Christiana shares how individualized learning can unlock a student’s true potential by honoring their unique pace, strengths, and passions, showing that when education adapts to the learner, every child can thrive freely and confidently. Christiana is a 17-year-old rising senior whose journey has been shaped by perseverance and purpose. Diagnosed with learning differences starting at age three, Christiana has been homeschooled since kindergarten. Her unique educational path sparked a deep passion for advocating for students with learning differences, leading her to speak at special needs teacher conferences. You can usually find Christiana stepping into the role of an attorney in mock trials or sharing her love for martial arts by teaching karate to kids. Her motto is “¡Sí se puede!” (“Yes, you can!”), And she lives it daily, believing in the power of perseverance and positivity. 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

"Open Up Your Mind" by Elena Edgar is an uplifting electronic track that invites listeners into a space of emotional introspection and sonic expansion. With dreamy synth layers and rhythmic beats, the song encourages openness—challenging to let go of limiting beliefs, embrace new perspectives, and spark personal transformation through a musical journey. Elena is a composer, performer, and music educator born in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. After 16 years of formal music study in piano and voice, she now leads the band Spirit Duo, composing and performing original songs as the lead vocalist. She also founded EDEL Musical School, where she teaches piano at all levels and provides vocal coaching to students of all ages. Guided by her belief that "music will save our world," Elena is dedicated to using music as a force for expression, healing, and connection. 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

From military service to civic storytelling, Del H Khan’s journey reflects a rare blend of discipline, empathy, and transformative leadership. With years of experience in strategic operations, communication, and public service, he now uses fables and reflections to connect across generations.At TEDxComillaUniversity, he delivered a series of sharp, modern-day parables that redefine what leadership looks like in a changing world calm, clear, and rooted in character. One story about a turkey climbing a manure pile with help from a bull only to be shot down for crowing too loud left the audience both amused and reflective. It served as a powerful reminder: shortcuts may get you there, but only merit and humility help you stay. ??? ? ???? — award-winning author, seasoned leader, and catalyst for change to this year’s speaker lineup.For over two decades, Del H Khan has shown what true leadership looks like across the frontlines of military service, humanitarian work, community building, and civic life. From championing youth empowerment to challenging corruption and advocating for marginalized voices, his journey proves that real influence breaks barriers and bridges divides.Through every role - strategist, mentor, spokesperson , he reminds us that impact is not about titles, but about the courage to stand up for others and turn bold ideas into tangible action.Del H Khan’s story embodies the very essence of “The Next Wave” redefining leadership as a force for connection, accountability, and hope. He reminds us that one voice, when guided by purpose and integrity, can spark movements that uplift entire 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

What we say matters. But what we don’t say often speaks louder. In this powerful and eye-opening TEDx talk, Farabi Hafiz unpacks the science and emotion behind non-verbal communication- from subtle body language and facial expressions to the silent signals we send every day. With a blend of psychology, real-world stories, and personal experience, he invites us to become more aware, more empathetic, and more effective in how we connect with others- even without a single word. ?????? ????? , senior journalist, news anchor, and fearless voice in Bangladesh’s media - to this year’s speaker lineup.With an unwavering commitment to truth, he has spent years at the frontline of national television, boldly challenging crime, corruption, and injustice. His work reminds us that journalism is not just reporting - it’s questioning, informing, and giving voice to the unheard.His journey proves that a news anchor is more than a presenter - they are a guardian of accountability, a challenger of silence, and a storyteller whose words can shape societies. Through his dedication, he has inspired countless young journalists to stand tall for truth, no matter how hard the questions get. 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

A viola caipira é mais do que um instrumento: é a voz do cerrado, das memórias e das tradições do Brasil profundo. Neste emocionante TEDxTalk, Claudivan Santiago nos leva por uma viagem sonora e afetiva pelo cerrado brasileiro, onde cresceu cercado por animais, rios e a riqueza natural que moldou sua identidade musical. Enquanto toca sua viola caipira, ele compartilha histórias de sua infância e reflexões sobre a importância de preservar esse bioma único. Uma palestra inspiradora que une música, cultura e consciência ambiental. Claudivan Santiago is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist musician, and one of the leading names in Brazilian viola caipira. Born in Cachoeirinha, Tocantins, he began his professional career at the age of 15 and has been based in Brasília since 2003, where he dedicated himself to studying the viola caipira. Awarded the Rozini Award for Excellence in Viola Caipira in 2013, he has six original albums and collaborations with artists like Sérgio Reis and Tiririca. His work is often compared to icons such as Almir Sater and Renato Teixeira, establishing him as a reference in contemporary Brazilian folk music. 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 explores the intimacy and vulnerability involved in not only learning a new language but also speaking to native speakers. Using poetic devices, this discussion delves into what Botat has learned about conversing in her secondary language and the important lessons which can be yielded from migrants’ experiences. Building on statistics and real-life experiences, the audience will be invited to step into the lives of migrants, individuals often placed at the margins of society. This presentation debuts Ruchama Botat’s poem ‘Language poem/What I Learned From Losing my Language’ and uses this artistic expression as a means to provoke deep conversation on language, acceptance and vulnerability. This poem and the literary devices employed throughout the talk will demand that audience members be confronted with the reality of many migrants who are learning French for the first time in Montreal. All in all, this talk intends to leave spectators more introspective, more aware of the vulnerability involved in conversations and more confident in their voice. Ruchama Botat is a Cameroon-born, United States-raised raised and Canadian-educated immigrant. As a writer, poet and law school graduate, she is committed to using her education, words and artistry to speak for the voiceless and marginalized. 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