In this inspiring talk, Szymon challenges the passive role many of us play in today’s digital world and urges us to shift from consuming content to creating it. Drawing on his experience in a volunteer project that aimed to design a game simulating human life—from DNA to full human characters—he shares how this opportunity awakened his passion for building and innovating. Szymon emphasizes that everyone, regardless of background or skill, has the potential to create something meaningful. With the vast resources of the internet at our fingertips, he reminds us that now, more than ever, it’s possible to leave a lasting mark on the world. Szymon is a high school student who recently completed his IGCSEs and has a growing interest in technology and digital innovation. He recently joined a volunteer project aimed at developing a game that simulates human life—from the structure of DNA to the creation of full human characters. This experience sparked his passion for building and designing systems, deepening his interest in the creative side of technology and development. 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

In this deeply personal and thought-provoking talk, Yaryna shares her experience of emigrating from Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine, offering a unique perspective on the emotional and psychological challenges of being both an immigrant and a refugee. Through her story, she explores what it means to never fully belong - to always feel “not at home” and “not from here.” Backed by powerful data and personal reflection, Yaryna’s talk sheds light on the silent struggles faced by thousands around the world. It is a journey through identity, loss, resilience, and the search for belonging - one that invites the audience to rethink the meaning of home. Yaryna is a student with a multicultural background, originating from Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine. She recently completed her IGCSE examinations and is continuing her academic journey with a strong focus on international education. With a growing interest in global issues and cross-cultural understanding, Yaryna actively seeks opportunities to broaden her perspective through academic and extracurricular engagement. 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

Merve Başibüyük, konuşmasında hayatını değiştiren dönüm noktalarını, o özel anların önemini konu alıyor. Merve Başibüyük, psikolojik iyi oluşun çok yönlü bir perspektif ile mümkün olabileceğine inanan bir klinik psikolog ve psikoterapisttir. Bu vizyonla çalışmalarını, EMDR, Bilişsel Davranışçı Terapi, Çözüm Odaklı Terapi, Stratejik Aile Terapisi ve Somatik yaklaşımları bir araya getiren bütüncül bir terapi anlayışı benimseyerek ve bireyin ihtiyaçlarını gözeterek sürdürmektedir.Travma bilgili çalışmalarda uzmanlaşan Başibüyük, psikoloji lisans ve klinik psikoloji yüksek lisans eğitimlerinin yanında, uluslararası düzeyde eğitmenlerin eğitim ve atölye çalışmalarına katılarak bilgilerini derinleştirmeye devam etmektedir. Bugüne kadar Somatik Deneyimleme’nin kurucusu Peter Levine, Polivagal Teori'nin öncülerinden Deb Dana, Bessel van der Kolk gibi isimlerinden doğrudan eğitim alma fırsatı bulmuştur.Bireysel psikoterapi pratiğinin yanı sıra, konuşmacı ve içerik üreticisidir. Türkiye’nin en çok dinlenen psikoloji podcastlerinden biri olan “Terapist Koltuğu” ile psikolojik farkındalık kazandırmak amaçlı yayınlar yapmakta ve yüz binlerce kişiye ulaşmaktadır. Ayrıca, gönüllüsü olduğu organizasyonlarla ülkede yaşanan toplumsal travmalarda saha çalışmalarına katılmaktadır.Merve Başibüyük aynı zamanda, bireylerin kendi içsel süreçlerini anlamalarına rehberlik eden ilk kitabı “Hayatla Bir Anlaşma: Kendi Kendinin Psikoloğu Olma Rehberi” ile psikolojik bilgiyi herkes için ulaşılabilir ve uygulanabilir hale getirmeyi amaçlamaktadır. 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

Stai affrontando problemi travolgenti nella tua vita? Federico Morisio, windsurfista professionista nato e cresciuto a Torino, lontano dal mare, racconta come ha dovuto reinventarsi e imparare ad affrontare grandi sfide, trasformando le avversità e i problemi in vantaggi ed opportunità. È così che è riuscito a creare una mentalità resiliente per poter raggiungere i suoi obiettivi più grandi e costruire la vita che desidera. Federico Morisio è un atleta professionista di windsurf nato a Torino. Dopo un viaggio rivelatore a Maui a 19 anni, ha deciso di lasciare l'università per seguire il sogno di diventare uno dei migliori windsurfer al mondo. Oggi viaggia 10 mesi all’anno, collezionando podi internazionali e affrontando sfide fisiche e mentali con resilienza. Oltre allo sport, si dedica alla crescita personale e imprenditoriale, con l’obiettivo di ispirare gli altri a esprimere il proprio massimo potenziale. 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 explores how behavioural science can be used to accelerate AI adoption by shaping environments and engaging the unconscious mind to make change feel natural and effortless. It provides practical strategies to lower barriers, boost engagement, and seamlessly integrate AI into everyday work, empowering professionals to adapt AI tools quickly and confidently.AI, Behavior, Behavioral Economics, Decision making, Empowerment, Neuroscience, Personal growth Noemi is the Chief Behavioural Scientist and Co-Founder of BeHive, an organisation pioneering the integration of Behavioural Science and AI to drive positive change. Her background spans Behavioural Economics, Neuroscience, and Economics. She has conducted research at King’s College London and Harvard Medical School. Recently, she was named a Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree in Europe, alongside her co-founders, for their work across Europe in helping organisations understand and change behaviours in the healthcare sector. 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

In this talk, Busayo Twins challenges the quiet inaction that often hides behind hope.Drawing from her experiences in activism, political education and her own journey with faith, she asks what it really means to have a positive impact in the world. What does it take to see change where it truly matters, rather than where it is most comfortable or expected?This is a talk about moving beyond good intentions. About questioning the stories we tell ourselves when we say we care. And about finding new ways of thinking and working that allow us to act with clarity, depth and purpose.Busayo invites us to let go of passive optimism and instead take responsibility for the change we want to see. Not someday. Now. Activist, knowledge broker & political commentator. 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