What if the biggest changes in your life weren’t the ones you remember? In fact, your brain never stops changing - every thought and challenge is silently rewiring your brain - thanks to neuroplasticity. In this talk, Zhanel explains why feeling “stuck” is a sign of hidden transformation and reminds that even in your quietest moments, you’re evolving.Zhanel is a grade nine student originally from Kazakhstan. Recently, she has been very curious about what’s going on inside our heads - literally. So in her first TEDxYouth talk, she explores neuroplasticity, or rather how small, invisible moments, instead of one big event, create real change in our minds. Zhanel hopes to help people understand their minds, and the invisible changes that shape us everyday. By connecting this idea to the event’s theme, Turning Point, she indicates that change is not always something we consciously decide to do, and it can happen without us realizing it. When not diving into neuroscience, Zhanel enjoys playing video games, hanging out with friends and family, participating in MUN and debate, playing tennis, and reading books. 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

Samuel talks about Design as Defiance. Outlining how he has defied the odds with design as his main tool. Samuel Allotey is a self-taught designer and co-founder of thedsgnjunkies, a creative movement reshaping how design is taught, shared, and experienced across Ghana. He’s led national initiatives that reach thousands of people, including the Design Your Greatness Campus Tour and FiDCon, Ghana’s largest design conference. Without a university degree, Samuel built his career through curiosity, community, and conviction, proving that great ideas don’t always follow traditional paths. His work sits at the intersection of creativity and purpose, empowering young people to design their own future with boldness, heart, and human-centered thinking. 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

Yapay zeka olarak adlandırdığımız sistemler tam olarak nasıl çalışıyor? Bu konuşma sizlere yeni çıkan sohbet botlarını ya da görsel oluşturma araçlarını nasıl kullanacağınızı değil, yapay zekanın "ne" olduğunu anlatacak. Denizli’de doğan Emre Dinç, lisans eğitimini Türkiye’de Matematik Öğretmenliği alanında tamamladı. Eğitim Teknolojileri üzerine yüksek lisansını ABD’deki University of Delaware’de, doktorasını ise Penn State University’de programlama eğitimi, matematiksel düşünme ve akıl yürütme (reasoning) konularında yaptı. Akademik kariyeri boyunca STEM eğitimi, yapay zekâ, bilgiişlemsel düşünme, programlama ve robotik alanlarında çalıştı. Doktora eğitimi süresince ABD’de NSF ve NASA destekli projelerde yer aldı. ABD’de ve Türkiye’de çeşitli araştırma projeleri yürüttü; birçok akademik yayına imza attı. Hâlen Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Millî Eğitim Bakanlığı’nda Millî Eğitim Uzmanı olarak görev yapmakta; bunun yanı sıra gençlerle yürütülen yapay zekâ odaklı projelerde gönüllü danışmanlık yapmaktadır. Bilgiye erişimin demokratikleşmesi ve teknolojinin insan odaklı kullanımı üzerine çalışmalarını sürdürmektedir. 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

Pensa agli ultimi giorni e ai diversi piaceri che hai provato. Quali sensi si sono attivati nel darti piacere? Violeta Benini è una donna AuDHD+ e PAS (persona altamente sensibile). E’ un'ostetrica, libera professionista e divulgatrice scientifica, nota per la sua attività di divulgazione sui social media. È stata pioniera in Italia nell'affrontare le disfunzioni sessuali non correlate al parto e alla menopausa, così come le disfunzioni orgasmiche relative al perineo. Affronta il tema della sessualità consapevole con grande disinvoltura e senza giudizio, utilizzando una comunicazione chiara ed efficace 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 thought-provoking TEDx talk, Mohaimin Patwary Author and finance & strategy manager, breaks down the fascinating world of Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and blockchain technology.From the origins of Bitcoin to the future of decentralized finance, Mohaimin offers a clear and insightful roadmap into how blockchain is reshaping the financial world. Whether you're a curious beginner or a finance enthusiast, this talk will help you understand:✅ What is cryptocurrency? ✅ How does blockchain work? ✅ Why does Bitcoin matter in today’s economy?? Join us as we decode the digital revolution and explore the Voice of Today, Vision of Tomorrow. Mohaimin Patwari is a Bangladeshi economic analyst, researcher, and author, celebrated for advancing financial education in Bengali. Known for simplifying complex economic concepts, he has authored best-sellers like গল্পে গল্পে অর্থনীতি and ডলারের খেলা ও রাষ্ট্রের দেউলিয়াত্বের রহস্য, focusing on banking, financial markets, and global economies.An alumnus of the IBA, University of Dhaka, Mohaimin pursued a dual master's in finance and economics at the Norwegian School of Economics and the University of Mannheim. A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), he completed all levels within three years. Beyond writing, he engages audiences through blogs, social media, and YouTube, promoting financial literacy and economic awareness.At TEDx University of Barishal, Mohaimin aims to inspire future changemakers with his profound insights into economic systems and global financial trends. 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 photo filters to plastic surgery, today’s beauty standards are more manufactured than ever - and the pressure to conform starts from a young age. Esther shares her journey through insecurity and explores the unseen harm of idealized images on social media, as well as the global impact of Western beauty ideals. Through this talk, she invites us to reject perfection and embrace our bodies “the way they were made for the job they are meant to do”.Esther is a grade 9 student who spends her free time reading, playing volleyball, crocheting, and baking. She was born to an American father and Polish mother, and has lived in both the United States and Poland, but also in France and now in Uzbekistan. Living in such environments provided Esther with wide cultural and societal experiences, which have shaped her perspectives and interests. In her first TEDxYouth talk, Esther is interested in expressing her ideas through public speaking and using her voice to question and raise awareness of beauty standards and the effect they can have on young girls, therefore calling for change. 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