In a world driven by self-interest, true fulfillment lies in selfless service and compassion. This talk explores the profound impact of dedicating oneself to the well-being of others, from feeding the hungry to caring for the sick and abandoned. P.U. Thomas, the founder of the prestigious Navajeevan Trust, feeds more than 5000 people daily and changed the lives of over 3000 psychiatric patients. Through his philanthrophic deeds, he has inspired audiences worldwide, proving that one person's compassion can ignite a wave of change. His story will not just inspire you- it will challenge you to see how one person's kindness an change the world. Through real-life experiences and heartfelt stories, we will uncover how acts of kindness not only uplift those in need but also bring deep purpose and joy to the giver. P. U. Thomas, affectionately known as ‘Thomas Chettan,’ a compassionate humanitarian from Kottayam, Kerala. As the founder of the Navajeevan Trust, he has dedicated his life to feeding thousands of hospital patients daily and rehabilitating the homeless and mentally challenged.His unwavering commitment to service has transformed countless lives, creating a support system that extends beyond mere sustenance to provide dignity and hope to society’s most vulnerable members.The impact of his work ripples through communities, inspiring others to join his mission and creating a movement of compassion that continues to grow and touch more lives each day. 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

Discussing the ways in which social media affects our everyday lives in terms of beauty standards, attention span, and humour Hello! I’m Klarissa from grade 11 at IGBIS, and I’m Malaysian Chinese to the core; I will make my money’s worth at an all-you-can-eat buffet. I live life solely to eat good food, make and experience art, and travel the world. Hopefully, my TEDx talk inspires people to find their identities outside of social media. 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

Are you a maverick that always seeks to be different from the crowd? If yes, then you're just a conformist. In less than 6 minutes, I will tell you why and more. Xin chào! I'm Jolene from grade 11 and if you couldn't tell, I am Vietnamese but I came to Malaysia when I was a month old. I love Milo Ice, Britney Spears, and learning about anatomy because it makes me happy- and I believe everyone should be able to say a sentence like that because it makes them happy too! 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, Saina challenges the deep-rooted issue of victim-blaming and highlights the urgent need to shift our focus toward accountability. Through real-life stories and thought-provoking insights, this talk explores how we can create a society where survivors of abuse feel safe to speak up without fear of judgment. Hello everyone I’m Saina, I'm 15 years old and in grade 9. I'm from India and I've lived in Malaysia for 7 years and this is currently my 6th year at IGBIS. 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

My TEDx speech talks about environmental degradation and how space technology could solve this. Hi. My name is Yimo Lu. You can call me Lukas. I have just turned 13. I was born in China and just came to Malaysia. I enjoy doing sports. Sports can relieve my stress, I can use my best efforts during sports time. I also like reading fiction books and playing board games. This is my first month at IGB International School and also my first time joining TEDx. I am very into some topics about 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 insightful TEDx Talk, Tiana explores the science behind focus and why our brains are naturally drawn to engaging activities—like video games—while struggling to maintain attention on important tasks. With research-backed strategies such as the 1-3-5 method, the two-minute rule, and the 4-box method, she shares practical tools to help improve productivity and enhance. Hi, my name is Tiana. I am currently in grade 7. This is my fourth year in IGBIS and my Third year involved with Tedx. I was born in Hong Kong and since then have moved around Asia. Some of my hobbies are baking and reading. 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