
What if poverty isn’t always about what people lack but about what they never get to see? Through moving field experiences and quiet, powerful stories, Maryam reveals a subtle form of poverty rooted in limited exposure and opportunity. She reflects on how unseen boundaries shape dreams, aspirations,

At TEDxTKMCE’25, Afeedha Sherin took the audience on a journey through her long cherished dream of traveling to Himachal Pradesh. She shared how she saved up for the trip, determined to turn her dream into reality. Her talk was filled with exciting tales of adventure meeting new people, exploring br

Every decade has a health villain. Today’s villain is silent and affecting one in three of us. In this TEDxMJCET talk, Dr. Kavya Nirduguri, a transplant hepatologist, uncovers the hidden truth about Fatty Liver Disease, a condition no longer limited to alcohol or obesity. Even young, fit, non-drinki

Can you have a difficult life, full of struggles and hardship, and still feel unstoppable joy? Growing up in the violent, impoverished slums of Rio De Janeiro, twins Walter and Wagner Caldas (The Brazilian Twins) began playing classical music on violins their father handmade. They used music as an e

In a world constantly demanding our attention, clarity often feels out of reach. Through personal experiences and thoughtful reflections, Furqan explores how purpose is not something we stumble upon overnight, but something we build slowly through awareness, intention, and courage. This talk invites

For decades, communities across America have struggled with invisible lines... social, economic, and historical barriers that shape who belongs and who gets left behind. In Waterloo, Iowa, those divides ran right through the heart of the city. When Quentin Hart stood on the 4th Street pedestrian br

What if we could make people not only happier at work–but also richer? Leslie K. Wilson is the dean of Wilson College of Business at the University of Northern Iowa, and she believes we don’t have to become entrepreneurs to love the work we do. Under her leadership, Wilson College has been recogniz

Em um mundo moldado por rápidas disrupções tecnológicas e inovações disruptivas, a humanidade enfrenta desafios e oportunidades inéditas. Este tema propõe uma reflexão sobre o papel do ser humano em meio a essa transformação acelerada, destacando a educação como elemento vital para a adaptação, evol

What happens when a simple coffee-shop conversation turns into a life-saving idea? In this eye-opening talk, Stephen Rider explores the hidden crisis of “pharmacy deserts” and how curiosity, community insight, and drone technology could transform access to vital medications in rural America. It’s a

Moving on is not about forgetting it's all about freeing yourself. Description:Drawing from her own life experiences , Afifa Nazeer speaks about the difficult journey of moving on from painful memories, toxic relationships, and moments that silently shape our self-worth. She explores how holding ont

In this TEDx talk, Rafay Rashdi, renowned filmmaker and director of the internationally recognized horror drama Deemak, shares his creative journey from early career challenges to breaking new ground in Pakistani cinema. Rashdi discusses how he blends genre filmmaking with meaningful themes like fam

In this TEDx talk, Ms. Rehana Sana, Vice Principal of The City School Indus Campus, Sukkur, shares her journey of perseverance in a space where leadership has often been difficult for women to access. She reflects on the personal, social, and professional challenges she faced while rising through th

¿Y si en lugar de pensar el envejecimiento como un final, lo pensáramos como una etapa llena de posibilidades? A sus 98 años, Alberto Chab desafía todos los prejuicios sobre la vejez. En esta charla, comparte la experiencia de haber creado un grupo de nonagenarios que se reúnen para conversar, reco

"The Power of a Voice: Making an Impact in the Everyday" explores how every individual’s voice carries the weight and meaning needed to spark change. The talk highlights how students can move beyond silence to advocate for their communities and inspire others, proving that even small, everyday actio

In a moment when many societies feel dangerously divided, former U.S. Congressman and Special Envoy for Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs Dr Joe Kennedy III turns to an unexpected place for answers: Northern Ireland. In this talk, he tells the story we rarely hear — not just of political leaders

Haydar Acun shares his journey in entrepreneurship, highlighting how vision, courage, and risk-taking turn ideas into real impact. Haydar Acun is the founding partner and chairman of the board at Marmara Capital Portfolio Management Inc. A graduate of Istanbul University’s Faculty of Business Admin

Dalia Maya explores creativity as an act of self-expression, emphasizing the power of staying true to who you are while creating. Dalia Maya is an author, columnist, and cultural advocate. In 2023, she published her debut book, Ayrıkotunun İçsel Yolculuğu (The Inner Journey of the Dandelion), which

Questioning whether courage is mistaken for madness, Deli mi Ne speaks about daring to be different and not fearing bold choices. Fester Abdü, whose real name is Ali Abdülselam Yılmaz, is a graduate of the Faculty of Sports Sciences at Marmara University. Widely known for his YouTube channel “Deli M

Growing up in Germany, Okan Ayas discusses the feeling of belonging nowhere—and how this experience became one of his greatest strengths. Okan Ayas was born in 1976 in Marburg, Germany. After graduating from the Department of Geography at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Letters, he completed his ma

NOTE FROM TED: While some viewers may find this helpful as a complementary approach, please do not look to this talk as a substitute for health advice. This talk only represents the speaker’s personal views and understanding of pain, the nervous system, and healing which some viewers may find stigma

Entre prompts, acordes y juego en vivo, Chiki y Juancho Valencia proponen una mirada lúcida sobre el presente creativo. Desde la experiencia de Puerto Candelaria, exploran cómo la Inteligencia Artificial puede ampliar el proceso musical sin reemplazar lo esencial: la emoción, la intención y la decis