In the her talk - "Architect of her own reality", Humaira Mushtaq takes us through her struggles and pain that has made her the first female driver from not only Jammu and Kashmir but the first female driver at an international racing championship. She talks about how even in a place where women driving is not taken so seriously, her father helped her since day one to make her achieve what people can only dream of. Even when people tried to stop her, her father spoke for her and shielded her dreams so that she could later on drive and represent her country on an international platform Humaira Mushtaq, the first professional female racer from Jammu & Kashmir, is breaking barriers in motorsports. Honored with the FICCI FLO Trailblazer Award, Game Changer Accolade , and the Mission Shakti Excellence Award for her contributions to the field, she is a symbol of resilience and determination. Breaking gender barriers, Humaira’s journey proves that talent and perseverance know no bounds. Through her achievements and inspiring story, she empowers the next generation to chase their dreams, proving that no obstacle is too great to overcome in the pursuit of passion. 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 his sophomore TEDx talk, Santiago Rivera describes his relationship to dance, specifically the Japanese form of Butoh, and how its embodiments of chaos and destruction have affected his relationships and mindset. Following up his first TEDx talk, “The Art of Violence and Trauma in Dance,” he explores how dance can be used to foster appreciation and hope. Santiago Rivera (M.F.A.) is a dance artist, educator, and choreographer from Los Angeles, CA. They earned their M.F.A. in Dance from California State University, Long Beach, a B.A. in Drama with a minor in Educational Studies from the University of California, Irvine, and an A.A. in Dance with a Dance Instructor Certificate of Achievement from Orange Coast College. Santiago also completed the José Limón Technique Certification Program. Their work interrogates the erasure of closeted queer Latine and BIPOC identities in institutional dance spaces. Santiago teaches at Cypress College and San Bernardino Valley College, is on faculty for the Young Choreographers Project, and serves as a guest artist in residence at Irvine Valley College. 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

Mr L Venkata Subramaniam sheds light on the rise of technology in India in his talk, "India's First". He shares us his memory of being asked by his mess worker for a job for his son. This singular moment made him question the duality of the situation of India, where at one side there is so much break-through in the country through green, white and golden revolutions; but on the other side people are jobless, deprived of the opportunities provided by the very break-throughs. However, he is optimistic, saying that the next revolution, whatever that maybe, will solve this issue through technological advancements and achievements; and what we see right now is only the gist of the overhaul the technology can make. We are yet to see the full power of this technology in the future, for which we must be ready and properly equipped. Dr. L. Venkata Subramaniam is spearheading India’s quantum revolution with 150+ research papers, 34 patents, and 3,000 citations. His best-selling book, Quantum Nation, simplifies quantum computing for a wider audience, making complex science accessible to all. As an IIT Delhi Ph.D. and TEDx speaker, he bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and public understanding. Recognized with the IBM Outstanding Technical Achievement Award, IBM Master Inventor , and IBM ISA Growth Agenda Award , his groundbreaking work drives innovation and shapes India’s quantum future, inspiring the next generation of innovators. 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

Dr. Kalaki Clarke shares her journey discovering ADHD as a physician and challenges common stereotypes about who has ADHD. Using the metaphor of Schrödinger’s cat, she reveals the complex, paradoxical nature of the ADHD brain and introduces the CAT Method (Capture, Analyze, Transform) to harness its potential. Her talk encourages compassionate observation to unlock hidden strengths and shift how we see ADHD. Dr. Kalaki Clarke is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and alumna of the UCI Family Medicine Residency Program. She returns to the very campus where she watched her first TEDx talk—and became aware of her ADHD diagnosis during medical training—now stepping onto the red dot with a story only she can tell. Blending science, story, and soul, Dr. Clarke challenges how we define potential and invites audiences to see the mind through a radically compassionate lens. Her talk doesn’t just inform—it transforms. 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

Jen Chiou shares how creativity, empathy, and table top role playing games (TTRPGs) can prepare kids for a future shaped by AI. From coding to Cantonese, pretend play builds real-world skills, and engages critical thinking through imagination. With humor and heart, she makes a compelling case for bringing imagination back into the classroom. Jen Chiou 趙燕妮 is an educator, entrepreneur, and advocate for creativity and social connection in a tech-driven world. She is the founder of CodeSpeak Labs, which has taught over 25,000 students to code, and the co-creator of Quest Craft, a program she designed with her two sons that uses role-playing games to help kids build social skills at school and at home. Quest Craft fosters creativity and empathy, immerses students in diverse cultures, and can be aligned with K-12 academic standards. Jen loves to create learning experiences that spark imagination and empower kids to build a better world. 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

Happy Is Fergal Keane OBE is one of the BBC's most distinguished correspondents and an award-winning broadcaster and author. He has reported for the BBC from Northern Ireland, Africa, Asia, the Middle East and the Balkans for more than 30 years. He’s made a number of trips to Ukraine in 2022 and 2023. He has been awarded a BAFTA, been named reporter of the year on television and radio, winning honours from the Royal Television Society and the Sony Radio Awards, most recently for his Radio 4 series Taking a Stand. Keane has won the George Orwell prize for literature, the James Cameron Prize and the Edward R. Murrow Award from the US Overseas Press Association. He is the author of a number of bestselling books including Letter to Daniel and his memoir All of These People. His latest book is The Madness – a memoir of war, fear and PTSD – a look at what draws him to reporting conflict, what keeps him there and offers a reckoning of the damage done. 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