Originally from a small village in Eritrea, Merhawi Andy and his family made a daring and dangerous escape when he was a small child, becoming refugees in the United States. Merhawi shares his family’s story of resilience, strength, and shares how the immigrant experience has shaped his life and his future. Originally from a small village in Eritrea, Merhawi’s passion for leadership and entrepreneurship is deeply influenced by his father, Tukue, and his older brother, Tesfai. After completing his studies at WIT, he plans to transfer to the University of Nebraska Omaha to pursue his goal of becoming a Certified Public Accountant. With a strong drive for success, he aspires to use his accounting expertise to one day start and grow his own business. 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

It is an informative talk on new trends in information technology He is a technology entrepreneur who has been operating in various fields, especially in educational technologies, since 2016. Between 2016 and 2019, he provided gamified coding training to more than 450 thousand young people with the Scode initiative, of which he is a founding partner. While participating in numerous initiatives and acceleration programs abroad, he has also won awards such as “Turkey’s Best Startup”. The Üretken Academy, of which he is a founding partner, has been providing technology entrepreneurship and career-oriented support to more than 50 thousand young people in the technology sector since March 2020. With the Nextern brand, which was launched in 2025, a digital platform was announced that will enable young people from every corner of Turkey to have an online internship experience in the world’s best companies. He continues to support young people in the field of technology throughout Turkey at full speed. 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 talk, the passionate practitioner of math and science, Ken Liu, examined the fascinating intersection of mathematical modeling and the pursuit of extraterrestrial civilizations. He shared his research experience and insightful discoveries that shed light on this compelling area of study. Ken Liu is an exceptional Y11 student with a strong enthusiasm for mathematics and science. In this talk, he guides us through a journey into the cosmos, unveiling the possibilities of life beyond our planet. 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

What if school didn’t have walls? What if curiosity led the curriculum? In this heartwarming and eye-opening talk, 6-year-old Agniv Vinoth-one of India’s youngest video creators and open-schoolers shares his extraordinary learning journey. From handling real kitchen tools at age two to launching his own digital channel at four, Agniv invites us to rethink education through a child’s eyes. With a natural storyteller’s charm and wisdom beyond his years, he challenges conventional schooling, celebrates the power of questioning, and highlights how learning can happen anywhere be it in kitchens, gardens, museums, or conversations. More than a story of homeschooling, this is a call to parents, teachers, and society to foster environments where children feel safe, heard, and free to explore. Agniv’s journey reminds us that the future of education isn’t somewhere ahead-it’s already unfolding, beyond the walls. Agniv is a bright, curious, and creative child breaking traditional learning barriers. As an open-schooler, he explores beyond textbooks, following his passions at his own pace. Fluent in Tulu and Tamil at just 6, he’s also learning English and Kannada. His love for rockets, robots, and speed led him to start his own channel at 4, sharing his world with joy. Through his child-driven journey, he inspires others to embrace curiosity and unconventional learning. 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

"Seeing Things from a Wider Lens" explores how diverse cultural and linguistic experiences can expand understanding, challenge assumptions, and deepen human connection. Through stories from classrooms across continents, the talk highlights the value of empathy, open-mindedness, and embracing difference in a complex, interconnected world. Passionate educator with a love for languages, cultures, and the arts; holds a degree in Education from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa. Born on September 17th and a proud Virgo. Teaching experience spans three continents—seven years in South Africa, one year in Abu Dhabi, and currently based in Uzbekistan. Fluent in eight South African languages, including Zulu; conversational in Arabic and currently learning Russian and Uzbek. Interests include poetry, art, history, philosophy, and the complexities of life, all of which inform a dynamic approach to teaching and cultural exchange. Constantly seeking growth through new experiences and perspectives. 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