In this breathtaking 10-minute live sand art performance, watch grains of sand come alive to tell a powerful story of transformation. Change is the rhythm of the universe—the delicate dance that has shaped both the universe and human life on Earth. Through mesmerizing visuals, discover how embracing change is essential for growth, resilience, and the beauty of life itself. Join the renowned sand artist Shubhada Sahasrabudhe as she takes you on an artistic and thought-provoking journey. With every graceful movement, she transforms ordinary sand into extraordinary ephemeral imagery; frames seamlessly choreographed into a poetic narrative about creation and renewal. A dynamic art that endorses the very essence of change. Shubhada Sahasrabudhe is an artist renowned for her expertise in various fine art mediums, including oil paint, watercolors, charcoal, and especially sand art. With over 30 years of experience, she creates elaborate portraits, landscapes, and emotionally charged stories by dusting and sculpting sand on a lit glass table. Her sand art has been showcased on Nickelodeon, featured in live performances at art, cultural, and corporate events, and used in numerous commercial projects. In addition to her artistic career, Shubhada is a mechanical engineer with nearly 25 years of experience as a principal engineer in the semiconductor industry. She has secured numerous patents and publications and was honored as the Woman Engineer of the Year by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Her journey exemplifies the powerful synergy between seemingly disparate fields leading to impacting contributions. Explore her diverse artistic works on her YouTube channel, "Shubhada’s Sand Art." 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 the small town of Euroa, on a shire of 10,500 people, our theory of change is SOS. We always encourage people to start right where they are, take responsibility for change and organise to effect it, and show what we have done to inspire and enable others to do the same. Kate Auty currently lives and works in Taungurung and Yorta Yorta country. Kate’s formal appointments have included magistrate (Victoria and WA), commissioner for environment (Victoria and the ACT), senior lawyer RCIADIC (Victoria, Tasmania and WA), and University of Melbourne Vice Chancellor’s and Professorial Fellowships. Kate is a barrister, environmental scientist and published author. Her talk is about her commitment to community advocacy which centres on the Strathbogie and Euroa area with groups such as Strathbogie Voices and EuroaConnect. 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

A powerful story of perseverance, determination, and defying the impossible. Witness an inspiring journey of overcoming challenges and rewriting destiny. "A Bachelor of Business Administration student living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, he has risen above every challenge with unwavering determination and resilience. Despite the odds, he has emerged as a top performer in his class. His talk is a powerful testament to the human spirit — an inspiring story of triumph over adversity." 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 creativity could be unlocked like a magic pill? ?✨ Introducing the O.M.G. Model—a simple yet powerful framework to supercharge your creative thinking! ?? Observe ? Marinate ? Go CrazyReady to level up your creativity? Watch now and start thinking outside the box! Phone is passionate about innovation, leadership, and knowledge-sharing. His talk explores how small ideas, when understood deeply, can transform society, inspiring others to step out of their comfort zones and express their creativity effectively. 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

‘Cities: Our Climate Change Antiheroes’ challenges us to reimagine cities as powerful climate solutions rather than just sources of emissions. While national governments debate, cities are becoming command centers for climate action - a role so crucial that the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is preparing its first-ever special report focused on cities. Through examples from Bendigo to Singapore, Cathy Oke shows how 13,000 local governments worldwide are already leading bold climate initiatives, often outpacing national action. The future of our climate will be decided in our cities, and every citizen has a role in this transformation. Dr Cathy Oke OAM is a leading voice in urban sustainability and city leadership, combining 25 years of practical and academic expertise. She serves as Associate Professor in Informed Cities in the Faculty of Architecture Building and Planning and Director of the Melbourne Centre for Cities at the University of Melbourne, while advising the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy on research and innovation. Since 2021, she has co-hosted the ClimateTalks podcast covering the United Nations Climate Conferences. Her twelve years as a Melbourne City Councillor (2008-2020) and contributions to local government and the environment were recognized with an Order of Australia Medal in 2023. 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

This talk explores why innovation might be slowing down. We'll discuss how constant distractions and a lack of focused attention can hinder our ability to generate new and exciting concepts. We'll also look at practical ways to sharpen our focus and reignite our curiosity. Kenneth Lin is a sophomore at Whippany Park High School. As an innovator, entrepreneur, and author, he is always working on his next startup and invention. In the past, he has developed a pharmaceutical product, published six research papers, and authored three books regarding innovation, creativity, and technology. In his talk, Kenneth will be discussing the barriers to innovation and strategies for developing, branching out, and turning one's weaknesses into strengths. 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