In the Ted Talk, Mrs. Archana Pathak Dave, Additional Solicitor General of India, shares hard-earned wisdom from decades in the courtroom, offering law students a powerful look into the realities of litigation and the craft of courtroom advocacy. Far from the dramatized portrayals seen in television dramas, the talk emphasizes that successful litigation is a blend of preparation, integrity, emotional intelligence, and relentless perseverance. The advocate begins by demystifying the courtroom—describing it not as a battleground, but as a forum for persuasion and principle. She underscores that litigation is not just about knowing the law, but about understanding people—judges, clients, witnesses, and even adversaries. With vivid anecdotes from landmark cases and memorable courtroom moments, she illustrates how empathy, clarity, and strategic thinking often win the day more than aggression or theatrics. Archana Pathak Dave is a lawyer and Advocate on Record at the Supreme Court of India. She has been designated as Senior Advocate and currently serves as the Additional Solicitor General of India. She specializes in Constitutional and Criminal law, and has been practicing law for over 18 years. She has been involved in landmark cases like the Permanent Commission for Women in the Indian Army. She has also represented several corporate clients, including insurance companies 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

At just 16, Mohammed Idris Malagi dreamed of becoming a broadcaster. Known to his family as “Captain News,” he would play with imaginary microphones, inventing news bulletins and dreaming of speaking to the world without being seen. But when he expressed this passion to his father’s friend—a powerful minister at the time—he was told to "go get a degree first." That moment felt like a dream crushed.Years later, not only did he rise above that early disappointment, he became Nigeria’s Minister of Information.In this inspiring TEDxNTICAbujaYouth talk, Malagi shares his personal story of perseverance, passion, and purpose—from heartbreak to high office. He also reflects on the urgent need for media and information literacy in an age of fake news and misinformation. His message is clear: the tools of communication have changed, but the responsibility to use them wisely belongs to all of us. Mohammed Idris popularly known as Malagi (born 2 May 1966) is a Nigerian publisher, philanthropist, entrepreneur, public relations professional and politician who is the minister of Information and National Orientation of Nigeria. He was appointed by President Bola Tinubu in August 2023. He is the founder/chairman and publisher of Blueprint. He is also the chairman of Abuja based Kings Broadcasting Limited, owners of WE 106.5 FM Abuja, Nigeria. He was the general secretary of Newspaper Proprietors' Association of Nigeria. Additionally, he held the position of Director of Strategic Communications for the All Progressives Congress Tinubu-Shettima Presidential Campaign Council. 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

Una bellísima colabolración de Francy y Javier donde nos muestras cómo rescatar el valor de las músicas colombianas en lainvestigación, como posición e interpretación musical a través de una Big band. Pianista, compositora y productora nominada a los ©Latin Grammy y a los Independent Music Awards (NY). En 2020, este proyecto fue reconocido por MinCiencias como una de las experiencias más relevantes en Investigación-Creación en Colombia. Desde 2005 lidera Carrera Quinta, con la que ha obtenido premios como la Beca Nacional de Investigación en Música, el Premio Banco Virtual de Partituras, y el Concurso de Músicas Mestizas de la Cámara de Comercio de Bogotá. Ha sido invitada a Berklee College of Music y ha tocado en EE.UU., Brasil y Panamá. Su discografía incluye En Esencia (2009), Carrera Quinta Big Band (2016), Traslaciones (2019) y Desde Adentro (2020). Como investigadora, ha publicado libros como Método de Improvisación en el Pasillo (2006) y 17 Obras para Big Band (2020), consolidándose como una líder en la educación e investigación de músicas colombianas.Compositor, guitarrista, investigador y docente bogotano, nominado en dos ocasiones al Latin Grammy. Ganador de becas y reconocimientos del Ministerio de Cultura de Colombia, Como director de Carrera Quinta, fue nominado al Latin Grammy 2016 como productor, compositor y arreglista del álbum Big Band. Ha sido invitado a Berklee College of Music, al Panama Jazz Festival y a eventos como el Jazz Education Conference en EE.UU. Su obra ha sido interpretada por la Orquesta Sinfónica de Loja, la Big Band Bogotá y la Universidad Pedagógica Nacional. Obtuvo una beca de Colfuturo para realizar su maestría en Jazz Composition en la Universidad de Louisville, donde fue profesor asistente. Ha publicado libros sobre músicas andinas y actualmente dirige la Maestría en Músicas Colombianas y el Programa de Formación Musical en la Universidad El Bosque. 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

In this powerful TEDx talk, Chris Valletta explores how values-based leadership can restore America's leadership and unity in times of crisis. Drawing from personal experiences and historical lessons - from Civil War artifacts to his experience in the Texas A&M Bonfire tragedy - Chris highlights the importance of aligning leadership with enduring principles like service, responsibility, and collective action. To learn more about TEDxTAMU and explore our speakers and events, visit www.tedxtamu.org. Chris Valletta is a former NFL athlete, entrepreneur, and advocate for values-based leadership. A Texas A&M University graduate, he brings a background in sports and business to his work in leadership development, emphasizing resilience, service, and purpose-driven impact. He is the author of three books on leadership and the founder of AmplifyU at Texas A&M—the nation’s first accredited program integrating leadership training for student-athletes with business education. Outside of his professional roles, Chris is a husband, father of two, and passionate collector of historical artifacts, including a unique collection of over 200 Bibles carried by soldiers across American history. 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

Growing up, Kabir Adamu was captivated by the world of James Bond — not just the glamour, but the intelligence, strategy, and precision behind every mission. Today, he channels that inspiration into real-world impact as a leading security expert and entrepreneur, employing over 400 youths across Nigeria.In this powerful TEDxNTICAbujaYouth talk, Kabir shares how cinematic fascination turned into a purposeful career in security risk management. He breaks down his journey with three practical lessons: dream big, create a concrete plan, and take ownership. More than a career story, this is a blueprint for young people looking to build meaningful futures through passion, discipline, and service. Kabir Adamu is the Managing Director of Beacon Consulting Limited, a renowned firm providing enterprise risk and security management solutions in Nigeria and the Sahel. Kabir is a dynamic and professional security and intelligence executive with a soundtrack record in the public and private including humanitarian and development sectors. He is experienced in security consultancy and project management at the multinational level and has supported clients with operations in hostile, challenging and complex environments. During this period, he has shown extensive capacity in successfully interfacing at strategic, regional and local levels utilising experience gained in the security environment combined with academic skills developed during professional study. He drives change through effective relationship building, identifying and influencing key decision makers. 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

In this thought-provoking and empowering talk, Dr. Vivian Sonny-Nsirim speaks directly to the heart of every young person standing at the crossroads of life decisions. With warmth and clarity, she challenges the culture of choosing careers based on peer pressure, societal trends, or parental expectations — rather than personal passion and purpose.Drawing from real-life experiences and deep insights into youth development, Dr. Vivian explores why so many young people feel lost in the courses they study or the careers they pursue. She encourages self-reflection by asking a simple yet powerful question: What do you truly love about yourself? . Dr. (Mrs) Vivian Sonny -Nsirim. The Founder and CEO Young Moms Support Initiative. A devoted Christian, Humanitarian Agent and Philanthropist, which led her in founding Young Moms Support Initiative (YMSI) - a non-governmental organization (NGO) seeking to support and empower women and children for a better society 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