Women, Wartime and the Dream of Peace
Powerful insights on women's roles during conflicts and their importance in post-war negotiations. Salbi shares untold stories of resilience and calls for female representation in peace talks.
Balancing Cultures - Walking in Two Worlds
Exploring code-switching and its role in reconciliation, Jahna Cedar shares insights on navigating Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultures to foster understanding and equal rights in Australia.
A Girl Who Demanded School
Inspiring story of Kakenya Ntaiya's journey from traditional Maasai life to education advocate, highlighting her determination to build a school for girls in her community and empower future generations.
Hope and Justice for Women Who've Survived ISIS
Rabiaa El Garani shares the story of sexual violence against Yazidi women by ISIS and her work seeking justice for survivors, highlighting their resilience and the importance of bearing witness.
How I Stopped the Taliban from Shutting Down My School
Sakena Yacoobi's inspiring story of defying the Taliban to provide secret education in Afghanistan, highlighting her resilience, vision, and commitment to empowering women and men through learning.
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.
Making of Indian Feminism - Part 1
Explore the history of Indian feminism, challenging traditional narratives and uncovering women's roles in shaping India's past.
Social Reformation: Widow Remarriage Act - Part 2
Explore the historical context and significance of the Widow Remarriage Act, a parallel reform to the abolition of sati in 19th century India.
Lifting the Veil on Iran - Women's Rights and Political Unrest
Explore the ongoing struggle for women's rights in Iran, featuring insights from an American-Iranian activist and a historian on the current political climate and social tensions.
The Fall of Roe - The Inside Story of How it Happened
Explore the behind-the-scenes events leading to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, examining the legal, political, and social factors that contributed to this landmark decision in American reproductive rights.
Reimagining Motherhood - Giving Moms What They Need
Exploring advocacy, policy shifts, and healthcare improvements to support mothers' well-being and reduce maternal mortality in America. Experts discuss strategies for comprehensive maternal care.
Les femmes peuvent-elles gagner le temps de vivre ? | Marie-Pierre RIXAIN | TEDxSaclay Women
Le rapport des femmes au temps est un enjeu central d’égalité. Malgré les principes d’égalité salariale, les femmes disposent de moins de ressources économiques et de temps disponible en raison de la précarité professionnelle et de la charge des tâches familiales. Les normes sociales contribuent éga
Pas tous les hommes...et pourtant | Arnaud DARS | TEDxSaclay Women
Après avoir répondu « Not all men » lors d’une discussion sur les inégalités femmes-hommes, Arnaud entame une remise en question qui va transformer sa manière de voir le monde. Dans ce talk, il raconte comment il est passé de la culpabilité à la responsabilité, et comment chacun peut utiliser ses pr
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
Who Gets to Shape Tomorrow? | Viola Jardon | TEDxWoodLaneWomen
In this bold and research-driven TEDx talk, venture capital researcher Viola Jardon exposes one of the most consequential gender gaps hiding in plain sight, who controls the money that builds our future. Despite women making up half the world's population, fewer than 16% of venture capital general p
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
La justice face à #MeToo | Rachel-Flore Pardo | TEDxMontmartre
Avocate au barreau de Paris, Rachel-Flore Pardo s’est imposée comme une figure engagée dans la défense des victimes de violences sexistes et sexuelles. Depuis plusieurs années, elle plaide dans des dossiers emblématiques où s’entrelacent souffrances individuelles et enjeux de société, avec une ambi
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
Returning dignity and identity to bride slaves | Trupti Bhoir | TEDxManhattanBeach
When a woman’s name is erased, her identity—and her rights—often disappear with it. Drawing on years of on-the-ground investigation and advocacy in India’s Mewat region, actress and activist Trupti Bhoir exposes the hidden reality of bride slavery and the women labeled “Paro,” rendered invisible by
What happens when women stop waiting | Sonam Garg Sharma | TEDxGreenfield Women
From hospital corridors to boardroom decisions, many women are taught — subtly and consistently — to wait. To wait for the right time, the right approval, or the moment when life feels less uncertain. This talk explores the cost of that waiting. Through her journey as a daughter, a mother, and an