Alex will talk about a time of life that’s exciting, confusing, and sometimes really tough — the teenage years. In his speech, he shares what many young people experience and how we can grow stronger through it all. my name is Alex and I’m twelve years old. I live in Athens with my parents and two older sisters. I am keen on tennis, and I also like playing football with my friends at the weekends. In addition, I love reading specific books which give me some information or details about our life or people, like Encyclopedias. Furthermore, I feel happy when I travel to different, beautiful places with my family and my friends too. 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

Maria Leontiou, a leader in digital innovation, shares how AI can help us move beyond data and transform information into real wisdom. Drawing on her experience in finance, technology, and startup mentoring, she highlights the power of curiosity, community, and innovation in shaping a smarter, more inclusive future. An engineer by degree, a Financial Services executive by profession, and an innovation enthusiast by nature, Maria Leontiou is the Head of Eurobank Next – Digital Growth & Future Competitiveness at Eurobank. Maria holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens and has over 24 years of experience. Her curiosity for anything new fuels her passion for innovation, an interest cultivated through her involvement with the organizing team of TEDxAthens and later brought to life in her role as Head of Eurobank’s Innovation Center. She is closely connected to the startup community, which she supports as a mentor or judge in various programs and initiatives. Maria believes in the power of community, actively champions the gender equality agenda, and is a strong advocate of the idea that “sharing is caring.” She enjoys creating and sharing engaging content on digital media platforms to connect with like-minded individuals and spark meaningful conversations. 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

Jason shares his love for space and chocolate, explaining how black holes create waves and how science helps us hear them. Hi, this is Jason, an 8-year-old student who likes space and chocolate! 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

Ioanna reminds us that confidence comes from action, mindset, and resilience. With a few simple tools— visualizing success, believing in growth, and learning from failure— we can all become stronger, braver, and more confident every day. My name is Ioanna, I am a 13-year-old student, passionate about drawing and creative thinking. I love listening to music, drawing, and learning new things. I always believe in myself and my abilities no matter what. 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

Alex discusses the power of computers. Through his own story, he’ll explain how computers can be much more than games—they can teach us languages, open our minds, and help us explore the world, all from home. Alex is a 9-year-old student that loves learning facts about anything. When he’s not buried in devices, you’ll find him building a bunch of toys or playing board games. 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

Maria shares how drawing and crafting fill her free time with joy and imagination. Through colors, clay, and creativity, she expresses her feelings and proudly creates special things with her own hands. Maria is a 10-year-old student passionate about arts and crafts! She loves drawing and painting! She really enjoys making things for herself and for friends and family! She feels super creative and proud because she can make whatever she imagines! Fun colors and all kinds of materials are her tools! 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