Think green skills are just for environmentalists or scientists? Think again. The future of work belongs to those who can adapt, innovate, and lead through change. In this surprising and energizing talk, Vitor Ungari reveals how mastering sustainability, creative problem-solving, and systems thinking isn’t just good for the planet, it’s the key to thriving in tomorrow’s economy. Vitor Ungari is a dynamic leader and passionate advocate for sustainability and innovation, focused on empowering changemakers through education, entrepreneurship, and technology. A former professional soccer player turned engineer, he transitioned into social entrepreneurship, co-founding Aurica to deliver cutting-edge sustainability consulting and SaaS solutions that drive impact. Currently pursuing an MBA at Babson College with concentrations in Entrepreneurship and Business Analytics/Machine Learning, he leverages his diverse expertise to tackle global challenges. Vitor’s transformative leadership has scaled initiatives at Enactus Brazil and different organizations, empowering over 3,000 students and positively impacting more than 100,000 lives. His journey showcases the power of adaptability, purpose, and green talent to build a more sustainable and equitable future. 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

Students from Kenmore Jr Sr High share talks about mental health, motivation, stage fright, cancer awareness, and non-traditional school.Speakers include: Ash Stockmeyer, Cheyanne Rider, Anna Ceranski, Kalib Mielcarek, Maxim Campana, Darren Tucker, Madison Wells, Amara Gomez, Hunter Hayes, Hannah Stump, Angelo Vasiliadis, Zoey Matos, and Jaiden Roman Student at Kenmore Jr Sr High School 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

That there are different ways of learning, and thinking, such as non-linear thinking through making art about contemporary issues, and that engaging with art as a way of opening up to the world can bring new insights. That is one of many ways to suspend the speed of the world in which we live in, in order to attend to it. Paying attention is a way of caring for the world. Dragana obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Animation and Visual Effects at the University of Novi Sad in Serbia and her Master’s degree in Graphic Storytelling at Luca School of Arts in Belgium. Currently, she works as a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Media Studies at KU Leuven and a teaching assistant at the Graphic Storytelling course at LUCA School of Arts in Brussels. Through artistic practice, she explores the intersection between knowledge production, activism, and comics. She is interested in children’s literature regarding difficult topics, unconventional children’s books and graphic narratives about marginalised experiences of the world. Dragana is a passionate advocate for enhancing the visibility of young comic authors in Serbia, which led her to co-found “Comic-Aunties” (Stripotetke), an organisation dedicated to improving the visibility of women and young authors in the world of comics. 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 your brain can't tell the difference between human connection and AI interaction? In this groundbreaking talk, I reveal how our brains process artificial intimacy in surprisingly similar ways to human relationships. Using custom neuroscience software that measures brain waves and blood flow in real-time, I demonstrate how AI connections can activate the same neurological pathways associated with love and sexual attraction.You'll discover eye-opening results from my original research into how people are already forming deep emotional and intimate bonds with AI. Through the diverse perspectives of Reba C. Thomas (celebrity sexuality educator), James J. Sexton (renowned divorce lawyer exploring AI's impact on human relationships), and Roy Stride (lead singer of Scouting for Girls), we explore what these findings mean for the future of human connection.This talk challenges fundamental assumptions about intimacy and invites you to consider a world where the line between human and artificial love increasingly blurs in our brains and our lives. Are you afraid that AI might replace you? Recent years have seen rapid technological advancements and countless scenarios for the future—and this is just the beginning. But fear not—Matthew Blakemore, the ethical AI ambassador, is here to show that AI is not a threat but an ally. As CEO of AI Caramba!, Matthew leads efforts to make AI responsible and practical, enhancing human creativity instead of replacing it. He’s also one of the lead authors of the ISO/IEC 8183 AI Data Lifecycle Standard, shaping AI governance in over 165 countries. And that’s not all. On IMDb, you’ll find Matthew credited as a producer of award-winning AI-powered films, celebrated by the European Broadcasting Union. Beyond film, he’s revolutionizing fashion. His app, Looks Good On Me, earned him and his co-founder the Prince Abdul Aziz Entrepreneurship Award, transforming online shopping forever. Matthew Blakemore won’t demystify AI—he’ll reveal how it can unlock new possibilities. 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

Can AI Know Who You Are? In this bold and deeply thoughtful TEDx talk, researcher Daniella Gati explores what happens when young people turn to AI to understand their identity, especially in moments of confusion, fear, or curiosity about gender and sexuality. Gati unpacks how generative AI shapes knowledge, the risks of algorithmic conservatism, and why queer theory matters more than ever in the age of chatbots. This is a vital talk for anyone interested in technology, identity, and what it truly means to know. Daniella Gáti (he/she/they) is a lecturer in Creative Computing at the University of Salford, specialising in digital media and queer theory. Their research explores how algorithms and Al shape society, focusing on the impact on marginalised groups, particularly LGBTQ+ communities. Daniella's current book project, A Queer Theory of Al and Algorithmic Knowledge, examines how Al conceptualises gender, sexuality, diversity, and fluidity and its influence on self-identity and acceptance. Daniella is also part of the Transdisciplinary Queer Futures of Al research group, a European network focused on creating fair and sustainable Al. Their work has been published in academic journals like Critical Inquiry and popular outlets like qLit.hu. These themes are central to Daniella's TEDx talk. 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

Miguel Vargas nos platica como el arte se ha convertido en un gestor de cambio así como un punto de unión para comunidades divididas. Arquitecto originario de Ciudad Juárez, reconocido por su perfil creativo y versatilidad en diversas ramas del diseño y el arte. Su talento abarca desde la fotografía y el diseño de mobiliario, hasta el interiorismo, paisajismo, la escultura y la curaduría. Entre sus obras arquitectónicas destacan "La Duna" y la Torre Nero, junto a otros proyectos tanto públicos como privados.Actualmente, es cofundador de "San Luis Contemporáneo", un espacio cultural en el corazón de Ciudad Juárez. Este espacio ofrece un entorno transformativo para la comunidad artística, con el objetivo de forjar conexiones significativas entre comunidades y promover diversas formas de expresión artística. 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