While many express concerns about the immense power of AI, Thien Phu emphasizes that it is ultimately a tool that requires human intervention to operate. It is for us to decide how we choose to use it, for better or for worse. Discover how AI can positively impact Generation Alpha when used responsibly. Let's explore the incredible possibilities together and pledge to harness AI for good! Don’t miss this interesting talk that champions the responsible use of technology and its potential to shape our future! Join us for an inspiring TEDx Youth event at Renaissance International School Saigon, featuring Thien Phu, who believes that Artificial Intelligence is one of humanity's most remarkable innovations! 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 engaging presentation, Zoe shares how social media can help youth build connections, find support, and express their creativity. Discover how these platforms enable young people to navigate their identities, seek mental health support, and engage in civic activism. This talk invites you to embrace the duality of social media—acknowledging its challenges while celebrating its potential to enrich lives and inspire positive change. Don't miss this opportunity to rethink the role of social media in shaping a brighter future for our youth! Join Zoe for an inspiring talk that looks at the positive side of social media and its impact on young people at TEDx Youth Renaissance International School Saigon. 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

Explore how a nation’s incredible ability to adapt can both empower and paralyze its path forward. From inherited coping mechanisms to systemic challenges, Lana invites us to reflect on what resilience means — and what it’s costing us. Discussing resilience in Lebanese people 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

Kristy explores what we’re giving up by being constantly connected—focus, mental health, and meaningful relationships.Through science, personal stories, and a clear call to action, Kristy challenges us to pause, unplug, and rediscover what it means to truly connect with ourselves and others. IB1 student whose curiosity about the mind and body fuels her passion for both Biology and Psychology. But it’s not just textbooks and theories that drive Kristy—she’s on a mission to tackle one of the biggest challenges of our time: how constant digital connectivity impacts our well-being. In her TEDx talk, “The Value of Unplugging in a Hyperconnected World,” Kristy explores the hidden costs of being always ‘on,’ from distraction and anxiety to fractured relationships. Drawing from both personal experience and scientific research, Kristy challenges us to rethink our relationship with technology and discover the profound benefits of stepping away from the screen. Through her compelling message, Kristy invites us all to find balance in a world that’s always online, and reclaim moments of true connection and peace. 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

Jenny is deeply concerned about how artificial intelligence could overshadow genuine human artistry, especially for Generation Alpha, who will grow up surrounded by these technologies. Jenny believes that while AI can be a powerful tool, it risks diluting the unique perspectives and emotional depth that only human creators can offer. She hopes to inspire her peers to think critically about how we can preserve the essence of creativity in a world increasingly dominated by machines, emphasizing the importance of nurturing originality and personal expression in the next generation. Jenny is an enthusiastic student who is excited to share her thoughts at TEDx Youth Renaissance International School Saigon. 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 describes how letting go of distractions and societal pressure can help us reconnect with our purpose, rediscover motivation, and build a more fulfilling life. I’m Crystel Chahine, an IB1 student, and just a normal person who faces the daily ups and downs. I decided to take those downs and turn them into something positive. This talk is all about shifting from FOMO to JOMO and finding peace when we’re left out. 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