Sucheta takes us through her journey from being passionate about swimming to her corporate journey and rediscovering her passion again. She speaks of the grueling journey of achieving something that doesn't seem humanly possible to the rest of us. The aquawoman of India went on to become a coach, leading her to discover her passion for teaching. She talks about how she experiences happiness from passing down the joy to her students by teaching them how to swim.Her awe-inspiring journey has taught her the importance of 3 values that she leaves us with: Patience, Resilience and Conviction Sucheta Deb Burman is an open water swimmer and coach from Tripura, India. She is the first Indian woman to complete a two way swim across the Palk Strait (India to Sri Lanka and back). With dolphins by her side, India's 'aquawoman', Sucheta swam 36 kilometres from Mumbai's worli sea link to the gateway of India. She is a National Institute of Sports- and Sports Authority of India-certified swimming coach who founded the Open Water Swimmers’ Foundation (OWSF), a non-profit organization and open water swimming community where she coaches, trains, and promotes safe swimming while cleaning open bodies of water. 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 power to make a difference in a world of equality. Cranleigh Abu Dhabi student 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

Aditya explores the psychology of procrastination and why traditional advice like “work harder” and “stay disciplined” often fails. Drawing from personal experiences and research, he presents a practical approach to breaking the cycle—turning overwhelming projects into manageable steps. Through relatable anecdotes, Aditya challenges the way we think about deadlines and productivity, offering a strategy that makes tackling big tasks feel as effortless as brushing your teeth. Aditya (Adi) Bhagwat is a sophomore at Stratford Preparatory Blackford with a passion for engineering and consumer technology. His goal is to innovate in mechanical engineering and product design, creating technology that enhances everyday life. As a member of his school’s robotics team, Adi contributes to hands-on building and manufacturing, gaining valuable experience in complex system development. Outside of engineering, Adi enjoys playing guitar, particularly classic rock, and collecting vinyl records for their nostalgic sound. As an avid cricket fan, Adi enjoys following the sport in his free time, balancing his academic pursuits with a variety of personal interests. 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

Tommy examines society’s reliance on cars, exploring its causes, consequences, and how we can create more walkable, bikeable, and transit-friendly cities. Tommy Du is currently a junior at BASIS Independent Silicon Valley. Tommy has strong interests in entrepreneurship and economics and he is a member of the school’s DECA team. Tommy enjoys racket sports as he is both a member of the school’s competitive badminton team and the tennis club. Taking full advantage of the Bay Area’s diverse geographics, climates, and cultures, Tommy loves going to various places in the Bay Area and experiencing the unique atmosphere, food, and scenery each city and town has to offer. Believing in the power of ideas and innovations, Tommy aspires to make an impact in the world with people who have shared passions. 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

「育児とキャリアの両立」と聞いて、多くの人がまず思い浮かべるのは、その難しさではないだろうか。本トークは、そうした一般的なイメージに対し、まったく異なる視点を提示する。自身が親となった経験を通じて、子育ての本質を人生最大の「チームビルディング」だと捉えるようになった。子どもを育てながら自分自身も育てられていくという感覚を持ち、そこから新たな価値観を見出していく。仕事と育児は、どちらか一方を選ぶものではない。むしろ、両者は相互に影響を与え合いながら、自分らしい生き方を形成していくための重要な軸となりうる。小脇氏のトークは多くの人にとって新鮮な問いかけとなるはずだ。When many people hear the phrase "balancing childcare and a career," the first thing that comes to mind is probably the difficulty of doing so. This talk will present a completely different perspective on this common image. Through her own experience as a parent, she saw the essence of parenting as "life's greatest team-building”. She also found a new perspective of value in parenting, with the sense that she could also get opportunities for personal growth while raising her children.Childcare and Working are not an either/or choice. Rather, they both influence each other and can be important axes for creating one's own unique way of life. Her talk is sure to raise fresh questions for many people.CamCam編集部編集長を経て独立。ブランディングディレクターとして多数のヒットを生み”ヒットメーカー”として経済界から注目。オイシックス・ラ・大地株式会社社外取締役や鯖江市顧問も務め、女性活躍を象徴する新時代のアイコンとしても注目を集めている。After working as editor-in-chief of CamCam, Ms.Kowaki became independent. As a branding director, she has created numerous hits and attracted attention from the economic world as a "hit maker”. She also serves as a non-executive director of Oisix La Daichi Co.Ltd. and Advisor to Sabae City She is also an icon in the new era that symbolizes women's activities. 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

Disadvantages of the educational structure? The necessity of skill training? Experience of science and skill alongside rural children. Esmaeil Azarinejad, born in 1979 in Dehdasht, is an Islamic seminary scholar and educator, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Mysticism and Sufism. Since 2013, he has focused his work on three main areas: children, books, and rural communities. In line with this vision, he founded the *Story, Color, and Ball* Institute.With the aim of fostering knowledge and empowering children, Azarinejad established “Oak Houses” in several villages—community spaces where children engage in both skill-based learning and character-building experiences. Drawing on his unique and inspiring personal journey, he emphasizes that “knowledge” and “experience” are the two wings that enable human growth and perfection. 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