If you've ever watched your audience mentally check out during your carefully crafted presentation, you're not alone. Fern Chan shares how trading PowerPoint purgatory for burlesque vulnerability transformed her from presentation expert to genuine connector - and how you can do the same. Meet Fern Chan, the presentation Jedi Master and bestselling author of "How to NOT Suck at Presentations" This sassy mompreneur ditched her 9-5 in higher education to become the force behind Fern Chan Ventures, where she transforms business leaders, entrepreneurs, and educators into presentation powerhouses. Fern has graced the stages of the UN in Vienna and New York. She's the founder and CEO of Fern Chan Ventures, where she combines her 15+ years of experience in adult education with a hefty dose of sass and Star Wars references to transform nervous presenters into confident communication Jedi. When she's not dropping knowledge bombs at the UN in Vienna and New York or empowering fellow moms to conquer the business world, you'll find her hogging the karaoke mic or nose deep in historical whodunnits. With the badassery of Leia and the wisdom of Yoda, Fern is on a mission to banish boring PowerPoints to a galaxy far, far away, and restore energy and enthusiasm in the audience. 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 honest and heartfelt talk, Ishana Swami opens up about growing up quiet in a world that celebrates loudness. From overthinking and self-doubt to the small, brave moments that changed her, she shares how books, detours, deep friendships, and quiet victories helped her realise she was never “too much” or “not enough”—just wired differently. Through gentle humour and deep reflection, she invites us to embrace our own wiring, trust our softness, and find confidence in simply showing up. A reminder that even the quietest voices carry wonder, strength, and a story worth hearing. Ishana Swami (14) is a curious and observant young learner who finds meaning in the smallest details of everyday life. She won the IIHM Young Chef India Junior Regional Award and was selected among the top 60 girls in India for the AGMNC Math Camp. Beyond academics, she explores creativity through writing, cooking, and adventure — believing that being “wired differently” is where imagination and courage truly begin to flourish. 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

Gerardo Semprebon esplora come il design e l'architettura possano rispondere all'emergenza climatica. Attraverso progetti innovativi e approcci rigenerativi, dimostra come gli spazi che abitiamo possano diventare parte della soluzione, non del problema. Architetto e ricercatore presso il Politecnico di Milano, dove ha conseguito il dottorato di ricerca in collaborazione con la Shanghai Jiao Tong University.Si occupa di architettura contemporanea e di strategie progettuali per la rivitalizzazione di insediamenti rurali. Svolge attività di ricerca e didattica sul tema della progettazione architettonica sia al Politecnico di Milano che alla Xi’an Jiao Tong University. 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

Ana Rosa e Pablo, alunos da UDESC, conduziram uma interação vibrante com o público, transformando a plateia em um grande e único coral. A apresentação foi marcada por energia, talento e sensibilidade, criando um clima de conexão genuína entre artistas e espectadores. Ana Roda e Pablo sao alunos da UDESC e vão embalar o #TEDxUDESC com uma apresentação cheia de energia, talento e sensibilidade. Entre uma ideia e outra, a música deles vai nos lembrar que grandes transformações também nascem da arte, da emoção e da conexão entre as pessoas. 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

Yasemin Yürük, kendi hayat yolculuğunda karşılaştığı insanların, yaşanan tesadüflerin ve görünmez kesişimlerin yaşamına nasıl yön verdiğini anlatıyor. Bu konuşmada bazen fark edilmeden gerçekleşen karşılaşmaların, sessizce değişen yolların ve küçük anların, hayatın büyük dönüşümlerine nasıl zemin hazırladığını paylaşıyor. She is an inspiring figure with a multifaceted career in both art and sports. Known in the music world as a member of the group “Hepsi,” Yürük now brings her stage experience into the fields of sports and life coaching. With an approach centered on the balance of body, mind, and spirit, she demonstrates that discipline and creativity can coexist harmoniously. 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 warm and insightful talk, Dr. Mona invites us to rethink what we call “normal” by exploring the beautifully diverse ways children’s brains are wired. Through real stories filled with humor, heart, and hope, she reveals how learning differences are not deficits but alternate pathways—scenic routes that lead to creativity, resilience, and brilliance. She reminds us that when we celebrate how each mind is uniquely wired, we don’t just transform a child’s life—we redefine what it truly means to learn, to grow, and to be human. Paediatric Neurologist and Developmental Disorders Specialist practising at Dr L. H. Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, and other centres across Mumbai. With over 50 publications and path-breaking work in autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and learning disabilities — including designing specialised clinics and intervention pathways — she remains committed to advancing compassionate, evidence-based care for 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