
In an age defined by speed, screens, and constant disruption, this talk invites us to pause and turn the spotlight inward. As technology accelerates, crises multiply, and innovation reshapes every corner of our lives, we are quick to blame algorithms, machines, and systems for the world’s instabilit

Ce legătură pot avea o albinuță din origami, o tabără de profesori și o mișcare națională pentru educația digitală? Acest discurs transformă o metaforă simplă într-o poveste puternică despre comunitate, colaborare și schimbare autentică în educație. Pornind de la gesturi mici făcute împreună, vorbit

What if the most powerful symbol of our time isn’t a crown or a flag—but the phone in your pocket? This talk traces the evolution of power from medieval thrones to modern parliaments, before revealing how influence today operates quietly through screens, algorithms, and attention. Beginning with a f

What if the behaviour we often try hardest to correct in children is actually the source of our strongest values? This talk reimagines childhood rebellion not as chaos, but as a natural expression of curiosity, justice, and self-determination. Through the evolving story of one sister—from a five-yea

At seventeen, Anya Sanghvi has already turned passion into action, from empowering thousands of girls through her nationwide self-defence initiative, DFEND, to excelling in academics, sports, and leadership. In this talk, Anya explores what it truly means to stay in the moment, not as a call to slow

STAY IN THE MOMENT Ms Upasana Tendulkar is a passionate Bharatanatyam dancer, educator, and entrepreneur dedicated to combining Eternal wisdom with modern methodologies. As the founder of Dancing Tales, she integrates performing arts with life skills, well-being, and corporate solutions, delivering

STAY IN THE MOMENT Currently a high school junior at Daly College, Indore, Deveshwari plans on pursuing Law and Public Policy in the longer run. She has served as an Assistant Director for the Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations Conference in India, as well as the Debating Presid

Fotografar o cosmos é mais do que registrar imagens impressionantes: é um convite ao deslumbramento, ao silêncio e à reconexão com a natureza. Nesta palestra, Kiko Fairbairn compartilha como a astrofotografia permite revelar aquilo que os olhos não veem e despertar um senso profundo de pertencimento

This talk argues that the future of cinema is emerging from chaos, much like Beirut itself—raw, hybrid, and constantly rebuilding. Through personal filmmaking experiences and the case study of BornStars, it shows how necessity, contradiction, and resilience are shaping a new cinematic language that

In this talk, Chanudi explores burnout through the lens of treating the body like a business—one that requires care, investment, and balance to function at its best. She invites viewers to rethink productivity and adopt healthier, more sustainable habits for success. Chanudi is a youth speaker pass

In diesem Talk zeigt Mathias Broman, wie spielerischer Unsinn überraschend Sinn und Verbindung entstehen lassen kann. Er beschreibt, wie Spaß für ihn zum Kompass für Kreativität, Arbeit und Zugehörigkeit wurde. Doch es geht nicht ums Weitermachen, sondern ums Aufhören: Denn sobald Unsinn keinen Spaß

In a world where 2.6 billion people are still completely offline, Yvonne shows how technology often overlooks the most vulnerable, and how inclusive, context-driven innovation can save lives. Drawing from her experience as a mother, she introduces a solar-powered, AI-enabled offline maternal compani

Bieye Renner Briggs calls attention to the human toll of environmental pollution in the Niger Delta. He highlights over 70 years of oil exploitation that has left communities with contaminated water, toxic air, and severe health impacts, including infertility, congenital anomalies, hypertension, kid

Ebenezar Wikina presents Rivers 2050, a citizen-led initiative to create a 25-year development vision for River State. He emphasizes the need for long-term planning to tackle challenges like energy transition, economic diversification, population growth, climate resilience, and preparing the next ge

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living systems that have always been communicating, but humans have failed to listen. He challenges the common view of deforestation by emphasizing its deeper consequences for ecosystems, climate, and human survival. The talk introduces Reforest AI as an exa

小村さんが営む宿、そしてトーク時にも着ている作務衣にはスピーカー自身の出合いや経験によって紡がれた温かい物語が詰まっています。地元の魅力を伝えるという原動力から世界へ羽ばたいた彼のエネルギーに満ちたトークです。 生まれ育った地元、愛知県西尾市の魅力を日々世界に発信する宿のオーナーである小村さん。「お客様とのつながりを大切に」という信 念のもと体験型の一棟貸切宿「Rise's House」を経営されており、30を超える国や地域からのゲストを迎え入れていらっしゃいます。 This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference form

David Canassa apresenta a importância da Reserva Votorantim como um exemplo concreto de preservação ambiental aliada ao desenvolvimento sustentável. Ele mostra como a proteção de áreas naturais contribui para a conservação da biodiversidade, o equilíbrio climático e a qualidade de vida das comunidad

Can fine art help us see illness differently? While medical imaging reveals the body’s inner workings, it can’t capture the person behind the disease. Through her art, Devan transforms MRI scans into deeply human, expressive works that reclaim identity, reveal vulnerability, and celebrate the beauty

This talk traces how movement, skill, and self-expression can become tools for confidence and empowerment. Tanisha Gupta shares her journey in freestyle football and sports storytelling, highlighting how discipline, repetition, and performance build not just athletic ability, but courage and identit

This talk explores how mindset lies at the heart of empowerment, wellness, and purposeful living. Snehil Dixit Mehra reflects on moving from constant hustle to intentional harmony, challenging the pressure women face to meet unrealistic standards of success, perfection, and balance. She emphasizes m

This talk examines how sport can become a powerful catalyst for empowering young girls—instilling discipline, confidence, and resilience. Ranjit Bajaj shares how structured training environments, equal access to resources, and strong support systems help girls challenge limiting norms and redefine w