Growing up in a small border town, Ha Ngoc Bui faced doubts, prejudice, and countless “impossible” labels on her dream to study at China’s top university — Tsinghua. In this inspiring talk, she shares how quiet, relentless actions spoke louder than any words. From secret applications to late-night YouTube edits, every small step brought her closer to an “impossible” goal — proving that “行胜于言” (Action speaks louder than words) is more than a slogan, it’s a way to rewrite your life. Ha Ngoc Bui is a Master’s candidate in Communication at Tsinghua University, China — one of the world’s most competitive programs with an acceptance rate of just 0.05%. She is a recipient of the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), the Jiangsu Provincial Scholarship, and Tsinghua University’s own merit scholarship. Beyond academia, she is a leading content creator with over 1 million followers across social media platforms. She is also the founder and admin of Nha Trung — a vibrant community of more than 140,000 members sharing resources on learning Chinese, studying abroad, and traveling in China. 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

Amandine Tran, a French-Vietnamese creative, invites us into her story of saying “Why not? Just try.” — a simple mindset that took her from Paris to Australia and Vietnam, from shy student to designer, chef, model, and accidental content creator. Through every unexpected turn, she shows how having no clear plan but daring to try can lead us to discover where we truly belong. Amandine Tran is a Vietnamese-French creative who has lived and worked in France, Germany, Australia, and Vietnam. A Culinary Design graduate from Duperré Paris, she has appeared as the iconic muse in Den Vau’s music video Tron Tim and featured in Can Gi Hon (JustaTee & Tiên Tiên) and Nam Doi Ban Tay (Kay Trần). She is the exclusive representative of Simple in Vietnam and has collaborated with major fashion houses such as Dior, Hermès, Chanel, and Sandro Paris. She currently inspires an audience of over 900,000 followers across social media platforms. 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

During my TEDx talk, I discuss my life as a book, filled with chapters that range from laughter to tears and challenging moments. I talk about how to navigate these tough times and avoid getting stuck in them. We all have a superpower, and for me, it's always finding the positive side in everything. Everything happens for a reason and for something, and with my TEDx, I aim to inspire people not to be defeated by life's difficult moments but rather to leverage them. Within these tough moments, we can always find that glimmer that brings us peace and reaffirms that everything is worth it! Senior year student and future medical school student with the goal of becoming a successful cardiologist. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, listening to good music and taking photographs. She is characterized by being a fun, outgoing, and creative person committed to always helping others. 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

What if your biggest failure could become your greatest masterpiece? In this inspiring talk, Tu Thanh Do Le shares how the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi teaches us to embrace our cracks instead of hiding them. Her journey reminds us that true strength is not about staying flawless, but about turning every setback into golden lines of growth. Tu Thanh Do Le is a student of English Language & Literature Studies at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City. A top English achiever — she was the valedictorian in the Ho Chi Minh City High School for Gifted Students’ English Contest (2023) and the Southern 30/4 Traditional English Olympiad (2022), and holds an overall IELTS score of 8.5. Beyond academics, she is an emerging ASEAN youth leader, having represented the Republic of Indonesia at the Model ASEAN Youth Leaders Conference 2024 and served as Best Minister of Foreign Affairs and Head of Government at the Ho Chi Minh Model ASEAN Meeting 2024. She was also selected as a Vietnamese delegate for the Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP). 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

Have you ever felt trapped in the endless chase for perfection — even while “relaxing”? Van Thao Pham Nguyen invites us to look deeper into how our freedom to achieve everything has turned into a silent prison of burnout and comparison. In her heartfelt talk, she shares how true freedom might lie not in adding more, but in daring to keep empty spaces for ourselves. Van Thao Pham Nguyen is currently pursuing a degree in International Economics at Foreign Trade University (FTU). She is the Champion of S-MAZE 2024 — one of Vietnam’s leading communication strategy competitions — and the Winner of Heading for the Future Project: E-Commerce Season 4. With a passion for creative problem-solving, she was also named Top 10 at the Global Innovation Ideas Competition KMAC-FTU 2024 and Top 9 at the Mystery of Word (MOW) 2024. 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

Hoy en día, los jugadores de fútbol son super estrellas. No se puede negar el impacto que tienen en el mundo y la cantidad de gente que los sigue. Pero, son muy pocas las personas que han mejorado su vida por seguir o imitar a estos jugadores. Hay personas, que sí nos han cambiado nuestra vida, pero que valoramos muy poco, y son los MAESTROS. En el juego de la educación, el jugador más importante es el maestro. En esta analogía entre fútbol y educación, veamos cómo la misión de los maestros es transformar vidas. Maestro en Educación, especialista en Recursos Humanos, Licenciado en Economía. Más de 25 años trabajando en la formación de jóvenes y 10 años en el área educativa. Director de Colegio desde hace 3 años en los cuales ha obtenido dos grados de Máster en Dirección de Centros Educativos y el Certificate in School Management and Leadership por el Harvard Business School. Esposo de Anaid, papá de José Rubén y de Diego. Amante del futbol, de la comida y convencido que en los años que estamos en la tierra podemos marcar y cambiar la vida de muchas personas. 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

It is humanly impossible to live a life without “glitches”, everyone has them. However, we are given the choice to use our own glitches as the reason to move forward or the thing that brings us down. With my talk, I want to inspire you and make you believe that having glitches is indeed what makes you flourish in life, what makes you be the glitch, instead of just a glitch. Current Notre Dame student, majoring in Psychology with a double-minor in Digital Marketing and Human, Health and Society. In her free time she enjoys baking, taking pictures, and listening to music. She is characterized by being a good listener, faithful to her values and enjoys helping others. 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

The lecturer is Han Chang-min, the head of the Center for Family Communication. He gave a lecture on love with his family. In his lecture, you can also see conversations with his children. Through the means of communication called letters, he made love by conveying things he had not been able to say. He participated in the lecture as the director of Family Communication Research and delivered it to show the importance of family. He explained the importance of sons and daughters and communications with them through letters he shared with his children. 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

La IA fue la palabra más buscada del 2023. Los prompts, la de 2024. La IA ya estaba con nosotros desde hace años, pero actualmente está cambiando el mundo en casi todos los ámbitos. ¿Cómo aprovechar estos cambios para aprender a aprender? ¿Cómo podemos usar estas innovaciones a nuestro favor? En esta conferencia lo aprenderás. Coordinador de Tecnología Educativa en el Highlands International School San Salvador. Consultor y conferencista internacional en temas de tecnología aplicada a la educación e Inteligencia Artificial. Actualmente es candidato a doctor en Educación. 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 provocative and deeply personal talk, Amsterdomme explores how BDSM, when practiced with care, consent, and intention, becomes a powerful tool for healing trauma, reclaiming autonomy, and rewriting the body’s story. Through the lens of the Dominatrix, we discover how power play can unlock profound emotional transformation and radical self-acceptance. Amsterdomme is a kink coach and fetish educator with a bold brand dedicated to guiding individuals and communities into the depths of BDSM with confidence, curiosity, and empowerment. Blending social justice with sensuality, Amsterdomme transforms kink education into an art of healing, personal growth, and radical self-discovery. Through immersive coaching, provocative workshops, and unapologetic storytelling, Amsterdomme ignites desire, fosters deep connections, and helps people reclaim their pleasure as a path to liberation. 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