In her talk Neekita describes how students transformed their rundown school into a green, sustainable space. With the guidance of mentors, they reimagined their school as a "Living School” a place that grows food, uses solar energy, recycles water, and supports nature. They planted a food forest, turning empty land into vibrant gardens with fruits, vegetables, and herbs. They created homes for birds and bees, built ponds, and brought back wildlife. Students also learned to save water by setting up recycling systems and powered their school with solar panels. To keep classrooms cool, they used green roofs, planted trees, and added windows for natural airflow. Through teamwork, they discovered how small actions could make a big difference. This talk teaches us that by thinking creatively and acting together, we can make our schools and communities healthier, greener, and better for everyone. Neekita Hatvalne Mulchandani is an alumnus of Choithram School North Campus, Class of 2013. She is an architect with over five years of experience in design, construction techniques, and sustainable practices. She is currently a Design Architect with BCM Group in Indore, leading design solutions and project coordination. Previously, she worked as a CAD Designer at Molteni C C | DADA in Dubai, creating modular kitchen and wardrobe designs while collaborating with clients. Neekita holds a Master of Engineering Leadership in High- Performance Buildings from UBC Vancouver, specializing in green building practices. Earlier, she served as a Project Architect at MOFA Architects in Hyderabad, where she gained expertise in fire codes for high-rise buildings, MIVAN technology, and construction documentation. Her career is further enriched by her involvement in Laurie Baker’s sustainable design principles and mentoring interns in collaborative environments. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Pigeons are generally regarded as a nuisance and annoyance to the daily lives of many. Despite their unfortunately tarnished reputations, it can be argued that birds do not all deserve the blame placed on them. Pigeons in fact might actually be hiding a secret potential that most remain unaware of. From the benefits of their poop to their surprising intelligence, they might actually have the capabilities to be helpful for the future of humanity. By looking at pigeons with a new perspective, the future may seem brighter and filled with optimism. Sky Phisuthikul is a Year 12 student at Wycombe Abbey with a passion for not only STEM but anything interesting that captures her interest from folding origami dragons to baking banana bread. She loves going down rabbit holes of science curiosities and finding answers to the questions that occur to her whenever the moment strikes. With an interest in medicine, which she intends to study at university, she hopes to pursue a career in healthcare. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

MBTI is one of the most popular personality tests, widely used by individuals and companies. However, does a four-letter word represent you as much as you think it does? The inaccuracies of the MBTI may reflect a deeper issue than you expected. The forced dichotomies and problematic categories cause the MBTI to be inaccurate. However, despite this unreliability, many of us still feel represented by these types. The need to put a false label onto ourselves is not unique to the MBTI; instead, it is mirrored in many aspects of our lives. Cindy is a year 10 student at Wycombe Abbey with interests in sciences and psychology. As an ENFP, she spends a lot of time exploring personality tests like the MBTI and is particularly intrigued by how we are impacted and influenced by them. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Poverty is a problem that has plagued our world for centuries, yet it is also a problem that remains largely unsolved. Microcredit, a strategy that has emerged in recent decades, offers an innovative solution to this problem. This talk explores the origins of microcredit, its successes as well as the challenges it has faced and its future potential to help millions break the generational cycle of poverty. Tia is a Year 13 student studying Maths, Further Maths, Economics and Computer Science at A-Level. She was first introduced to microcredit when she spoke to women in her local village market in India who were recipients of microloans and had used these to lift themselves out of poverty. Since then, she developed a deep interest in modern economic tools that can help combat global issues like poverty and wealth inequality. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

The talk begins with questions from the future generation: “What has happened to the planet? Why didn’t you save it for us? Were you really that selfish?” Anvesha then dives into the idea that humans, while selfish, might have missed one crucial thing - saving nature isn’t a favor we do for others; it’s a lifeline we toss to ourselves. With the help of Hindu philosophies and a concept from Quantum physics, she suggests that God may be weaving the grand illusion of separation between living beings and the universe. But here’s the reality: we’re all siblings under Mother Nature’s care, declaring our bond with every breath we take. Anvesha flips the narrative, urging the audience to see humans not as inhabitants of Earth but as pieces of it. Our bodies are built from the same elements as rivers, mountains, and stars. To save nature, she concludes, is to save ourselves - it’s not just survival; it’s reclaiming our identity as nature’s own. Anvesha Rishi is a 17 year old happy teenager, studying in grade 11 of Choithram School North Campus and is a member of the school's TEDEd Club. The sound of flowing water, soft grass brushing against her feet, and a playful dog in a wide meadow is how she pictures her happy place. Three things she immensely cares about are: her friends, her womanhood and mother Earth. She is a gold awardee at Commonwealth Essay Writing Competition and has won a couple of awards from the Ministry of Education, China for her skills at writing and debating. Anvesha embodies traits of strength, wisdom, and resilience. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Why do we feel more lost even when we’re moving forwards? This talk explores the shifting nature of identity and purpose in the overwhelming paradox of modern-day life. Discover how our fears shape us through themes of societal expectations and human psychology, and why using art as a basis for embracing uncertainty may be the true key to our future. Annika is a Year 11 scholar at Wycombe Abbey. She is a passionate writer currently working on her debut novel, with a deep interest in exploring the complexities of society and the human condition. She loves playing racquet sports, especially tennis and squash. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx