In his talk, he will discuss the significant war that teachers face in teaching learners to read. In order to pass on the fascination of reading at the earliest time, the picture book should be the shield and spear of the teachers in this warfare. Using a picture book, it can help preschool and kindergarten learners to be fascinated by the beauty and joy of reading rather than forcing them to read. The picture book will be the window of hope to the readers to get rid of their young minds that reading is a punishment but a wonderful way to travel the worlds contained in the children's story. Sgt. Neil Omar Gamos is a Master Teacher and a reservist in the Philippine Air Force. He received the Illustrators’ Prize in 2019 and the Reader’s Choice Award in 2024 for Batang 90s. In the same year, he was also awarded the Gawad Teodora Alonso for Storybook for Young Readers and recognized as Best Storyteller. 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

His talk will explore how playwrights/storytellers create characters that feel real and unforgettable—ones the audience can’t help but love. Delving into the power of empathy, this will show how stepping into someone else’s story can change how we see the world. In a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping human connection, this will remind us why understanding each other is more essential than ever. Eljay Castro Deldoc is a graduate of the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing program at the De La Salle University-Manila and a 3-time first prize winner of the Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards.He is the recipient of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts’ Writers Prize for Dula sa Wikang Filipino in 2021 and his first book of plays is a finalist of the 2022 National Book Awards and the 2024 Best First Book Award. Some of his plays were staged in California, Canada, Chicago, Germany, and Saudi Arabia. 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 his talk, he will explore how TikTok and A.I. generation perceives ghost stories, along with their elements, albularyo, and other narratives featuring lamang lupa at nilalang ng dilim.What do fear, horror, and dread signify in society, and what purposes do they serve? What does this generation find terrifying? Why is experiencing fear necessary? What drives our fear, and who or what are we afraid of? Who or what instills fear, and which individuals are now unafraid? Julius Cruz Gregorio earned a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from Bulacan State University in 2016. That same year, he was a fellow at the first Multigenre National Writer’s Workshop in Mulanay, Quezon. He subsequently served as the vice president of Lunduyan ng mga Bulakenyong Artista at Manunulat (LAMBAT), an organization of Bulacan artists and writers that promotes art, particularly literature in the province.Julius is also known for his work in performance poetry, having presented at the Performatura Festival at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Additionally, he works as an English to Tagalog subtitle translator for platforms like Netflix and Disney+, and writes Tagalog aswang stories online. Despite his numerous interests and pursuits, he continually goes back to his first passion: writing and performing poetry. 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 an online world filled with deepfakes and AI-generated content, trust is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain. How can we distinguish what’s real from what’s artificially created? Nick explores the growing crisis of authenticity in the digital age, questioning how we can navigate a world where human identity and artificial intelligence are becoming indistinguishable. With his passion for technology, coding, and AI, Nick challenges us to confront the increasingly deceptive digital landscape and offers insights on how we can safeguard authenticity in a world dominated by AI. Nick is passionate about Artificial Intelligence and has developed websites and applications that use AI to enhance education. He enjoys mathematics and science-based subjects, and outside of class, he enjoys coding, playing badminton, and gaming with friends. He also likes exploring new technologies and working on personal coding projects in his free time. 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 her TEDx talk, special needs teacher Ashley Parker shares how teaching inclusion starts with modeling empathy and respect from a young age. She explains how simple, everyday interactions can help children understand and embrace differences. Drawing from her classroom experiences, Ashley shows how inclusive education benefits all students, not just those with special needs. Her message is clear: when we teach kids to value every voice, we build a kinder, more understanding world. Ashley Parker is an Intervention aide at the school. In this role, she provides support to students who need extra assistance with educational and life skills. She has been in this career field for 10 years, with 6 of those years spent in the Olentangy school district. Ashley is fortunate to have not only graduated from Liberty High School but also to have returned as a teacher. Throughout the years, she has gained valuable insights both as a student and as a teacher, and she is excited to share what she has learned. 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

Have you ever wondered what we could do to live life to the fullest if we reach 100? We can help ensure our bodies, our greatest gift, live in harmony and good condition to enjoy life. Rodolfo Arizpe, with a multidisciplinary background and passion for human development, has devoted his life to studying and teaching disciplines that foster personal and collective well-being. He holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration from ITESM and a Master's in Communication from IBERO, with further specialization in personal growth through diplomas from IBERO and AVEMED. His training includes the Enneagram, Family Constellations, Biological Laws, Innovative Leadership, Transgenerational Studies, Tapping, and the Yuen Method. Since 1960, he has embraced practices such as hiking, rock music, yoga (since 1973), Tai Chi (since 1985), theater acting (since 1980), literature (since 2010), and dance (since 2015), enriching his holistic lifestyle. With a systemic and multidimensional approach, Rodolfo integrates knowledge into daily life, embodying continuous learning and self-awareness through art, movement, and introspection. 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