Olga explores a culture that nurtures personal and professional growth, inspires conscious leadership and respects each person's potential. Olga defines herself first and foremost as a lifelong learning advocate. Motivated by her second degree as a PhD candidate of philosophy and religious studies, Olga shifted her focus toward exploring fulfillment at work, especially through the lens of women’s empowerment and empathetic leadership.Olga's passion lies in designing what she can call the “dream workplace”: a culture that nurtures personal and professional growth, inspires conscious leadership, and respects each person’s unique potential. Women’s empowerment plays a pivotal role here—when women thrive, organizations and communities benefit exponentially. Even at work, we remain human—curious, spontaneous, creative, and social. Why not create the most welcoming environment where empathy, inclusion, and personal growth can uplift everyone? 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

What if the limits you've accepted your whole life aren't real at all? Fighter pilot and test pilot Nathan Gray shares how surviving a deadly jet crash, and later landing an F-35 on Britain’s largest warship, taught him to challenge every self-limiting belief. This is a story about grit, loss, and defying the odds to discover how far we can really go when we dare to believe in ourselves. Commander Nathan Gray was the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm’s Top Gun, with over 30 years’ experience as a fighter pilot and instructor, flying more than 140 combat missions. Raised in Stoke-on-Trent, he became a test pilot for the cutting-edge F35 fighter and earned the coveted Royal Marines green beret during his military career. 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

After surviving a near-fatal car crash in the mountains of Nepal, explorer and adventurer Levison Wood discovered that fear isn’t just a warning - it’s an invitation. In this gripping talk, he shares stories from war zones, wild expeditions, and life-or-death moments to reveal how fear, when faced head-on, can become a compass toward growth and even magic. An author of 12 books and presenter of nine internationally broadcast documentaries, Levison is also Chancellor of University of Staffordshire. A former British Army officer who served in Afghanistan, he has walked the length of the Nile, the Himalayas, and Central America, and is a Fellow of both the Explorers Club and the Royal Geographical 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

Lillian Charles, who goes by Atlas, is a junior at Booker T. Washington High School with a wide range of interests and talents. She’s involved in National Honor Society, Speech and Debate, Girl Scouts, and theatre. Outside of school, Atlas enjoys reading, creative writing, and exploring new languages—a passion that deeply informs her TEDx talk.In her speech, Atlas will shine a light on the critical issue of endangered indigenous languages. With 42% of all spoken languages at risk—most of them indigenous—her talk explores the lasting impact of colonization, the beauty of linguistic diversity, and the urgent need to preserve these vital cultural threads. Hi, I’m Lillian Charles, but most people call me Atlas. I’m a current Junior at Booker T Washington High school. I participate in National Honor Society, Speech and debate, Girl Scouts, and theatre. Outside of school I love to read and do creative writing. I also have a passion for language learning and can’t wait to talk about the issue of endangered indigenous languages in my speech.42% of all spoken languages are considered endangered. Most of those are indigenous languages that have been threatened by colonization for decades. Language diversity is a beautiful thing. This speech dives into the state of indigenous language endangerment, the importance of keeping these languages alive, and what we can do to protect 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

Ella Overbeck is a junior at Booker T. Washington High School, where she’s a proud member of the National Honor Society and serves as co-captain of the JV Volleyball Team. She brings her leadership, energy, and passion for advocacy to the TEDx stage.In her speech, Ella tackles common misconceptions about ADHD by drawing from personal experiences and scientific insight. She’ll explore the causes, types, and treatments of ADHD, while also addressing the gender gap in diagnoses. Through her talk, Ella hopes to raise awareness and inspire greater support and understanding for those living with ADHD. Hi! My name is Ella Overbeck and I am a Junior at Booker T. Washington High School! I am a member of NHS and a co-captain of the Booker T. JV Volleyball Team. I'm so excited to be a part of Tedx!This speech debunks ADHD misconceptions, sharing personal experiences to highlight its impact. It explains causes, types, treatments, and the gender gap in diagnoses. The speaker urges awareness, support, and advocacy to help those with ADHD thrive. 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

Trinity Cagle is a student at Booker T. Washington High School who is deeply engaged both in and out of the classroom. She's involved in soccer, HFC, student council, and a variety of volunteer efforts that support her community. In her free time, Trinity enjoys reading, writing, crocheting, and painting—creative outlets that reflect her thoughtful and expressive nature.In her upcoming speech, Trinity will explore the impact of bullying and the power of labels in shaping how individuals see themselves and others. Inspired by the memory of a close friend who tragically lost his life due to the effects of bullying, Trinity’s talk is a heartfelt call to action. She hopes to spark conversations about empathy, identity, and the importance of breaking free from the labels that limit us. Hi, I'm Trinity Cagle and I'm a student from Booker T. Washington. I do many activities involving school and my community like soccer, HFC, student council, and volunteer work. In my free time, I like to read and write plus little hobbies such as crocheting and painting. But I would love to talk about things that have more of an impact on my and my peers' lives.In my speech, I want to share my experiences of bullying and how labeling affects society. My biggest inspiration for my talk is about one of my friends who sadly passed away due to the hardships of bullying during his life. I will talk about him and how single words that seem like nothing can alter a person's whole life. This is what I want to change, I want to talk about ways we can break those labels that restrict us from being us. So, I'm super excited to share lots more with you on April 3rd, 2025! 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