In her thoughtful, personal talk, Lisa takes a look at what it means to become an adult. In a rapidly evolving world, today's teens face unique challenges and unprecedented opportunities. In her talk, Lisa explores the concept of Becoming; through the lens of resilience, adaptability and self-discovery, she hopes to empower pupils and students to navigate change with confidence, to embrace uncertainty and actively shape their future as responsible adults. Lisa Cesaroni is 14-years-old, Italian and currently living in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. She stands out for her ambition, hard work and drive, determined to create positive change. With a natural curiosity about the world, she’s passionate about exploring new ideas, particularly in technology, and constantly seeks to challenge herself, as seen in her dedication to both academics and personal development. Lisa embraces new experiences: she is highly motivated to not only understand the complexities of the world around her but also to have a meaningful impact on it. With a sharp mind and a strong sense of purpose, she is ready to take on leadership roles and continue shaping her future in ways that will inspire others. 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

Isabelle uses personal experience to generate motivation for the youth of today to talk action and become young entrepreneurs. Isabelle is a Dutch-Ukrainian entrepreneur dedicated to driving innovation and global change. With a passion for using technology and business to create a meaningful impact, she has founded multiple startups that have quickly gained traction and industry recognition. Aged just 17, she launched Foundity.com, showcasing her competitive spirit and ambition to build something bigger than herself. She is highly motivated to share her insights, not only through business but also through public speaking to support her mission of solving world problems. With a proven track record, Isabelle is a powerhouse shaping the future of innovation. 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 talk, you will be motivated to reconsider the way you use and interpret the news as a tool for better living and a better world. Ella Bruggink is Dutch and Russian, and is currently completing her A-levels in an International school in Amsterdam. She was born in Dubai shortly before moving to the south of France, where she lived for 8 years and attended a bilingual school. Fluent in 4 languages and having had the immense privilege of visiting 27 different countries by the time she turned 17, Ella is a self-proclaimed world citizen. She observes the world with a critical eye and uses that information to propel her forward in achieving her goals. Taking the lead of a Model United Nations (MUN) Club and bearing responsibility for organising BSAMUNs through the years 2024-2026, Ella seeks to inspire curiosity and stimulate debate among her peers. Ella exudes these values through her other extracurricular commitments such as being Student Council representative, a writer for her school’s humanities journal, and founding the ‘US+ university application preparation Club' in her Senior School. Believing critical thinking and knowledge acquisition is paramount to living a fulfilled life, Ella has already attended a pre-college course on international relations at Columbia University and is admitted into Harvard’s Summer School for high school students for 2025. Ella loves social studies, and is determined to pursue higher education in the fields of political science and international relations. 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

With the key to their solution in our hands, this talk is designed to encourage you to consider life as an adult: without the safety net of school, when we leave, we will need to put our energy into sustaining healthy support groups of friends and strong connections. Alma Geva was born in Israel and raised in the Netherlands. She grew up in the Israeli community in Amsterdam and discovered the importance of a strong community. Today, Alma takes on leadership roles within this community and continues to share her passion and experiences with others. She is a dedicated leader and advocate for the power of community. Alma believes in the transformative impact of community in addressing some of humanity’s greatest challenges, including loneliness, loss of purpose and societal distractions. 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

We need to hear the tone, see the body language and understand how others feel. In this talk, Vritika wants to inspire and encourage people to rethink their virtual habits and instead prioritize in-person interactions. Whether it's snapping a person through snapchat or reacting to a message through instagram, the way we have started to communicate is absurd and unemotional. There is a danger that we have forgotten how to identify whether we seriously connect with a person or not; a danger that we have forgotten how to sympathise with one another; and most importantly, we seem to be forgetting how it feels to interact with somebody in person, face to face. Vritika Dalal is originally from India but has been living in the Netherlands for most of her young life, studying at an International School (The British School of Amsterdam). Whilst growing up in the age of technology and the ever changing social media platforms, Vritika is passionate about understanding the effect a digital era has on communication and relationship patterns. As a student who engages in leadership roles and takes ownership of events both inside and outside of school, Vritika brings support, assistance and creative ideas to enhance the quality of work. Experiences from participating in multiple events - such as Model United Nations and Duke of Edinburgh Award - has not only proven Vritika’s ability to deliver exceptional outputs & influence others but also of being a capable public speaker, who is interested in embracing the power of face to face conversations. In addition, Vritika is an athlete, who takes part in competition swimming, a sport which requires tremendous resilience and strength. She stretches her boundaries, pushing through difficult training sessions, whilst balancing her school life at the same time. Vritika likes to describe herself as a cheetah, one who is alert at all times, either studying, swimming or partying, and always trying her best no matter what. 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

Labeling intelligence based on an “amount of knowledge” often determines a grade, yet the variations between subjects, qualifications, and exam boards can differ significantly, even though they all result in the same “grade.” It's important to foster an awareness and adaptability in students, helping them recognize these variations. When comparing academic achievement across subjects, it becomes clear that such labels cannot fully represent someone's true “amount of knowledge.” || Christopher Roche (Mr Roche) is a passionate educator involved in data monitoring of the Science department and carrying out comprehensive reviews of external assessment in schools. He is currently in the role of Head of Science, alongside being Principal Examiner for Biology iGCSE, Chemistry iGCSE and A level Biology for Learning Resource Network. He is also an experienced exam writer and marker for Cambridge International GCSE, for both Biology and Environmental Management. 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