Journalism only makes an impact when readers are ready for it, journalist Cole Reynolds tells us. He reflects on a world that looks far different now than when he began as a journalist and questions whether journalism, itself, is ready for it. Reynolds asks: What happens if the stories we used to tell can’t move the world anymore? Cole is a junior at Northwestern studying journalism and anthropology. He is a former managing editor of The Daily Northwestern. In that role, he revealed the extent of sexualized hazing on Northwestern’s football team, along with three other reporters. With them, he was named Illinois Journalist of the Year for 2024 by the Northern Illinois Press Association, becoming the first student ever to receive the honor. He has investigated the misuse of lead remediation funds in Oakland and the mistreatment of taxi riders with disabilities in Chicago. His work has appeared for The New York Times, Trace Magazine, and PBS, among other outlets. 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 education weren’t just about personal achievement, but a radical act of rebuilding society? In this moving talk, Jihane Kasshanna Dib shares how classrooms can become engines of empathy, cultural connection, and social transformation. Her experiences in Nigeria and Lebanon reveal how teaching the whole student can reshape the future we share. Jihane Kasshanna Dib, Principal of the French Section at Leb School Kano and Governing Council Member of Skyline University Nigeria, is a passionate education leader dedicated to nurturing compassion, community service, and global citizenship among students and school communities. 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

Gogo, founder of Gogo Cheng Consulting, has transformed customer loyalty programs, driving multimillion-dollar success for luxury giants like DFS, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, and Farfetch over the last two decades.After two decades in the corporate realm, Gogo took a bold step to establish her consultancy, fueled by her passion for fostering meaningful human connections. She aims to cultivate a community where care and collaboration thrive.In her TEDx Talk, Gogo will share a powerful three-step process for thriving in relationships:It’s About You: Learn how to make others feel truly special.It’s about Everyone: Explore the power of planting seeds and playing the long game.It’s About Me: Discover the vital role of self-awareness and empowerment. Over the past two decades, Gogo has dedicated her career to pioneering customer retention models and nurturing customer loyalty for some of the world’s most successful luxury businesses, resulting in sustainable multimillion-dollar annual turnovers.While these companies offer diverse products and embrace varying cultures and business strategies, she believes in uncompromising investment in clienteling. It starts with a “customer-centricity” mindset and a mission to build lifelong relationships with people—from every customer to everyone around the business.After spending 20 years in a corporate environment, she decided to found GC consultancy. With her passion for building memorable human interactions, she is on a mission to build a human-centric community in which people care for each other. 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

Fascinated by the intersection of technology and design, she delves into how 3D printing can offer a more sustainable and accessible alternative to fast fashion. In this TEDx talk, she shared how this innovative technology can reshape the way we create and wear clothes, ushering in an era of fashion that is full of new possibilities. Miram Elag is a recent high school graduate with a big vision for the future of fashion. She was first introduced to the world of 3D printing two years ago and has since been exploring how to harness its potential to make a positive impact on people's lives. 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 favourite colour could reveal how you communicate—or even what career suits you best? In this thought-provoking talk, the speaker uncovers the hidden links between colour psychology, personality, and professional purpose. It’s not just about what you wear—it’s about who you are. Bazallahi Muhammad is a communication specialist and certified trainer with 18+ years’ experience. A Distinguished Toastmaster and CIPM Kano Chairman, he empowers individuals through public speaking and leadership training. Passionate about community change, he inspires confident communication and drives social impact through workshops, coaching, and transformative speaking engagements. 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

For centuries, humanity has tried to tackle massive global problems; poverty, climate change, inequality. But when we ask ourselves how to take meaningful action, we often feel overwhelmed.In this inspiring talk, Zeynep Iyigün shares how she identified a quiet but powerful issue in her community, lack of economic literacy and co-founded EconoFem, a platform offering free economics education in Turkey.This is not a speech that ends on a vague call to “do something.” It’s a roadmap for transforming your frustration into focused, specific action no matter how small.Because change doesn’t start with the world. It starts with you, a question, and the courage to light the first candle. Zeynep is an 11th grade IB student at Üsküdar American Academy and a prospective economics major. She co-founded EconoFem to merge her interests in economics, politics, and social service. Outside academics, she plays libero on the volleyball team, bassoon in the school orchestra, and contributes to RoarTV through video editing and scriptwriting. Her speech focuses on global challenges and the power of individual action. 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