us or by the quiet voice within? This talk explores the tension between inherited identity and inner truth. It challenges the labels we carry and the stories we unconsciously accept. When we confront this battle, we begin to choose who w

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

This TEDx talk explores how fear of failure is often conditioned by our environment — how it is learned, internalized, and how we can unlearn it to reclaim our true potential. Aya Edziri is a Terminale student in the British Section of the Lycée International de Saint-Germain-en-Laye. She is French

"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

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

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