On Misrepresentation of Identities | Sada Malumfashi | TEDxMinna
In a world shaped by media, politics, and social perception, identities are often reduced to stereotypes. This talk explores how communities, especially in Northern Nigeria, have been misrepresented and the long-term impact of these narratives. Sada challenges us to confront distorted stories, recla
Equal Pay, Equal Play, Equal Everything | Jen Barnes | TEDxBelltown Women
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 Jen Barnes founded the first business built to promote gender equity in sports viewing and
Born Into Roles | Aziza Tillakhujayeva | TEDxAjou U Tashkent
From the moment we are born, society begins to assign us roles—based on culture, gender, family expectations, and tradition. In this talk, the speaker explores how these predefined roles can shape our choices, identities, and dreams. By questioning these expectations, the talk invites us to reflect
Nadie sale solo de la situación de calle | Malena Famá | TEDxRiodelaPlata
El tiempo no pasa igual para todos. Para las personas en situación de calle, los días pueden volverse eternos; para quienes pasan de largo, basta un segundo para cambiarlo todo. Malena reflexiona sobre la indiferencia y el poder de la acción colectiva. Porque salir de la calle no es un acto individu
Rethinking Women’s Empowerment for Society | Dr Surabhi Yadav | TEDxDCAC
Are women truly empowered today—or are we just calling them empowered? In this thought-provoking talk, Dr. Surabhi Yadav, CSR and Sustainability Consultant, challenges the common narrative around women’s empowerment. While education and employment opportunities for women have increased significantl
Building a Safe Future: Together | Maisha Sumah | TEDxRoyal Holloway
Maisha shares her touching story about how she gained a sense of empowerment and safety, suggesting reform in the way that society approaches cases of violence against women and girls. Maisha founded 'She Walks in Value' to uplift young women and instill self-confidence in them. She was also named i
The Importance of being Afrocentric in a Post-Slavery World | Dayanna Theus | TEDxYouth@RMSST
Dayana Theus’s TEDx talk explains why being pro Black means celebrating Black culture and supporting Black communities, not just fighting racism. She shows how the history of slavery still affects the way Black people are treated and viewed today, especially through stereotypes in media. Her message
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 Psychology of Inequality | Erin O’Reilly | TEDxYouth@JumeirahCollege
In her TEDx talk, Erin investigates how leadership and policy design affect inequality, often questioning assumptions about what effective change really looks like. Erin O’Reilly is a Year 12 student at JC with a deep interest in economics, leadership, and the systems that shape decision-making at b
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
A New Trinity for African Development | Daniella Ddamulira | TEDxMakerere University Business School
We are told to choose: development or environment. Progress or planet. Concrete or trees. But what carries a higher cost: investing in clean systems today, or paying for broken ones for generations? At 12 years old, Daniella Ddamulira learned that water, the most basic element of life, can become
Good governance begins with integrity | Shahid Khaqan Abbasi | TEDxRMI
Good governance begins with integrity Good governance begins with integrity, and trust remains its strongest foundation. In this thought-provoking talk, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi reflects on how public trust serves as a nation’s greatest asset shaping transparency, progress, and long-term stability. He
Desigualdad de género: ¿tu región define tu futuro? | Maria Pía Benavides Gonzáles | TEDxTukuyWomen
¿Cómo afecta la desigualdad de género a las mujeres en las distintas regiones del Perú? Camila nace en Lima y Lucía en Loreto; aunque comparten los mismos sueños, sus oportunidades serán distintas solo por su ubicación geográfica. María Pía Benavides, comunicadora del Instituto Peruano de Economía (
The hidden power of institutions in the climate crisis | Jonathan Feldman | TEDxBrussels
Climate action isn't failing for lack of passion—it's often rigged to fail. The status quo divides problems, burns out activists, and slows progress. Drawing on his work as an associate professor, Jonathan M. Feldman shows how we can turn these "incubators of despair" into powerful "incubators of ho
Choose Yellow Problems | Dnyanada Deshpande | TEDxNagpur
Most of us want to change the world, but we get stuck choosing problems that are too big to move. In this talk, the speaker shares a simple “traffic-signal” way to spot yellow problems: the social issues where small, smart actions can unlock outsized impact. If you want to stop feeling helpless and
3 ways to find the radical middle | Ashish Kapoor | TEDxWarrenton
Public policy attorney Ashish Kapoor explores how to navigate the "radical middle" between extremes, and how it can be applied to clean energy policy and community action. Ashish Kapoor is the Senior Energy & Climate Advisor at Piedmont Environmental Council, where he works on clean energy policy
The Apology of Anger | Miss Me | TEDxLausanneWomen
Why do women apologize for being angry and what happens when they stop? MissMe explores the energy of female rage, transforming it from shame into art, protest, and power. She shows how creativity can become the most radical form of rebellion. MissMe is a multidisciplinary artist celebrated worldwid
AI, longevity, and what it means to be human | Meagan Fallone | TEDxLausanneWomen
As technology and science promise to extend our lifespans, we face a deeper question: what does it mean to be human in an age where innovation can outpace compassion? Meagan Fallone explores how longevity and AI can redefine equality, inclusion, and purpose — if guided by humanity rather than profit
Gross National Happiness and Democracy | Kuenga Tashi | TEDxKG Institutions
Imagine a nation where the health of its forests, the happiness of its people, and the voice of every citizen shape the very laws of the land. In this talk, we explore Bhutan’s daring blend of constitutional monarchy and vibrant democracy, guided by the Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy. Dis
Activismo con empatía: Cómo cambiamos la conversación ambiental | Jossy Zamora | TEDxCiudadJuarez
Como profesional ambientalista, Jossy Zamora nos invita a replantear la forma en que comunicamos la defensa del medio ambiente. Demostrando que la pasión y el amor son las herramientas más poderosas para generar conciencia y conexión social. Fundadora del proyecto de conservación y voluntariado Ecoc