Moorea Friedmann, a class of 2026 student at Riverdale Country School, shares her experience in supporting young people who have been struggling with mental health. Through her podcast, she has helped thousands of young people feel safe and empowered. Moorea Friedmann is a teenage mental health advocate and podcast host committed to supporting others through vulnerability, compassion, and connection. Drawing from her personal experience with an eating disorder, Moorea launched her podcast to offer teens a raw and relatable space to explore topics like anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and the everyday challenges of growing up. Additionally, Moorea has hosted mental health events at Riverdale Country School to spark supportive conversations on wellness in her school community. Through honest conversations and meaningful dialogue, she fosters connection, healing, and hope, always reminding others that you are not alone. 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

How fashion can be a radical act of empowerment, especially for women who have long been overlooked—older, curvy, and confident African American women. Through powerful storytelling rooted in her 26-year journey as a Harlem-based entrepreneur, Jenkins illustrates how style isn’t just about appearance—it’s about affirmation, self-love, and walking in one’s purpose. She explores how fashion can fuel identity, confidence, and even economic opportunity, showing how personal transformation through dress often leads to professional and community growth. From dressing women for their dreams to building networks that uplift Black female entrepreneurs, Jenkins makes the case that when women look great, feel good, and are supported, they do good—for themselves, their families, and the future of their communities. Princess JenkinsVoted Crain's Magazine Small Business of the Year, named the Woman In Business Champion of the Year by the SBA , featured in the Museum of Finance on Wall Street exhibit on entrepreneurship, recipient of the Brookings Institute award of Urban retailing and the winner of Make Mind a Million. This energetic mother of one and wifeShe is the creative visionarybehind The Brownstone a Contemporary Lifestyle boutiques in Harlem. She credits her success to Love, Honesty and Trust.She loves what she does and the people she serves, she believes in a honesty days’ work and trust that GOD always has her back. 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

Threading her story through the theme of bridges, CBS News anchor Jessi Mitchell shares her journey to discover how storytelling can bridge the gaps of understanding between people in different demographics and communities, from growing up in the journalism industry to her hire as CBS's first dedicated community Multi-Skilled Journalist in the country, covering Harlem. She empowers others to discover how they can use their own skills and passions to bring a positive impact to their neighborhood. Jessi Mitchell is a multi-skilled journalist for CBS News New York, focusing on Harlem, and anchors the 8PM Atlanta Now News on Atlanta 69. She earned a national Emmy covering breaking stories including the Atlanta spa shootings, Nashville’s Christmas bombing, and the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. Jessi previously reported in Oklahoma City, Colorado Springs, and Columbus, Georgia, spotlighting underserved communities and survivors of domestic violence. A Los Angeles native raised in Atlanta, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Hampton University, where she captained the women’s golf team. Jessi is a member of SGI-USA, NABJ, Women in Golf Foundation, and the Hampton University Alumni Association. In 2023, she was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Hampton’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism. A proud sneakerhead and golfer, she also enjoys yoga and long walks with her dog, Scotty. 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

Márcia Siqueira subiu ao palco do TEDxAmazônia e, com sua voz potente e cheia de paixão, cantou os encantos e as belezas do Amazonas. Através das letras de suas músicas, ela trouxe a força cultural da região Norte e importantes mensagens sobre a preservação ambiental. Acompanhada pela Orquestra de Câmara do Amazonas - OCA, sob a regência de Marcelo de Jesus, a artista emocionou a plateia com uma apresentação arrebatadora.Amazônia (Rui Machado /Inaldo Medeiros) Lamento de raça (Emerson Maia) Amazonas meu amor (Chico da Silva) Márcia Siqueira é uma das vozes mais emblemáticas da música amazonense. Com mais de 38 anos de carreira, ela tem encantado o público com sua voz potente e interpretações vibrantes do folclore amazônico. Como levantadora oficial do Boi Garantido, Márcia é um ícone do Festival de Parintins, unindo tradição e inovação em suas apresentações. Sua música é um hino à Amazônia, celebrando a rica cultura e a beleza da floresta. 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 this inspiring TEDx talk, Olympic equestrian Noor Slaoui shares her unconventional journey from mule rides in the Atlas Mountains to the world stage of elite sport. Starting late in a competitive field, she overcame financial hurdles, relentless self-doubt, and a devastating injury just weeks before the Olympics. Through grit, passion, and the support of a dedicated team, she found her own path to success, proving that timelines don’t define dreams. This is a story of resilience, the power of visualisation, and the courage to chase your goals no matter where you begin. Noor Slaoui is a Moroccan Equestrian athlete, Olympian and trailblazer in the sport of Three Day Eventing. A graduate of the University of Warwick, where she studied Politics and International relations, Noor is the first rider from Middle East and North Africa to represent the region in Eventing at the Olympics, competing at Paris 2024. Her equestrian journey began unconventionally - riding mules through the rugged Atlas mountains of Morocco at the age of four. This unique start nurtured her deep connections with equines and the outdoors, eventually leading her to pursue a professional career in eventing. Fuelled with passion and determination, Noor balances the challenges of International competition with her mission to inspire young athletes, especially those from under represented regions. 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 does it really mean to "be yourself" when you're still figuring out who that even is? In this moving and introspective TEDx talk, Nikita Asnani, the speaker, takes us through her deeply personal journey of navigating identity, mental health, and self-expression while moving from Dubai to the UK for university. Through stories of self-doubt, culture shock, and creative awakening, she explores how feeling psychologically safe, not just physically secure, was the key to unlocking her authenticity and creativity.From battling the noise of internalised expectations to writing her first children's book, this talk unpacks how intuition, vulnerability, and true self-acceptance can be radical acts of courage. A compelling reminder that authenticity isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about giving yourself permission to ask the right questions. Nikita Asnani is a design thinking researcher, facilitator, and children's book author based in London, originally from Dubai. With a deep passion for creativity, inclusion, and sustainability, Nikita uses storytelling to explore these themes in fun, accessible ways. She believes in the power of young minds to think creatively and approach problem-solving with confidence. Through her work, Nikita inspires both children and adults to embrace their ideas and find joy in creative exploration, regardless of size or complexity. 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