Why I Love a Country That Once Betrayed Me
George Takei reflects on his childhood experience in a Japanese-American internment camp, exploring how it shaped his views on patriotism and democracy in this thought-provoking TED talk.
Hackers - The Internet's Immune System
Cybersecurity expert Keren Elazari explores how hackers can positively impact society by exposing vulnerabilities, fighting corruption, and advocating for rights, ultimately strengthening the internet.
What the Gay Rights Movement Learned from the Civil Rights Movement
Filmmaker explores intersections between gay rights and civil rights movements, dispelling myths and highlighting how they propel each other forward in the fight for equality.
How I Help Transgender Teens Become Who They Want to Be
Endocrinologist shares personal journey in treating transgender teens with hormone therapy, providing time and support during puberty for identity alignment and improved well-being.
For Parents, Happiness Is a Very High Bar
Explore modern parenting challenges and learn alternative, more achievable goals for raising children in this insightful talk on redefining parental success and reducing anxiety.
My Daughter, Malala
Ziauddin Yousafzai shares powerful stories about gender equality in education, focusing on his daughter Malala's courage and the importance of not limiting women's potential.
Can We All -Have It All-
Exploring work-life balance, gender equality, and societal shifts needed for everyone to thrive personally and professionally. Challenges traditional notions and proposes cultural and policy changes for a more inclusive future.
A Word Game to Communicate in Any Language
Discover a revolutionary approach to language using visual maps, enabling nonverbal communication and exploring the potential of FreeSpeech concept for universal understanding.
A Little-Told Tale of Sex and Sensuality
Explore the changing landscape of sexuality in the Arab world through Shereen El Feki's five-year journey, uncovering historical openness and potential for renewed dialogue on intimacy and safety.
So We Leaned In - Now What?
Sheryl Sandberg discusses the impact of her 2010 TED talk on women in business, exploring ongoing challenges and successes in gender equality in the workplace.
Does Money Make You Mean?
Social psychologist Paul Piff explores how wealth affects behavior, revealing surprising insights from rigged Monopoly games and discussing the broader implications of inequality on society.
How We're Priming Some Kids for College and Others for Prison
Sociologist explores systemic inequalities in education and criminal justice, revealing how African-American and Latino youth are disproportionately guided towards incarceration instead of higher education.
How to Make Peace? Get Angry
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Kailash Satyarthi shares his journey of freeing 83,000 children from slavery, emphasizing the power of righteous anger in driving positive change and social justice.
How I Work to Protect Women from Honor Killings
Activist Khalida Brohi shares insights on campaigning against honor killings in Pakistan, discussing challenges faced and lessons learned in protecting women's rights and changing cultural mindsets.
How the Internet Has Made Social Change Easy to Organize, Hard to Win
Explore how rapid online organization can hinder long-term social change, examining global movements and the challenges of digital activism in achieving lasting impact.
My Mother's Strange Definition of Empowerment
Khadija Gbla shares her journey navigating cultural clashes surrounding female empowerment, addressing female genital mutilation, and advocating for women's rights to bodily autonomy and sexual pleasure.
How to Overcome Our Biases - Walk Boldly Toward Them
Diversity advocate explores subconscious attitudes toward out-groups, urging acknowledgment of biases and active engagement with uncomfortable groups to promote understanding and positive change.
Why My Family Started the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge - The Rest Is History
Nancy Frates shares the inspiring story behind the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, detailing how her family turned her son's ALS diagnosis into a global movement for awareness and research funding.
Why We Need to End the War on Drugs
Impassioned plea for ending the War on Drugs, advocating for intelligent regulation instead. Nadelmann presents compelling reasons to shift drug policy towards a more effective and humane approach.
What New Power Looks Like
Explore how distributed, crowd-sourced models are reshaping business and politics. Discover the potential of "new power" to transform traditional power structures and its implications for the future.
Terrorism Is a Failed Brand
Lawyer Jason McCue proposes a novel approach to counter terrorism by undermining its credibility among potential recruits, sharing real-world examples of successful interventions.