In his powerful talk, a student of Modern Public School shared his inspiring journey from a quiet, diligent learner to a passionate motivational speaker. Reflecting on the values and resilience instilled by the school, he spoke about how personal experiences shaped his growth and confidence. With a compelling voice and heartfelt stories, he emphasized the importance of perseverance, self-belief, and rising above challenges. His transformation highlighted the impact of education and self-discovery. Through his words, he encouraged students to embrace their potential, pursue their dreams fearlessly, and trust that even the quietest voices can one day inspire many. A wonderful student 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

The people of Oceania have a deep spiritual and physical connection to the ocean, steeped in the cultural significance of the living ocean as family. This perspective has kept generations of indigenous island peoples in balance with the natural world for centuries. The impact of climate change and the looming threat of deep-sea mining is an existential threat to these sacred marine ecosystems. Advocating for the integration of indigenous knowledge and practices can turn the tides. An example is the traditional Rahui system, a resource management practice that sets aside areas to allow for ecosystem recovery, a highly effective way to protect biodiversity and create community cohesion. This urgent call for global unity among indigenous communities and other experts invites us to work together to preserve the ocean. The demise of the ocean would be our own. Hinano Murphy is a widely recognized expert in Tahitian cultural history. She grew up on Moorea and Tahiti learning oral traditions from her elders. She worked in education as a school teacher and later in her career she served as a technical advisor to the government, developing Tahitian language/culture programs for the schools. She then became the associate Director of the UC Berkeley Gump Research Station and the President of the cultural organization Te Pu Atitia, where she founded the Atitia Cultural Center on Moorea. Most recently she is serving as the Cultural Director for Tetiaroa Society and the head of the Cultural Committee that advises on all cultural matters in Tetiaroa. Hinano is involved in many Polynesian cultural and conservation initiatives and among other commitments has talked about the Polynesian connection to the ocean at the 2019 World Oceans Day at the United Nations, and more recently at the IMPAC5 Congress in Vancouver. 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

Drawing from his personal experience as both a working actor and a teaching artist, Julian Elijah Martinez argues that teaching is important to the journey of the artist and should be considered as integral to our careers as learning the craft and the business of our chosen profession. He first discusses his discovery of art, the teachers who helped shape his path, and how he found his way into the classroom as a paraeducator, substitute, teaching artist, and adjunct. He describes a few of the artist organizations he volunteers for, their philosophies and impacts, and how his art has ultimately been impacted by his students. Julian Elijah Martinez is an actor, photographer, and teacher living and dreaming in Brooklyn. He's known for his work on Wu-Tang: An American Saga, and Law&Order SVU, and has appeared on stages of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and regionally. Currently, he teaches at Yale College and the New School. He is a founding member of the Encompass Collective, and The Visit and a current board member of the Developing Artists Theater Company. In his spare time, he co-hosts a weekly podcast called The Episode One Show and teaches group fitness classes. 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

Yaşamanın rengi kadınlardır. Kaleminizin kadında uçun. Düşsüz hiçbir şey olmaz, düşleri gerçekleştirmek sabır ister. Yaşar Seyman, sendikacı, yazar ve kadın hakları savunucusudur. İş yaşamına Türkiye İş Bankası’nda başlamış, BASİSEN Ankara ve İç Anadolu Bölge Başkanı olarak uzun yıllar emek ve kadın mücadelesi yürütmüştür. 2007’de Uluslararası Sendikalar Ağı tarafından Avrupa’nın Başarılı Kadın Sendikacısı seçilmiştir. “Hüznün Coşkusu Altındağ” adlı kitabı tiyatroya uyarlanmış, ödüller kazanmıştır. 12 kitap yazan Seyman; PEN, Yazarlar Sendikası ve Dil Derneği üyesidir. BM Kadına Yönelik Şiddet Projesi’nde uzman olarak görev almıştır. Eserleri farklı dillere çevrilmiş, çok sayıda onur ödülüne layık görülmüştür. Halen Gazete Pencere ve BayanYanı Dergisi'nde yazmakta; Ankara’da yaşamını sürdürmektedir. 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

Sınırları Kaldır ve İz Bırak. Sınırları aşmak gidebilme cesaretini göstermektir. Kader gayrete aşıktır. Sınırları aşmak aşka benzer, aşk gibi kabuğuna sığamama halidir. Av. Altın MİMİR, Tunceli Ovacık doğumlu bir hukukçudur. Hemşire olarak başladığı kariyerine, İstanbul Üniversitesi Hukuk Fakültesi mezuniyetiyle yeni bir yön vermiştir. Prof. Dr. Çetin Özek yanında tamamladığı staj sonrası 1998’de Emek Hukuk Bürosu’nu kurmuş, kendisi gibi avukat olan oğlu Emek EMRE mezun olduktan sonra oğlu ile birlikte “Altın Emek Hukuk Bürosu” adıyla çalışmalarını sürdürmektedir. Kadın hakları ve toplumsal cinsiyet eşitliği konusunda aktif rol üstlenmiş, “Kadının Hak Arama Rehberi” kitabıyla bu mücadelesini geniş kitlelere taşımıştır. Toplumsal cinsiyet eşitliği ve kadın hakları konularında aktif çalışmalar yürüten Altın MİMİR, KAGİDER (Kadın Girişimciler Derneği) başta olmak üzere birçok sivil toplum kuruluşunda görev almıştır. Beşiktaş JK Yönetim Kurulu Üyeliği ve Hukuk Kurulu Başkanlığı yapmış, sporda kadın temsiliyetine katkı sunmuştur. Hukukla toplumsal dönüşüm arasında köprü kurmaya devam etmektedir. 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

The speaker defines gratitude as recognizing and appreciating what one has, especially compared to those in worse conditions. He highlights global issues such as poverty, hunger, and lack of basic resources to emphasize how fortunate many are. Practical ways to practice gratitude include daily reflections on blessings, like health, food, and education. He stresses that gratitude helps individuals appreciate their circumstances rather than constantly wanting more. The talk concludes with a reminder that many people face hardships, making it essential to cultivate thankfulness in everyday life. My name is Juan Pierra. I'm 14 years old. I like soccer, and today I'm going to talk about sports 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