Rokaiya Ahmed Purna, one of the famous fashion designers in South Asia, shares his journey to rebrand Bangladesh in the textile sector. The country is known in the RMG sector worldwide, but Rokaiya introduced a new tagline that is "Design In Bangladesh" instead of "Made In Bangladesh". She shared her story of working with international brands, merging clothing with sustainability, and becoming one of the influential fashion designers in South Asia. Purna introduces her pioneering project, Ekn Kamthala, the world's first sustainable shoe branded "Designed in Bangladesh." This project underscores the vast potential for Bangladeshi designers to create a significant impact on the global stage. She also emphasizes the importance of sustainability in fashion, an issue that has garnered widespread attention worldwide. At TEDxRUET, we are thrilled to welcome Rokaiya Ahmed Purna, a visionary redefining creativity. She shifted the narrative from Made in Bangladesh to Designed in Bangladesh, showcasing innovation on a global scale. Featured in Vogue, Canvas, New Kid, CNN, Forbes, Textile Today, and more, she gained recognition for her signature project, Ekn Kamthala—the world’s first sustainable shoe labeled Designed in Bangladesh, Made in Europe, in collaboration with German brand Ekn. Honored with awards like Rare Rising Star and Aspiring Women Leader Award, she also serves as a UNESCO expert in fair culture and contributes to the Young Experts’ Journal on Fair Culture. Her journey of transforming dreams into reality is an inspiration. Join us on 7 February 2025 to witness her groundbreaking ideas and see how Bangladeshi design is making a global impact! 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

Nikhil Pandey’s talk focuses on the transformative power of yoga, mindfulness, and meditation, especially for students facing academic and social pressures. He draws from his personal experience and scientific research to describe how these practices can build resilience, focus, and emotional well-being. Nikhil is a passionate teen yoga and mindfulness coach and a budding neuroscience researcher. In these confusing and fast-paced times plagued by social media, Nikhil empowers the youth in his community by building mental resilience through meditation, mindful breathing and yoga. He believes that being engaged with the present through these practices brings transformative tides of changes, leading to a coherent, connected and compassionate world. 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 do we break free from the fear of the unknown? In her talk, Thanvi Voruganti explores the positive implications of strengthening neuroplasticity and embracing the transformative power of lifelong learning. Thanvi Voruganti, a freshman at Arizona College Preparatory High School, is a passionate writer dedicated to amplifying marginalized voices. As an international best-selling author on Amazon, she uses her platform to uncover untold stories and bring critical awareness to invisible struggles. 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

Discover the secret to compounding unstoppable growth with the Life Optimization Loop—a powerful 10-step framework designed to transform your life without sabotaging other areas. If you're tired of inconsistent progress and ready to build sustainable habits that stack, this system is your game-changer. Max Baldauf is a Change Optimization Coach, speaker, and creator of The Life Optimization Loop—a framework designed to help individuals and businesses create lasting, meaningful change in any area of life. Through his own journey of overcoming five addictions, healing fractured family relationships, deepening his faith, and maintaining a debt-free lifestyle, Max uncovered the universal principles behind sustainable transformation.Now, he teaches leaders and individuals how to move beyond surface-level success and optimize at the intersection of purpose, effectiveness, and efficiency. His work empowers people to not only scale businesses but scale themselves.Connect with Max: https://campsite.to/askmaxbaldauf 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

Toxic relationships can start at any age. From Fata Avegalio's early beginnings as an infant, to his current state, Fata's relationship with food is one that requires constant maintenance. Although he is a young student athlete with many achievements, he can relate to so many people who struggle with food addiction and allergies. In this speech, Fata Avegalio shows that changes throughout life are expected and inevitable. From his experiences with food allergies, to meeting a strict weight deadline to play rugby, he demonstrates that with a strong will and discipline, transformation is possible. Fata Avegalio is an inquisitive and exuberant young man. His pursuits of interest are supported by his homeschooling lifestyle. Some of his favorite topics to study include engineering, aviation, finance, and entrepreneurship. He is now registered for flight classes where he can learn to become a pilot in the cockpit.Fata also enjoys sports such as Brazilain Jiu-Jitsu where he’s won multiple titles such as 2024 IBJJF National Champion, 2024 IBJJF PANS World Champion, 2-time IBJJF European Champion and #1 IBJJF world ranking in the same year. His physical ability along with intensity also makes him a formidable opponent on the rugby field. In the 2024 State Championship game, he scored multiple tries, helping to win the game decisively.Being a student athlete keeps Fata busy but he also helps with the family business on the weekends. His main contributions there are in production and sales. Fata has goals of merging his love of science and engineering with entrepreneurship. 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

O advogado Rui Alves Pereira explora o verdadeiro sentido de ouvir para proteger. A partir de casos reais e de anos de prática, expõe os desafios que as crianças enfrentam em contextos de separação parental e quando são ouvidas em tribunal. Que papel tem o sistema de justiça? O que precisa de melhorar? Com base em boas e más práticas, defende a especialização dos profissionais, dotar os tribunais com mais espaços adequados e reforçar a presença dos psicólogos. Deve a Criança ser ouvida por um Juiz no Tribunal ou por uma Psicóloga no seu consultório? Rui Alves Pereira é reconhecido como uma autoridade no Direito da Família e das Crianças. Orientando-se pela defesa intransigente do superior interesse da criança, uma causa que também abraça como Presidente da Associação “A Voz da Criança”.Entre as suas publicações, merecem destaque o Guia Prático sobre Direito da Família e Sucessões: Regulamento da União Europeia em Matéria Sucessória e o parecer adotado pelo Conselho Geral da Ordem dos Advogados sobre a presença de advogados na audição de crianças (Processo n.º 29/PP/2018-g).Rui Alves Pereira é Associado do Centro de Direito da Família da Faculdade de Direito de Coimbra, Sócio Internacional do Núcleo IBDFAM (Instituto Brasileiro do Direito DA Família) – Portugal e uma presença regular em eventos de formação, seminários e conferências de relevo. Tem presença regular na comunicação social, incluindo programas televisivos e a sua dedicação e experiência consolidam o seu papel como uma figura incontornável na advocacia portuguesa. 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