Luiz Arns compartilha como o debate competitivo — e, em especial, uma simples folha de preparação — ensinou a importância de se opor com propósito e clareza. Ao explorar perguntas críticas que testam ideias até o limite, ele mostra como cultivar uma mente que discorda com empatia, foco e responsabilidade. Uma provocação poderosa sobre como retomar o valor do confronto construtivo em tempos de polarização. ISC Student - Grade 12. 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

Change begins with small, intentional actions within your community. By persevering through challenges and collaborating with others, anyone can create meaningful educational opportunities that empower children and inspire lasting impact. This talk shares a powerful journey of turning passion into real change, even in the face of adversity. Faith Ene Ejih is a Nigerian educator and entrepreneur dedicated to improving literacy in Northern Nigeria. She founded Brainy Brainers Solutions and created the Arewa Spelling Bee, promoting language skills, confidence, and public speaking. She advocates for EdTech and mentors educators. 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

Failure is not the end, but a powerful teacher guiding us towards growth. This talk explores how life’s setbacks can become stepping stones to resilience, wisdom, and renewed purpose. By embracing broken paths with courage and reflection, anyone can rise again, stronger and more determined to make an impact. Through a moving personal journey, this talk reveals the hidden beauty found in failure and the strength discovered in rising after every fall. Abdulhameed Abdulmumin is a TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and thought leader who challenges societal norms and explores philosophical ideas. Through his newsletter and role as a youth ambassador for the Illmi Children’s Fund, he inspires critical thinking, advocates for children, and promotes purposeful leadership. 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

This talk delves into the therapeutic use of certain substances with potential harmful effects, clarifying that a drug and a medication are not the same thing. It emphasizes the value and weight of scientific research as key to the development of medical therapies. Olga Valverde es Licenciada en Medicina y Cirugía (1989) y Doctora en Medicina y Cirugía en el Programa de Neurociencias por la Universidad de Cádiz (1992). Es Doctora en Farmacia por la Universidad René Descartes de Paris (1996). Realizó una estancia post-doctoral entre 1992 y 1998 en la Universidad René Descartes con una ayuda de la UE del programa “Human Capital and Mobility” y con otros contratos posteriormente. En el año 1998 se incorporó a la Universidad Pompeu Fabra (UPF) como profesora de los estudios de Biomedicina. Desde el año 2008 es Catedrática de Psicobiología del Departamento de Medicina y Ciencias de la Vida de la Universitat Pompeu Fabra.Dirige el Grupo de Investigación de Neurobiología del Comportamiento (Grenec-NeuroBio). Su investigación está orientada al estudio de las bases neurobiológicas de los trastornos neuropsiquiátricos con una perspectiva de género, los procesos adictivos, la depresión, el síndrome alcohólico fetal. Entre sus estudios destacan la caracterización funcional de los receptores opioides y del receptor cannabinoide CB1 en el sistema nervioso central y el desarrollo de modelos animales comportamentales.En el año 2022 recibió la distinción ICREA Academia (Generalitat de Cataluña) por su actividad investigadora. Es autora de más de 150 artículos publicados en revistas internacionales sobre los temas de su investigación y colabora con distintas agencias de evaluación, entre ellas la Agencia Estatal de Investigación (AEI) y la AQU Cataluña. 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

With the aim of reviving old values in Vietnam’s history and sharing them with the younger generation, Associate Professor Dr. Tran Trong Duong delivered a meaningful talk on the topic of “chữ Nôm” at the main stage of TEDx FTUHanoi. “Chữ Nôm” is a cultural heritage that has existed for thousands of years and continues to show its importance in Vietnam today. Through a relatable storytelling style, along with vivid films and visual pictures of “chữ Nôm,” Associate Professor Dr. Tran Trong Duong took the audience on a journey through the heroic events of Vietnam during the era of “chữ Nôm.” His talk inspired feelings of nostalgia, curiosity, and deep thinking among the audience. Known as the historian who pierced the past, Dr. Tran Trong Duong identified two important breakpoints in Vietnamese culture and language: the shift from “chữ Nôm” to the modern Vietnamese script and the potential for “chữ Nôm” to grow in the future. He left the audience with a thoughtful question: Is “chữ Nôm” just a reflection of the past, or can it also be the bridge of the past, present, and future? Associate Professor Dr. Trần Trọng Dương is the author of numerous significant research works in the field of Sino-Nôm studies, covering ancient texts, inscriptions, and various historical and cultural materials. He has led and participated in several major research projects that have enabled the academic community to access valuable sources and helped spread knowledge of Sino-Nôm to the general public.His research not only sheds light on forgotten cultural values but also opens up new approaches that make these heritages more accessible to modern life. As a lecturer, he continuously inspires younger generations with his passion, encouraging them to explore and carry on the legacy of heritage research. 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

Mark Wilhelm shares how true communication goes beyond just talking—it’s about listening, empathy, and timing. Drawing from real-life experiences in mentoring and leadership, he shows how poor communication can create distance, while thoughtful connection can heal and build trust. His talk offers practical tips for more meaningful conversations and encourages us to know more about how to truly connect, and say no more to being misunderstood or unheard. Mark Wilhem is a self-proclaimed Graduate of the ‘School of hard Knocks’, an IT Digital Transformation Consultant, a leadership and soft skills mentor, as well as father of two students in Avi-cenna international school. He began his professional career teaching computers to primary school students, and rapidly moved to setting up his first company offering IT services at the age of 17. Fast forward 39 years, and he is now a leading Digital Transformation Consultant to a variety of clients. He also enjoys Mentoring and teaching both youths and adults alike to assist them on their path in Life as well as professional advancement. He believes that one of the key gifts that has helped him make such an impact has been his ability to simplify and communicate complex terms and technology into easy-to-understand analogies that allow for better understanding by everyone. He first applied this to technology and computers, but also found that the same skill could be applied to any topic. 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