Devipriya Chandhirahasan, 17 years old, and the Headgirl of Birla Public School, is a dynamic and multi-talented individual with a deep-rooted passion for public speaking and leadership. Devipriya has a remarkable record of accomplishments and achievements. A seasoned debater, she has represented the school on the QatarDebate QPSDL team for three consecutive years, emerging as the League Runner-up and one of the Top 4 Best Speakers and Reply Speakers in 2022, and clinching the title of National Champion in 2023. Devipriya's talents extend well beyond debate. She has hosted several prestigious events including the School Annual Day, ICC and SDC programs, and has earned accolades in various Intra & inter-school and independent speaking competitions.She has also won STEM exhibition awards and passionately leads projects and initiatives within and beyond school. A trained Bharatanatyam dancer since the age of five, with international certification from the International Dance Council – Paris, France and a diploma Black Belt holder in martial arts. Devipriya continues to pursue her interest with dedication and versatility. Devipriya Chandhirahasan, 17 years old, and the Headgirl of Birla Public School, is a dynamic and multi-talented individual with a deep-rooted passion for public speaking and leadership. A seasoned debater, she has represented the school on the QatarDebate QPSDL team for three consecutive years, emerging as the League Runner-up and one of the Top 4 Best Speakers and Reply Speakers in 2022, and clinching the title of National Champion in 2023. Devipriya's talents extend well beyond debate. She has hosted several prestigious events including the School Annual Day, ICC and SDC programs, and has earned accolades in various Intra & inter-school and independent speaking competitions.She has also won STEM exhibition awards and passionately leads projects and initiatives within and beyond school. A trained Bharatanatyam dancer since the age of five, with international certification from the International Dance Council – Paris, France and a diploma Black Belt holder in martial arts. 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