In her TED talk, Renjie will explore the idea that friendship transcends verbal communication. She highlights how connections can be formed through actions, smiles, and kindness, emphasizing that body language often conveys more than words. By sharing personal experiences, she illustrates how friendships can blossom even between people who speak different languages. Renjie encourages us to recognize the universal language of friendship, reminding us that a simple gesture can foster meaningful connections. Renjie is a student at the Canadian International School of Phnom Penh. She came from Shanghai, China, and this is her first year moving to Phnom Penh. Renjie is a competitive young athlete who loves to swim and dance Latin. She also loves to record life through story drawing. In her TEDx Talk, Renjie will discuss the language of friendship, exploring how people can communicate with each other without using words. 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 inspiring TEDx talk, a fifth-grade student discusses the power of dreaming big and taking action. Emphasizing that age is not a barrier to leadership, the speaker encourages kids to see themselves as changemakers who can address issues in their communities. By sharing examples of young leaders like Malala Yousafzai and Greta Thunberg, the talk highlights that even small actions can lead to significant change. The message is clear: don’t wait to make a difference—start today and become the leader the world needs. Mengyuan is a fifth-grade student at the Canadian International School of Phnom Penh, having recently moved from Shanghai, China. This energetic and athletic individual enjoys swimming, playing tennis, and ice hockey. 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

Nisa Thomas discusses how technology can be used to improve mental health. Teen mental health is in crisis. But what if the tools contributing to that crisis could be reimagined to become part of the solution? In this powerful talk, student innovator Nisa Thomas shares the story behind ProsperTEEN, her AI-powered app that transforms technology from a source of stress into a source of support. Discover how data, empathy, and technology come together to build resilience, reduce stress, and transform teen lives one habit at a time 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

Part of the series titled "The Inclusion Revolution" At TEDxBCP Gulberg Youth, Warda Rashid Khan took the stage to unravel the layers of gender bias faced by women in Pakistan. From everyday struggles to systemic challenges, she shed light on the silent battles women fight—and how we can push for change. What does gender bias look like in our society? How can we challenge it? Warda’s powerful insights sparked conversations that matter. Warda Rashid Khan is a Product Manager working with a US based startup Edge. Having a passion for games she previously worked extensively in the gaming industry and has been the only mentor for UEFN Woman Creator Program 2023 from Pakistan. She has been part of multiple international panels including for Riot Games and has been awarded as on of 25 most influential women in gaming in 2024. She was a panelist for British Council WoW festival and is also the Ambassador for Women in Games as well as the Connect Lead for Pakistani Women in Computing, Lahore Chapter. 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

Samuel Zewdie discusses the struggles faced by kids growing up in multiple cultures. Samuel is a high school student and the first-generation son of Ethiopian immigrants. His passion lies in bringing visibility to the mental health struggles of immigrant children—stories often left untold. He speaks from personal experience about the weight of responsibility placed on kids growing up between cultures. With clarity and heart, he hopes to use the TEDx stage to make other immigrant youth feel less alone. 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

Christopher Li discusses method of managing mental health and stressors in day to day life. Chris Li is a Los Angeles–based entrepreneur, educator, and mental-health innovator. After earning his MBA at USC, he cut his teeth in Deloitte’s strategy practice and later steered multi-billion-dollar Chinese investment funds. A five-time founder with two exits, Chris now teaches business strategy at UCLA and leads SAY!T Mental Health, a nonprofit pairing peer-led campus clubs with a gamified app that’s already cut daily stress by 29 % with beta testers. Supported by Adobe and in discussion with YMCA LA for pilot launch, Chris is on a mission to make mental-health prevention resonate with Gen Z. 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