Every footballer starts with a dream - whether it's scoring the winning goal, representing their country or inspiring the next generation. But the path to success in football is as challenging as it is rewarding. In this talk, we explore what it takes to turn a passion for the game into a lifelong journey of achievement. This talk offers insight into the mindset, discipline and resilience needed to thrive both on and off the pitch. Through a personal story and practical advice, we discuss how to embrace setbacks, celebrate small victories and never lose sight of the dream that started it all. Dinesh Nair is a visionary reshaping India's sports landscape through his diverse career in playing, coaching, administration, and consulting. A former national-level footballer, he is renowned for his tactical brilliance and adaptability, having played two positions in a single national league game. As Advisor to the Mumbai Football Association and Hockey Mumbai City, and Founder Director of the Association of Indian Football Coaches, he drives grassroots development and coach welfare. Nair also leads the Sporting Lions Foundation, providing opportunities to underprivileged athletes. As a trustee of Andheri Sports Complex, he has elevated India's sports infrastructure, hosting teams during the FIFA U-17 World Cup. In entertainment, Nair serves as a Sports Choreographer for films like Maidaan and Maalik. His holistic approach to sports development blends tradition with innovation, inspiring athletes and creators alike. 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 powerful talk, Nisha the Punjabi Cockney female Police Detective shares her journey of breaking barriers and embracing her unique background to make a difference. She highlights the importance of representation, showing how diversity in every field can lead to meaningful change. She encourages you to see your identity and experiences as your superpower and teaches practical steps to claim your seat at the table and create space for others to do the same. Whether you're looking for motivation, guidance or a reminder that you belong, this talk will leave you ready to step up and lead.The song used is called Cheques by the artist and owner Rubbal GTR and we have written permission for it to be used in this video Meet Nisha Chandra-Square, the Punjabi Cockney female detective who's rewritten the rules and defied expectations at every turn. With over a decade of experience in law enforcement, she's a trailblazer dedicated to bridging the gap between policing and diverse communities. Her sharp attention to detail and unwavering professional standards have helped strengthen community ties and build public trust. But don’t let her badge fool you! She’s not your average South Asian woman. Sporting her long blonde locks and covered in tattoos, she’s a classically trained pianist with a passion for horror films. A fierce advocate for diversity and inclusion, she represents the underrepresented, ignites conversations about the importance of representation and has tackled community engagement head-on. Tough, talented and always true to herself, this detective is breaking stereotypes and proving that nothing is impossible when you’re determined to claim your seat at the table 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

Happiness thrives when courage leads the way - courage to take action, break barriers, and create opportunities for those who need them most. This talk focuses on the transformative power of providing underprivileged kids access to education and football, offering them hope and a chance to rewrite their future happiness. Ashok Rathod, founder of the OSCAR Foundation, empowers underprivileged children through football-based life skills programs. Growing up in Mumbai’s Ambedkar Nagar slum, he witnessed many children leave education for work, some falling into harmful activities. Motivated to make a change, Ashok founded OSCAR with a simple rule: attend school, and you can play football. Over the past decade, he has helped 25,000 children stay in school, teaching teamwork, leadership, and resilience through football. OSCAR has also trained 1,000 youth leaders and facilitated 140 international trips, opening doors for new opportunities. Ashok’s work has earned awards like the CNN-IBN Real Hero Award and fellowships with Ashoka Youth Venture and Acumen. Supported by global organizations such as FIFA Foundation and Manchester City FC, Ashok continues to inspire young people to break free from poverty and become community leaders. 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

How many of us cringe at the idea of replaying our voice notes because the act will force us into voice confrontation? Psychologically, this phenomenon is the cognitive dissonance between how we think we sound, and how we really sound, which affects our confidence to express ourselves, to foster genuine connections and to impact our societies. In this talk, I will show how the voice is not just an interaction of physiological body parts but a mesmerising dance between anatomy, experience, and identity, creating not just any sound but your signature sound. By the end of this talk, you will be moved to love your signature sound and use it intentionally to co-create destiny. Mahlodi Kgatle is a young leader devoted to harnessing the transformative power of communication to empower individuals, organizations, and communities. As the founder of Speakingdom, a company dedicated to unlocking human potential through strategic communication, Mahlodi believes this can solve some of our world’s most pressing challenges. She is a talented, award-winning orator, praised for her elite ability to leverage her expertise, education, and experience to guide others in using their voices to create community change. 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

W swojej mowie Sebastian udowadnia, że "atmosfera bazaru" ma duży wpływ na powstawanie rewolucyjnych technologii. Wykładowca akademicki i ekspert w dziedzinie innowacji i sztucznej inteligencji, specjalizujący się w generatywnych systemach AI i ich zastosowaniu w biznesie. Współtwórca pierwszego polskiego dużego modelu językowego „Bielik"" oraz społeczności SpeakLeash. Szef innowacji w Deviniti – jednej z najdynamiczniej rozwijających się polskich firm tworzących oprogramowanie. Autor książki „Python i AI dla e-commerce”. Członek grupy doradczej do spraw AI przy Kancelarii Prezesa Rady Ministrów. 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

Joanna porusza w swojej mowie temat neuroróżnorodności w kontekście przestrzeni. Mimo że wszyscy doświadczamy tych samych bodźców – takich jak hałas, światło, zgiełk czy brak natury – nasze reakcje na nie są różne. Czy na co dzień zastanawiamy się jaki wpływ te czynniki mają na nasze zdrowie i samopoczucie? Czy możemy żyć lepiej, dbając o przestrzeń wokół nas? Projektantka przestrzeni, badaczka i edukatorka, która oswaja pojęcia takie jak design synestetyczny i neuroarchitektura. Innowatorka, która poszukuje bezpieczeństwa w otoczeniu człowieka – nie tylko na ziemi, ale też w kosmosie. Komandorka analogowej misji kosmicznej na terenie bazy badawczej LunAres – specjalistycznej placówki do symulacji załogowych misji kosmicznych na Księżycu i Marsie. Współautorka raportu Otodom „Emocje na kwadracie”, autorka podcastu #BEZPIECZNIK i książki „Szałas na hałas”. 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