Over the past century, America’s transport network has been centered around car culture, heightening inequalities for the vulnerable. Felix Bret shows how high-speed rail can help overcome these inequalities and build a more abundant future for all. Felix Bret is a sophomore at Phillips Academy Andover. 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 Cause or Cure: Education in the Age of Mass Incarceration” will explore the school-to-prison pipeline, access to education within the prison system, and the challenges of reentry. Centered around the real-life story of a family friend who was incarcerated for over a span of 26 years, this talk will humanize the issue, offering an intimate and powerful perspective on how education intersects with incarceration. Maya is a junior at Phillips Academy Andover. 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

Stefania Sinesi, psicoterapeuta e docente universitaria, apre il suo talk con una provocazione che rompe un tabù della professione: anche i terapeuti sbagliano.Stefania affronta il tema dell’errore in terapia. Attraverso casi clinici reali e riflessioni personali, dimostra che gli errori del terapeuta, se riconosciuti e condivisi, rafforzano la relazione con il paziente e favoriscono un cambiamento autentico. Un talk profondo e illuminante che ci invita a ripensare l’errore non come debolezza, ma come parte integrante di ogni percorso di crescita, dentro e fuori la stanza di terapia. Insegna e collabora con l’Università degli Studi di Perugia, l’Università degli Studi di Pavia, Università degli Studi di Salerno, l’ Università degli Studi di Salerno e con l’Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma. Ha un’esperienza clinica e di ricerca in contesti di eccellenza nazionali e internazionali- tra cui Children’s National Medical Center di Washinghton D.C., Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón e Hospital Infantil Universitario Niño Jesúsdi Madrid, Maudsley Hospital-King’s College di Londra, Policlinico Agostino Gemelli di Roma. 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

Marketing drives consumer behavior — but at what cost to the environment? This talk explores how advertising, branding, and consumer culture shape our ecological footprint. From fast fashion to planned obsolescence, we examine the hidden environmental consequences of marketing strategies and how shifting toward ethical, sustainable promotion can protect our planet. Discover how marketers hold the power not just to sell, but to spark change. Javohir is a sharp thinker who looks beyond the screen and into the real world. ??In his powerful talk, "Eco Traps Behind the Screen", he uncovers how advertisements push overconsumption, waste, and pollution—silently harming our planet. ?️?? From plastic packaging to fast fashion, Javohir shows how ads shape our habits and our environment, and what we can do to break free. ?♻️? 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

Plastic is everywhere—but so is its damage. ??In "Why We Should Care About Plastic Pollution?", we learn how plastic harms oceans, wildlife, and even our own bodies. ??️ This talk opens our eyes to the true cost of convenience and shows how small changes—like saying no to plastic bags—can lead to a big impact. ♻️?? Because if we don’t care now, who will? She’s a 5th grade student at a local public school, bursting with curiosity and a true passion for reading. Her endless wonder about the world has led her to a topic that affects us all — plastic pollution.Nilufar believes that caring for our planet starts with understanding the little things we often ignore. Her talk will inspire us to take action and think deeply about "Why We Should Care About Plastic Pollution?" 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

Colors aren’t just for art—they tell powerful stories about our planet. ??In "The Association Between Colors and Ecology", we explore how colors like green, blue, and brown are deeply connected to nature and the environment. ??? This talk dives into how these colors influence eco-awareness, emotions, and action—reminding us that even color can inspire change. ?️♻️? She’s a 6th grade student at Namangan Presidential School with a deep love for reading books. ? Her curiosity knows no bounds — and this time, it's led her to explore the world of colors and nature. ? Shodiyona believes that even the smallest details, like colors, can tell powerful stories about our environment. 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