From the rolling hills to the bustling streets TEDxBauchi unites diverse minds-to crown ideas says the spoken word artist Ummusalma. Where she brought the TEDxBauchi stage alive with her poem ‘the Dream Stage’ she painted the image of the TEDxBauchi event, how creativity and innovation converge by capturing not just the unity of diverse minds but also the power of ideas to shape the world. Ummusalma Hassan Angale is a physiologist, poet, and spoken word artist with a deep passion for advocacy, entrepreneurship, and creative expression. Her dedication to humanity and social impact has led her to actively participate in various foundations focused on creativity and supporting the less privileged.She has held leadership roles across multiple organizations, serving as a president, founder, and co-founder of initiatives such as Mass Education and Adult Literacy, PenPage Lighters, and Better World Foundation. Through these platforms, she has championed education, empowerment, and community development.A versatile and dynamic individual, Ummusalma is committed to reshaping and improving society through innovation and advocacy. She finds inspiration in adventure, arts, and nature, which fuel both her creativity and her vision for a better 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