In this talk, food activist and storyteller Andreas Viestad reveals why culinary literacy — the knowledge of how to feed ourselves — is as essential as reading and writing, and how it can help combat the global pandemic of obesity and lifestyle-related disease. Discover how food connects us all, bite by bite. Andreas Viestad is a Norwegian food activist, author, restaurateur, and TV host known internationally for New Scandinavian Cooking, aired in over 50 countries since 2003. He founded the Geitmyra Culinary Center for Children, promoting food education across Norway. A self-taught cook with a background in history and media, Viestad has authored acclaimed books like Kitchen of Light and Dinner in Rome, exploring food’s cultural roots. He owns several Oslo restaurants and has consulted internationally. A columnist for major outlets, including The Washington Post, he has won multiple awards for his work in sustainable food and education. 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

A former Cambridge-trained chemist turned organic farmer, and CEO of Green Earth Organics, Dr. Kenneth Keavey takes us on a journey from chemical labs to carrot fields - and explains why our modern food system is failing us. This talk challenges the illusion of “cheap” food and offers a hopeful, actionable path to a healthier planet and a better way to eat. Find out why returning balance to our broken food system is possible and can save our earth and our health. Co-founder of Green Earth Organics, an Irish company dedicated to organic and sustainable farming. His speech will share insights into chemical-free agriculture and sustainability. 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

İrem Oturaklıoğlu Kaya“Küçükken bana ‘Seni üzen herhangi bir şey oldu mu?’ diye sorulmuştu. Bu soruyu yıllar sonra terapi odasına taşıdım.” İrem Oturaklıoğlu Kaya’ya göre, bedenimiz dile gelmeden ruhumuzla ilgilenmeliyiz. Bunun ilk adımı ise kendimize şu soruyu sormak: “Nasılsın?”Kadınların birbirine destek olmasının önemini vurguluyor: “Kadın, kadının kurdu değil; yurdu olmalıdır.”Hayat yolculuğunda dışarıdaki seslere değil, içimizdeki ‘ben’e odaklanmamız gerektiğini söylüyor. Öncelikle ne istediğimizi bilmeli, ailemizi suçlamayı bırakmalı ve kendimize yönelmeliyiz.Başarının sırrı, geçmişi olduğu gibi geçmişte bırakabilmekten geçiyor. Çünkü geleceğe taşınan yükler, yolculuğu ağırlaştırır.Mesajı net: Önce kendine dön, iç sesini dinle, geçmişin zincirlerinden kurtul ve kendi yolunu çiz. Uzman Klinik Psikolog İrem Oturaklıoğlu Kaya, lisansını İngilizce Psikoloji, Yüksek Lisansını ise Klinik Psikoloji alanında başarıyla tamamlamıştır. 2015 yılından beri Anaokulu, rehabilitasyon merkezi, psikolojik danışmanlık merkezlerinde çalışmalarını yürüttükten sonra, 2019 itibariyle İstanbul Bakırköy’deki kendi kliniğinde hizmet vermeye devam etmektedir.Klinik çalışmaları, Bilişsel Davranışçı Terapi, Şema Terapi, EMDR Terapi, Aile ve Çift Terapisi, Çocuk Merkezli Oyun Terapisi, Öykülerle ve Kuklalarla Oyun Terapisi, Deneyimsel Oyun Terapisi, Filial Terapi, Cinsel Terapi, Duygu Odaklı Terapi ve Somatik Deneyimleme üzerinedir.Çeşitli şehirlerde, özel sektör kurum ve kuruluşlarda, online platformlarda eğitimler vererek bilginin zekatını daima ödemenin kendi ilmini de arttıracağına inanmaktadır.Psikoloji Biliminin insan hayatındaki değerli bir pusula olduğuna inanarak, sağlıklı bir ruh hali içinde olmanın herkesin hakkı olduğu düşüncesiyle çalışmalarını sürdürmektedir. 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

One in twenty people can't see in 3D, and for years, Denise Allen was one of them. Told there was nothing she could do, she refused to accept it. Discover her incredible journey from hating photos to seeing the world in a whole new dimension, and learn how vision therapy and surgery can unlock 3D vision at any age, challenging long-held myths and empowering you to see the world in all its depth and beauty. A vision advocate with a powerful personal story, Denise discovered in her 40’s that her visual challenges were treatable—and that we can all learn to see differently at any age. After six years of vision therapy, surgery, and dedication, she learned to see in 3D, transforming her understanding of sight and possibility. Passionate about sharing her journey, Denise hosts a podcast and works to raise awareness about how we can improve and even restore vision—proving that change is possible at any age. 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

Our plan was to grow a small woodland, but what really grew was a tight-knit group of friends. We started off lost and clueless, but neighbours and friends jumped in, turning hard work into laughter and belonging. The mess and mud brought us together, and sparked a whole new community tree nursery. This talk is about how one simple action can spark connection, hope, and unexpected friendships. Anyone can start - sometimes it just takes asking for help. She is a founding member of Local Roots, a community led native Irish tree nursery based in Cromane, co.Kerry with a focus on environmental conservation and community development. By collecting native tree seeds locally, growing and giving trees back to the community, they are addressing both environmental and social needs. One of the projects Local Roots is leading is the Acorn Quest - growing the smartest Oak in Kerry’s primary schools. Students are given an Oaky Pod in which an acorn suspends in a jar with water. The students can observe and learn more about the stages of growth an acorn goes through with the help of worksheets provided by the Tree Council of Ireland. 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

Think small talk is meaningless? Think again! This speaker reveals the surprisingly powerful impact of everyday conversations. Through personal stories and simple strategies, discover how a "hello" or "how's it going?" can spark connections, build relationships, and make a bigger difference than you ever imagined. Video Editor: Sherlock Roberts Jason is a G11 student just like any other, except that he is extremely extroverted. Every time he meets people, he tries his best to make a connection with them. In his talk, he will share how no matter how great or miniscule these connections, are, they celebrate our humanity and make people feel seen and valued. Join him to learn how making connections will alter 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