Khanh Linh presented a fresh and thought-provoking perspective through the question: “Do we really need school?” Without denying the role of school, Khanh Linh skillfully raised concerns about whether schools today truly nurture the curiosity, passion, and individuality of each student. She dreams of a school where she can learn meaningful things, freely explore without being constrained by the pressure of grades. Khanh Linh asks us to pause to reflect on the role of education. Khánh Linh is a Grade 4 student who is passionate about creativity, artificial intelligence, and learning new things. When she is not on the TEDx stage, she is working on her YouTube channel or creating new games and stories with her friends. 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

My topic touched on childhood trauma that shaped my life in negative way. However, with strength and awareness, I overcame the trauma to emerge a stronger and more resilient person. This to inspire the attendees to have the courage to face their own trauma. Educator, Corporate Speaker & Passionate Public Speaking Coach for kids and teens.From District 102 International Speech Finalist (2020) to training at AIESEC Nottingham and Fairview International School, she brings heart and strategy to every stage.Her core belief: 'Change your mindset, change your life" 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 transformative power of systemic decision-making, illustrating how structured visualization and stakeholder engagement can reshape both personal and professional trajectories. Cho draws on six pivotal moments—selecting a middle school in 2013, choosing an international university in 2019, taking a leave of absence during the COVID-19 pandemic, fulfilling mandatory military service in South Korea, founding a tele-robotics startup in 2023, and returning to the University of Toronto in 2024—to demonstrate how a flowchart-based framework mitigates cognitive biases, facilitates reflective dialogue, and builds resilience. He shares a compelling narrative from his entrepreneurial journey and a reflective account of his service experience, underscoring the concrete benefits of deliberate decision structures. The talk concludes with an inspiring call to action, inviting participants to adopt systemic decision-making as a catalyst for clarity, confidence, and sustained growth in the face of life’s complexities. Jae Hyun Cho is a fourth-year undergraduate at the University of Toronto, double-majoring in Political Science and Public Policy with a minor in Public Law. He has presented research at the American Political Science Association annual conference and published an article on electoral integrity in the age of artificial intelligence. Cho has served in leadership roles as President of the Korean Students’ Association at UTSC, Mock trial director of the Political Science Students’ Association, and External Editor for the Law Society of UTSC. During a leave of absence, he completed military service in South Korea and gained industry experience in the manufacturing and robotics sectors. Passionate about decision theory and visual problem-solving, Cho empowers others to approach complex choices methodically and with confidence. 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

Adnan Kılıç, "Geleceğin Kodlayanlar mı Yönetecek?" sorusu ekseninde, "Yarının İzinde" etkinliğinin teması altında, Kriptografi ve Bilgi Güvenliği alanındaki yeni nesil liderleri başarılı yapacak ortak özellikleri (etik, yaratıcılık, vizyon) ve bu büyük dönüşümün tek kelimelik özeti olan ''GÜVEN'' kavramını anlatıyor. Dr. Adnan Kılıç, ODTÜ'den Bilgisayar Mühendisliği alanında doktora derecesine sahip bir Siber Güvenlik Mimarıdır. Ocak 2022'den bu yana ASELSAN'da Siber Güvenlik Mimarı olarak çalışmaktadır. Burada temel görevleri askeri ve kurumsal düzeyde güvenlik sistemlerini tasarlamak, zafiyet testleri yapmak ve güvenlik mimarisini güçlendirmektir. Kariyerinde ayrıca SOMERA'da Kıdemli DevOps Mühendisi (CI/CD, Kubernetes) , ODTÜ'de Araştırma Görevlisi & Sistem Yöneticisi (BT hizmetleri, HPC yönetimi) ve Labris Networks'te Ağ Güvenlik Mühendisi pozisyonlarında görev almıştır. OSCP, CKA ve CCSK gibi önemli güvenlik ve bulut sertifikalarına sahiptir. 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 speech allows the attendees to look into personal brand in a new light and to move on to create one of their own without waiting till they are feeling ready. Ken Ang knows that your brand doesn't begin when you feel ready - it begins the moment you take action.His message? Shift from thinking to doing and surround yourself with people who push you to grow.Because real progress doesn't happen alone - it happens in motion, and in community. 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 concept of using cockroaches as a role model is to highlight their strength — they can survive in nearly any harsh environment due to their exceptional adaptability and instinct to leverage whatever is around them. Jin Yang a junior engineer from Cheras with unstoppable dedication to growth.He walks an hour every weekend and braves traffic every other Tuesday just to sharpen his public speaking skills.Now an emcee and part-time coach at MicFront Damansara, he is inspiring the next generation of speakers, one session at a time. 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