In her heartfelt talk, Françoise Jacob shares how her love for the natural world began underwater, among towering kelp forests and fragile marine life. Through awe and heartbreak, from ocean magic to ghost nets, she discovered the urgency of protecting biodiversity. Françoise invites us to rethink nature not as something distant or decorative, but as a vital system that sustains our lives. Drawing on decades of experience around the world, she invites us to shift our mindset, reconnect with nature, and recognize biodiversity not as a luxury, but as a foundation for life and resilience. Françoise was appointed United Nations Resident Coordinator in Armenia in April 2024. With 30 years of experience in humanitarian and development work, she previously served as UN Resident Coordinator in Serbia and as UNOPS Representative to the EU in Brussels. She has held leadership roles across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East with UNOPS, UNRWA, ECHO, NGOs, and the private sector. A strong advocate for climate action, biodiversity, and human rights, she also brings expertise in peacebuilding and governance. Françoise holds an MBA from ESSEC Business School and is a certified yoga teacher and avid mountaineer. 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