Ni Wayan Handoko explores the power of art therapy in healing, as she looks back on her years of experience. Ni Wayan Handoko is a talented Balinese visual artist who merges spirituality with creativity in her artwork. As the Chairperson of Jakarta Artists for Christ Fellowship (Ja4C) and a member of the Asian Christian Art Association (ACAA), she uses art to inspire faith and community. With a deep belief in the power of art as a tool for ministry, she leads initiatives that connect creativity with religious outreach. Ni Wayan’s unique ability to intertwine artistic expression with spiritual purpose makes her an inspiring voice on how art can transform both individuals and communities. 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 the secret to a meaningful, joyful life was something we all once knew - and then forgot as we grew up? In this thought-provoking and deeply human TEDx talk, Saumil Majmudar, Co-founder & CEO of Sportz Village, India’s leading sports education organization, shares six timeless lessons he's learned from over six million children at play across two decades. From embracing imperfection and playing with what you have, to redefining leadership and learning from scars - these are lessons that can reshape how we live, learn, work, and lead. With warmth and insight, Saumil challenges us to reimagine play not as a childish pastime, but as a powerful force for well-being, connection, and purpose - especially in an age of stress, burnout, and disconnection. As a trailblazer in the movement to get 100 million children to play and become champions in life, Saumil has spent over 20 years working with schools, parents, brands, CSR donors, and governments to integrate play and sport into education and development. An IIT-Bombay and IIM-Bangalore alumnus, national committee member (NSEB, CII, and more), black belt in karate, and co-author of Get Kids To Play, he combines entrepreneurial grit with an educator’s heart and has consistently advocated for a more inclusive, joyful approach to sports and physical education. This talk is not just for educators or parents - it's for anyone who’s forgotten how to laugh 300 times a day, and wants to rediscover the joy, creativity, and courage that play brings into life. Watch till the end and ask yourself: When will you start to play again?#SaumilMajmudar #TEDx #GetKidsToPlay #SportzVillage #PlayIsPowerful #ChildhoodWisdom #LifeLessons #SportsEducation #Leadership #PurposeThroughPlay Saumil Majmudar is a visionary entrepreneur revolutionizing sports education and grassroot sports development, ensuring that more kids play and kids play more. 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

Il lavoro di una biologa marina è molto più di una scienza: è interpretazione, è ascolto. Sara Biancardi ci guida in un viaggio tra ciò che il mare ci lascia… e ciò che lasciamo noi a lui. Il mare ci regala nuove specie, piante aliene, una biodiversità sorprendente. Ma riceve da noi plastica, rifiuti, reti fantasma.Abbiamo ancora la possibilità di scegliere di cambiare. Ma il tempo per farlo è ora. Sara Biancardi, biologa marina specializzata in biologia della pesca e divulgatrice scientifica si occupa di ricerca sulle specie ittiche e sulle pratiche di pesca sostenibile condividendo il proprio lavoro sui social. L’obiettivo? Sensibilizzare sull’importanza di un consumo responsabile dei prodotti ittici e della protezione degli ecosistemi marini 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

Con lo speaker Nicola Biasi si valorizza il punto: fare vino è un processo che inquina, spreca, consuma. E rimanere ancorati alla tradizione senza evolversi può diventare un limite. Ma c’è un’altra strada: lavorare con varietà resistenti, che permettono di ridurre i trattamenti, intervenire meno e ottenere uve sane, nel rispetto della natura. Come ci ricorda Nicola, le grandi tradizioni nascono dalle rivoluzioni. Nicola Biasi, friulano, con esperienze in Australia e Sud Africa, lavora per circa dieci anni in grandi realtà toscane prima di fondare nel 2020 la sua società di consulenza enologica Nicola Biasi Consulting.Premiato come Miglior Giovane Enologo d’Italia, Cult Oenologist e, nel 2022, come Enologo dell’anno, è creatore della rete “Resistenti Nicola Biasi” che riunisce 8 cantine impegnate per una produzione sostenibile. È anche ideatore di Vin de la Neu, bianco premiato da Gambero Rosso. 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

Non è una tecnologia lontana dall’uomo: è profondamente umana, perché si nutre dei nostri dati, delle nostre esperienze, delle nostre scelte.Durante il suo intervento, Michele Dusi ci guida in un viaggio alla scoperta del machine learning: un meccanismo che analizza, apprende e si evolve… ma che siamo noi a plasmare.Imparare a conoscere l’IA significa imparare a gestire un patrimonio di conoscenza. Perché tutto parte da una domanda: cosa vogliamo lasciarle? Michele Dusi è un dottorando in Intelligenza Artificiale e divulgatore scientifico. La sua ricerca studia il modo in cui le intelligenze artificiali possono agire in modo discriminatorio verso alcuni gruppi di persone, con l’obiettivo di ridurre questi effetti collaterali. Crede nel potenziale delle nuove tecnologie, ma solo se usate in modo consapevole. È anche co-autore e co-conduttore di BIAS, un podcast sui pregiudizi delle macchine. Ama la pizza, il teatro, e i giochi da tavolo. 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

