Monika discusses how technology can bridge the digital divide, especially for girls in underserved communities. Drawing on her experiences growing up in Phnom Penh with limited internet access, she advocates for educational equity and highlights the importance of connectivity. By urging the audience to use their devices and skills, she calls for collective action to empower everyone to reach their full potential. Monika is a Management Information Systems student at a University in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She began her technology journey in 2019 with an organization called Empowering Youth in Cambodia. Monika will discuss the impact of technology on her life and her passion for empowering women and communities in the technology sector. 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 inspiring talk, Tu Ky explores the journey of integrating into a new community and embracing cultural identity. Drawing from her experiences as a Cambodian resident with diverse roots, she shares how she started a bracelet-making project with friends to support local organizations. She encourages us to take small steps to foster connections. Tu Ky Shen is a first-year IB student in the eleventh grade who enjoys reading, strategy games like Sudoku and Mahjong, matcha lattes, and an occasional run at sunset. She speaks five languages, has an impressive collection of chicken plushies, and a fondness for pursuing philanthropic projects with her friends. Tu Ky hopes to inspire others to take the initiative to get involved in their community and build a place for one another, supporting each other to strengthen bonds that transcend culture and heritage. 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

Prashant Anilkumar discusses future creative possibility in his talk. Prashant Anilkumar has worked over 13 years in the technology industry, and loves to dabble in various creative pursuits. He brings together the worlds of business, art, and AI, to spark unconventional thinking and help unlock fresh perspectives. In this talk titled "Thinking like Picasso in the age of AI," he explores the realms of modern creative possibility, through the artistic lens of Pablo Picasso’s work. 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

Anishka Sanghvi discusses the future of education with the rise of artificial intelligence. Anishka Sanghvi is passionate about STEM, innovation, and creative problem-solving. She is especially interested in how AI and cybersecurity are shaping the future and transforming the way we live and learn. Anishka is driven by curiosity and a desire to explore how technology can create positive, lasting change in the 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

In this enlightening TED talk, Seangly reflects on her journey of becoming a global citizen and the importance of living in the present. Sharing personal anecdotes from childhood to adulthood, she emphasizes how early experiences inspired her civic engagement and leadership through education. The talk emphasizes the importance of empathy, collaboration, and creativity in fostering meaningful connections among individuals. She challenges societal pressures and the obsession with future goals, advocating for a balanced approach to life that prioritizes joy and meaningful interactions. Ultimately, Seangly encourages embracing the present to connect with others and make a positive impact in the world. Seangly is a student at the Royal University of Phnom Penh. She has been a passionate and inspiring team leader at "Empowering Youth in Cambodia", or EYC, for four years. Drawing from her experiences as a leader, teacher, and student, she will deliver a speech about the art of living in the moment. 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

Part of the theme titled "The Inclusion Revolution: Setting the stage" Anum Uzair, Pakistan's leading female mountaineer, shared her extraordinary journey of resilience, gender inclusivity, and unyielding determination in her TED talk, "How Resilience Made a Woman Climb Broad Peak Between Life and Death." Anum's story is a testament to breaking barriers, both in mountaineering and in life. She told everyone that as a forensic scientist, athlete, marathoner, and a mother of two, she has defied all odds. Not only did she recently conquer Broad Peak (8051m), one of the world's highest mountains, but she also became the first woman to lead a K2 expedition by FCNA in June 2024. Anum's talk highlights how resilience and gender inclusivity are central to her success in the world of extreme sports, motivating countless women in Pakistan to chase their dreams. Her story shows that with perseverance and a supportive community, no peak is too high to climb. Anum Uzair is a forensic scientist, athlete, a mountaineer and a mother of two. She is the leading female Mountaineer of Pakistan. She has climbed an 8163m Mount Manaslu in Nepal last year and recently climbed Broad Peak (8051m). She and her husband are the First ever Mountaineer couple from Pakistan. She ran New York Marathon in the first week of November. 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