During extreme heat events, life or death often comes down to a simple knock on a neighbor's door. As temperatures soar globally, our individual actions won't protect us from the deadliest climate threat. Heat waves kill more people than hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes combined in the U.S. - yet we're trying to survive them alone. Through compelling stories and data, discover how building community networks and collective action can transform our heat resilience. From neighborhood check-ins to city-wide initiatives, learn how every person plays a vital role in protecting our most vulnerable when extreme heat strikes. Nathaniel Matthews-Trigg is the Associate Director of Climate and Disaster Resilience at Americares, founding board member of Healthy Climate New Mexico, and Affiliate Instructor at the University of Washington Center for Health and the Global 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

El conflicto es inherente a la naturaleza humana, evitarlo sólo lo hace crecer y hay otras maneras de abordarlo desde la conexión. Abogada experta en resolución alternativa de conflictos y Máster en Seguridad Internacional de la Universidad de Ginebra, Suiza.Cuenta con más de 12 años de experiencia en posiciones de liderazgo a nivel institucional y político nacional e internacionalmente.Es la tercera mujer y la más joven en la historia en haber ocupado la Presidencia de la Asamblea Legislativa de Costa Rica. Ella posee tiene altas habilidades de negociación en espacios complejos. 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

Exercising, sleeping, non-smoking, eating well, and… Indoor air has been overlooked in conversations about healthy living for too long. The average urban human spends 90% of their life indoors. That makes our building key drivers of our health. The way we design and operate our buildings can make us sick, or keep us well. We have been living in the sick building era by design and choice. But now, it is possible to usher in a new era where healthy buildings are the new norm for everyone, everywhere. By placing health as the north star in how we approach our buildings, we can transition to the healthy building era. New low cost measurement tools, research findings and a swell of public awareness are giving the movement momentum. This massive opportunity presents one of the greatest public health interventions of this century. Dr. Joseph G. Allen is an assistant professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He began his career conducting forensic health investigations of "sick buildings" across a diverse range of industries including healthcare, biotechnology, education, commercial office real estate and manufacturing. At Harvard, Dr. Allen directs the Healthy Buildings program and is a faculty advisor to the Harvard Healthier Building Materials Academy. He works with Fortune 100 companies on implementing Healthy Building strategies in their global portfolios. His work has been featured widely in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, National Geographic, Time, NPR, Newsweek, The Washington Post, Fortune and The New York Times. He earned his Doctor of Science (DSc) and Master of Public Health (MPH) degrees from the Boston University School of Public Health, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology from Boston College. 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 deeply moving TED Talk, Dr. Yangchen Dolma shares an extraordinary journey—from the serene mountains of Leh to the dynamic medical campuses of GMC Jammu, Srinagar, and Kathua. Along the way, they reflect on the people and places that shaped their path: a supportive family, dedicated mentors, and life-changing experiences in the field.More than a personal story, this talk is a universal message of strength, hope, and transformation. Through challenges and change, one truth stands out: “Whatever the situation in life—learn to overcome it. The sky is the limit.”With vulnerability and insight, the speaker invites us to embrace every obstacle as an opportunity, to seek guidance when needed, and to never lose sight of our dreams. Whether you’re navigating your own struggles or looking for inspiration to move forward, this talk will remind you that you are capable of more than you think.Let this be your reminder: no dream is too distant, no goal too high—because the sky is truly the limit. Dr. Yangchen Dolma, MBBS, MD, PGDHM, is a clinician, administrator, teacher, and biomedical researcher with 23 years of experience. She serves as Associate Professor and Head of Community Medicine at GMC Kathua. With 37 publications and projects with WHO and ICMR, she is a recognized expert in her field. She has received multiple awards, including Best Thesis at GMC Srinagar, Best Paper Awards at IGMC Shimla and EFICON 2020 (AIIMS Rishikesh), and recognition as a Corona Warrior. She also serves as a Nodal Officer for TB-free India under national certification. 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 TEDx talk, Lucía dives deep into the importance of rest and how it’s crucial for our overall well-being. As students, we’re often overwhelmed by endless assignments, tight deadlines, and the constant pressure to do more. In the hustle to keep up with everything, we tend to forget about the one thing that can help us do it all better: rest. But rest isn’t just about sleep, it’s about giving your mind, body, and spirit the time and space to recharge. Whether it’s mental rest to clear your thoughts, emotional rest to let go of stress, or even spiritual rest to reconnect with your deeper sense of purpose, each type of rest plays a vital role in keeping us balanced and focused. Because at the end of the day, rest is a skill that we need to learn to develop and practice.#Rest #SelfCare #MentalHealth #Balance #Recharge #Mindfulness #Happiness #WellBeing #BurnoutPrevention Meet Lucía Infantes Garay! Lucía is close to a professional when it comes to public speaking, in fact, she has been enrolled in many events such as MUN and debate since she was in Year 3. Lucía is resilient and brave, she used to be a professional swimmer but set her priorities on her studies without giving much importance to what others would say, instead she has become a person with great initiative and has perused musical theatre as well as creating different events such as this TEDx event. Her love for reading may shine through her speech as she delivers “Adapting to a fast-paced world: dealing with information overload and the importance of rest and reflection” 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 moving and reflective TEDx talk, Indian-Nepali writer and poet Ankita Shah opens up about the quiet, often overlooked moments of girlhood—grief, tenderness, and growth. Through her poetic storytelling, she explores the idea of oversharing—something that’s often criticized, but for many women, feels like a lifeline. Women have been conditioned to believe that being “too much” — too emotional, too loud, too vulnerable — is something to tone down. But what if that “too much” is exactly what makes us human? Ankita shares how women are fluent in TMI not just because they’ve been told to stay small, but also because they trust that other women, with shared emotional intelligence, might just understand them best. With raw honesty and lyrical insight, Ankita reclaims the act of oversharing as a form of connection and resistance — a way to heal, to be seen, and to remind others they’re not alone. Her work has been featured in Anomaly, Soup Magazine, and Firstpost. As the co-founder of The Poetry Club (Mumbai, 2013–2019) and a curator at G5A Foundation, she’s built spaces where stories matter and vulnerability thrives. Ankita Shah is an Indian-Nepali writer whose poetry and essays delve into the intricate tapestry of human existence. Through her evocative words, she explores themes of girlhood, grief, and the fleeting moments caught in the web of time. Her work has been featured in esteemed publications such as *Anomaly*, *Soup Magazine*, and Firstpost*, resonating with readers for its depth and emotional clarity. A passionate advocate for the literary arts, Ankita co-founded The Poetry Club in Mumbai, a vibrant space that became a sanctuary for emerging poets between 2013 and 2019. Under her guidance, the club nurtured creativity, craft, and community, leaving a lasting impact on Mumbai's literary landscape. Previously, Ankita served as a curator at the G5A Foundation for Contemporary Culture, where she championed interdisciplinary arts and narratives, bridging diverse artistic expressions. 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