Le parole possono ferire più degli abusi. Massimiliano Frassi porta sul palco una verità cruda e necessaria: le frasi dette ai bambini dagli aguzzini fanno male, spesso più degli abusi stessi. Le ha raccolte. Le ha ascoltate. Le ha rese visibili. Il suo intervento è un grido silenzioso per rendere visibili i bambini invisibili. L’eredità che ci lascia? Uno zaino pesante, simbolo di storie difficili, di dolore da riconoscere. Ma anche la certezza che nessun dolore è per sempre, se lo si affronta insieme. Massimiliano Frassi da 25 anni si occupa di lotta alla pedofilia con l’associazione Prometeo, la più operativa in Italia, da lui fondata. Le sue attività si dividono tra il seguire ogni giorno bambini e adulti che da piccoli hanno subito abusi, ed una parte informativa, che lo porta ad operare sui social, tenere corsi di formazione e conferenze, oltre che scrivere libri, quali I bambini delle fogne di Bucarest ed il nuovo uscito Pettirosso - un nuovo volo. 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

Ci sono suoni che non ascoltiamo con le orecchie, ma con la memoria. Un rumore, una voce, un’eco lontana… e subito riaffiorano emozioni, ricordi, sensazioni. Lorenzo Sattin, sound designer e collaboratore del progetto Happiness, lavora sul suono legato al video con un obiettivo preciso: riportare lo spettatore esattamente lì, in quella scena, nel momento in cui è stata vissuta. Il suo compito non è solo tecnico, è narrativo. Lorenzo Sattin, 29 anni, nasce a Mantova, dove sviluppa la passione per la musica e il DJing. Nel 2017 si trasferisce a Milano per esplorare il suono a 360 gradi, con curiosità e senza porsi limiti. Oggi si occupa di post-produzione audio per il cinema, i documentari, la pubblicità e l’animazione. Collabora da anni con Progetto Happiness e numerose realtà dell’audiovisivo, contribuendo a produzioni distribuite sul web, sulle principali piattaforme di streaming e sul grande schermo. La sua missione? Dare un’identità sonora a tutto ciò che ci circonda. 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 does success really mean to you? In this inspiring and thought-provoking talk, Giovana Vega challenges conventional definitions of success and explores how creativity, personal growth, and lifelong learning are key to a more fulfilling life. Learn how to break free from rigid societal expectations and embrace your own unique path — one guided by passion, purpose, and balance. Giovana Vega is a leader in financial empowerment and women's leadership. Forbes has honored her twice, and her work is highlighted in different international media as an author. Giovana, the founder of Trading for Women and She Prospers Circle, is committed to improving financial literacy and equipping women with the information and confidence needed for their financial futures. Her platforms support women by giving education, developing community, and promoting networking, creating prospects for financial growth and commercial success. Giovana's purpose is to help women understand personal finance and investing strategies so that they can become independent and make informed financial choices. She has also written books on investing and personal finance, giving women the knowledge and skills they need to prosper in the current economy. With her approach, she advocates for a more inclusive and prosperous future for women entrepreneurs and professionals. 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

When Olivia Gega was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer at just 23, her world collapsed into a blur of fear and disbelief. But in the silence of that devastating moment, she began to rewire her thinking — and her life. In this raw and powerful talk, Olivia shares how she turned inward, faced her darkest fears, and emerged with a new mindset. Through her personal framework — Recognise, Reframe, Switch — she invites us all to see life not as a fixed path, but as something we can consciously reshape. Her story is not just about surviving cancer — it’s about reclaiming power, presence, and the will to truly live.At just 25 years old, Olivia has lived across multiple countries, including Albania, Italy, Israel, US, and the Netherlands, constantly seeking growth and new perspectives. She began this journey at 15, moving abroad to pursue her education. After earning her bachelor’s in Business specialising in Finance and a master’s in International Business and Trade Economics in the Netherlands, she now works as an operational manager in hospitality. As a public advocate for cancer patients, Olivia has developed a cancer connect platform in Albania, sharing her journey to inspire hope and resilience. An avid paraglider since the age of 14, she balances her adventurous spirit with her dedication to animal welfare through her non-profit, which helps stray animals in need. In her TEDx talk, she will explore how we can reprogram our minds to cultivate positive scenarios and outcomes, empowering others to create brighter futures. 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

Irene Koel worked for 25 years in marketing, advertising, innovation, and product development. Ten years ago, she transitioned to social innovation and founded The Zooooo, which provides creativity and innovation support for various sectors undergoing transformation. Together with her clients, she co-creates new, innovative concepts while driving cultural change. Irene also volunteers as a mentor and board member for several social enterprises (to earn some karma points!), including Women on Wings in India (a pro bono business consultancy), Interacting (an improv theaterschool for young people with autism), and Circus Andersom (a collective of social designers). Her podcast, MonkeyTalk, which focuses on creativity, ranks among the top 20 most-listened-to management podcasts.Ten years ago, Irene switched from being a ‘commercial creative’ to a ‘societal creative.’ In this talk, it's time to reflect. Throughout this journey, she has come to understand the power of disarmament and what it means to play the role of a jester in a business environment. Being disarming helps create an atmosphere of openness and trust—the birthplace of creativity and change. This is achieved through humor, authenticity, wonder, and heartfelt communication.In this transitional era, every boardroom needs a jester—someone who dares to challenge conventions, expose blind spots, and spark fresh thinking. A well-placed joke or unexpected perspective can cut through corporate inertia and unlock new possibilities. With this talk, Irene hopes to awaken the jester within you. And if not: you know where to find her.Irene Koel worked for 25 years in marketing, advertising, innovation, and product development. Ten years ago, she transitioned to social innovation and founded The Zooooo, which provides creativity and innovation support for various sectors undergoing transformation. Together with their clients, they co-create new, innovative concepts while driving cultural change. 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