She is an eternal explorer, always seeking answers and new paths. Creative and passionate, she is constantly in motion, never knowing boredom—her only obstacle is having too little time to bring all her ideas to life. Inspired by her children and a vision of a thriving planet for future generations, she shares her knowledge with patience, warmth, and infectious energy, believing that education is the key to positive change. She finds relaxation in sports, nature, and connecting with like-minded people. Her guiding principle: "The future does not belong to those who wait, but to those who create." With this spirit, she contributes every day to the changes she wishes to see in the world. She is an eternal explorer, always seeking answers and new paths. Creative and passionate, she is constantly in motion, never knowing boredom—her only obstacle is having too little time to bring all her ideas to life. Inspired by her children and a vision of a thriving planet for future generations, she shares her knowledge with patience, warmth, and infectious energy, believing that education is the key to positive change. She finds relaxation in sports, nature, and connecting with like-minded people. Her guiding principle: "The future does not belong to those who wait, but to those who create." With this spirit, she contributes every day to the changes she wishes to see 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

What if bias isn’t something we’re born with—but something we hand to our children in the form of bedtime stories and picture books? In this deeply personal TEDx talk, Akshata Nayak pulls back the curtain on how children’s media quietly teaches kids who belongs—and who doesn’t. With honesty and hope, she shows how one $25 book for her daughter sparked a movement to change the stories we tell—before they shape the minds of an entire generation.  It was simple, really. Akshata Nayak wanted to design a book so her daughter could learn her native language, Konkani. This single idea blossomed into Little Patakha, a minority woman-owned children's brand with a comprehensive portfolio focused on promoting inclusion by highlighting our shared experiences that exist no matter who we are, where we come from or what we look like. Akshata was born and brought up in Bangalore, India. She moved to the US in 2003 and earned two Master of Science degrees, in Biochemistry and Applied Clinical Nutrition. She is a serial entrepreneur with Little Patakha being her third successful business. Over the years, it became obvious to her that women and BIPOC business owners have plenty of ideas but are not always able to launch and grow them. She now plays an active role in empowering these entrepreneurs, especially in her home state of Vermont, to believe and invest in themselves and their ideas. 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 happens when the beliefs you’ve built your identity on no longer fit? From defiantly swapping churches at the age of 8, to navigating cultural expectations abroad, Brooke’s journey explores what it means to swim against the current—of faith, culture, and self-doubt—to discover who you are. It is a talk that reveals how the deepest waters often teach us to float. Brooke Mumbi is a junior at Middlebury College, pursuing a double major in Political Science and Economics. She is from Kikuyu, Kenya—a region known for its pleasant weather and refreshing breeze. Her academic interests lie at the intersection of finance and geopolitics, where she explores how global events shape financial decision-making. Fluent in Swahili, Gikūyū, and English, Brooke is also currently learning Spanish, a language she has grown to love. On campus, she works at the Q-center, the college bookstore, and also serves as part of the Reslife team. When not immersed in her studies or work, Brooke can often be found curled up with a good book or movie, wrapped in a cozy blanket. She also loves traveling, learning about diverse cultures, and fully immersing herself in new experiences. 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

Pourquoi croyons-nous ce que nous croyons ?Nos croyances nous définissent mais c’est notre capacité à les remettre en question qui nous rend réellement libres. Plutôt que de rejeter les idées des autres, apprenons à interroger les nôtres, à échanger avec celles et ceux qui pensent différemment et à explorer de nouvelles perspectives pour mieux comprendre le monde.#complotisme #désinformation #espritcritique #croyancescollectivesCrédit photo : Fotocall Sound design : Grégoire Vaillant Motion design : Adrien Jamin Enseignant-chercheur en psychologie sociale à l'Université Rennes 2, Sylvain Delouvée s'intéresse à l'étude de l'interaction entre les facteurs sociaux et psychologiques qui influencent la pensée sociale, les croyances et les comportements lorsque des individus ou des groupes rencontrent des situations qui peuvent être perçues comme incertaines, risquées ou extrêmes. 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 the midst of a polarizing and tumultuous climate, we can build resilience by understanding our own impact and by creating our own leadership path. Everyone has a sphere of influence and everyone can learn to inspire others toward positive action. Rep. Becca Balint is a mom, teacher, and progressive leader who comes to Washington ready to fight for working families. Becca is the first woman and openly LGBTQI+ person to represent Vermont in Congress. She is a member of the House Judiciary Committee and the Budget Committee, serves as a Co-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus and is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. A deep sense of justice, empathy, and service has guided Becca’s career from the beginning - first as an educator who taught middle school, then as an activist and State Senator, Majority Leader, and ultimately as the President Pro Tempore in 2021. As a leader in the State Senate, Becca led the passage of the first gun safety laws in the state’s history and worked to enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution. She is married to her wife Elizabeth for 20 years, and together they have two teenagers. Becca lives with her family in Brattleboro, Vermont. 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

De la televizoarele alb-negru la ChatGPT, Lia Perjovschi a fost martora trecerii de la lipsă la supraîncărcarea informațională. Prezentarea ei explorează cum să supraviețuim – și să înțelegem – haosul schimbărilor rapide. Lia Perjovschi este o adevărată exploratoare a lumii artei contemporane, cunoscută pentru proiectele sale inovative care îmbină arta cu cercetarea interdisciplinară. De la performance-uri și instalații, la diagrame și hărți mentale, ea ne provoacă să gândim diferit și să descoperim noi perspective asupra cunoașterii. Cu o carieră impresionantă, expunând în locații de renume mondial, Lia continuă să fie o sursă de inspirație pentru toți cei care cred în puterea ideilor. 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