Dal web al piccolo schermo, fino alle pagine dei suoi libri: Alice De Bortoli condivide al TEDx Vibo Valentia il suo viaggio personale e professionale, offrendo spunti di riflessione e ispirazione per chiunque voglia tracciare la propria strada con autenticità Alice De Bortoli è una figura italiana poliedrica: nota per la sua presenza autentica sui social media, ha avuto esperienze televisive e si è affermata come scrittrice di romanzi e autobiografie. La sua spontaneità e capacità di comunicare in modo schietto l'hanno resa apprezzata in diversi ambiti, unendo leggerezza e profondità 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 her heartfelt talk, Jiya Shah uncovers the superpower we often overlook—vulnerability. Drawing from her personal experiences as a young girl navigating change, expectations, and self-doubt, Jiya explores how embracing our emotions instead of hiding them can lead to greater courage, connection, and self-worth. With wisdom beyond her years, she challenges the myth that strength means being invincible and redefines it as being real. Her story is a powerful reminder that being open, honest, and vulnerable is not a weakness, but a quiet kind of bravery the world truly needs. A Grade 2 student at EuroSchool Kharadi, Jiya Shah is a bright and enthusiastic learner with a love for dancing, cycling, and the arts. She sees herself as a kind, caring, and obedient student, always eager to spread joy. As the youngest and most pampered member of her large, close-knit family, Jiya shares a special bond with each of her loved ones. Inspired by her grandmother, she dreams of becoming a doctor, dedicated to healing and helping those in need. Her mission is simple—spread love, positivity, and happiness wherever she goes. 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 connects a dance class and a math lesson? The answer is counting! In this fascinating TEDx talk, Shreeyaa Popat, a renowned Kathak exponent, educator, and choreographer, takes us on a journey exploring the deep-rooted relationship between mathematics and Kathak. From the structured cycles of Taal and the precision of Laya (tempo) to the algebraic patterns behind Tihais and Chakradars, Kathak is built upon mathematical foundations.Shreeyaa demonstrates how arithmetic, algebra, and even geometry play a vital role in shaping this classical art form. She explains the formula behind constructing rhythmic compositions, the use of angles in spins and postures, and even how footwork follows permutations and combinations. Through engaging live demonstrations, she deciphers the hidden numerical patterns that make Kathak a true symphony of movement and mathematics.Whether you’re a dancer, a mathematician, or simply curious about the beauty of numbers in art, this talk will transform how you perceive dance. This uncovers the mathematical elegance of Kathak and experience the fusion of rhythm, movement, and numbers like never before! A renowned Kathak Dance Exponent, Performing Artiste, Educator, Choreographer, and Content Creator, passionately dedicated to preserving and sharing the authentic essence of Kathak for years.Her belief that “learning knows no age limits” has made her classes inclusive and empowering. Her copyrighted program, "Facial Expressions in Dance", is a unique course designed to help dancers master the intricate art of expressions, while her introduction to Kathak online course for adult beginners has attracted students from across the globe. Her work reflects a beautiful fusion of tradition and innovation, inspiring countless students and audiences worldwide. 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

Land use is often an economic decision, one that has historically led to widespread overuse and destructive practices. A clear-cut forest harvested for the logging industry or to accommodate cattle ranching provides an immediate financial reward, but with a great ecological cost. We've lost nearly three quarters of the world's wildlife population in the last half century as human use has occupied more and more wild land. Without ecosystem restoration on a grand scale, 1 million species are threatened with extinction. This model for large-scale, cost effective ecosystem restoration brings together AI optimization, open science feedback loops, and market-driven solutions to make restoration the best economic choice, not just the ecological one. It can incentivize restoration with double digit returns for investors and improve lives of local populations. The upside is huge. For example, collectively restoring 30% of low productivity degraded land worldwide has the potential to avoid the most devastating biodiversity loss and capture significant amounts of carbon dioxide. The goals of research, policy, economics, conservation, and social justice can all be aligned with thoughtful, restorative land use practices. Bernardo B.N. Strassburg is the coordinator of the Centre for Conservation and Sustainability Science (CSRio), executive director of the International Institute for Sustainability (IIS) and assistant professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). Bernardo is an economist with a M.Sc. in environmental planning (focused on land-use change and ecosystem services in the Amazon), and Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, focused on issues related to reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD+). He has served as a consultant for the United Nations, the World Bank, Conservation International, WWF, and others.Bernardo is dedicated to the responsible use of land and its resources. As a leading academic researcher, policy advisory, and founder, Bernardo works at the intersections, pursuing interdisciplinary solutions to sustainability challenges. At re.green, he is leading projects to restore biodiversity while aligning financial incentives. 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 eye-opening TEDx talk, Manish Kelshikar, Founder & CEO of Woloo, confronts a critical yet often ignored issue—access to hygienic public toilets in India. He draws a powerful connection between sanitation, women's independence, and the success of industries like tourism and retail. With urgency and clarity, he urges us to break the silence around toilets—because our nation's dignity, health, and economic future may just depend on it. Founder & CEO of Shark Tank-featured startup Woloo, he leads a women-focused loo discovery and hygiene platform. A Design graduate from NIFT and MBA from FIT, NY, he brings 20+ years of global fashion retail experience, including roles at Walmart (USA) and Shoppers Stop, where he built the private label business. He founded DSGN Inc, India’s only design BPO for global fashion brands, and has led branding for TRENT’s House of Pataudi. An award-winning innovator, he has been recognized by NASSCOM, Walt Disney, and the World Trade Centre for his design excellence and sustainability efforts. 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

Maria captivated the audience with a masterful fusion of physics and introspection, framing light’s paradoxes—wave-particle duality, speed limits, and intangible mass—as mirrors to human emotion. She revealed how anxiety’s irrationality mirrors light’s enigmatic nature, reframed procrastination as perfectionism’s shadow, and championed guilt-free self-care using Oxford research on happiness and productivity. Linking light’s role in sustaining life to mental well-being, she argued that resilience, like light, thrives when balanced with rest. Her talk culminated in a powerful call to embrace complexity, proving that even cosmic mysteries hold lessons for navigating our brightest and darkest moments. Maria Wolters is a G8 student at FDIS. 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