What makes Syrian history unique? This talk explores the patterns of cultural interaction and civilizational integration that have shaped Syrian society across time. By presenting history as a dynamic space of influence and exchange, it offers a fresh perspective on Syrian identity as a product of rich diversity that strengthens — rather than divides — unity.التاريخ السوري: تفاعل واندماج| عبد الكريم القادِري| تيداكس القصّاع صالون 28.06.2025ما الّذي يميّز التاريخ السوريّ؟ يستعرض الخِطاب ملامح التفاعل الثقافيّ والاندِماج الحَضاريّ الَّذي شكّل نسيج المُجتَمَع السوريّ عبرَ العُصور. من خلاِل قِراءة للتاريخ كَمَجال مَفتوح للتأثيرات واللَِقاءات، يُطرح منظور جَديد للهويّة السوريّة كَنِتاج لتعدُّديّة غَنيّة لا تَنفي الوحدة، بل تُعزّزها. - Researcher specializing in the history of Damascus - Winner of the Fakhri Al-Baroudi Award for Young Historians - Worked at the National Documentation Center (archive upload, analysis, and preservation project) - Licensed tour guide (English language) - Currently completing a Master's degree in Medieval History at the University of Damascus 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 think freely? In this eye-opening TEDx talk Miriam shares her powerful story of growing up in a world shaped by rigid ideology - where even wearing shorts or asking questions came at a cost. But when she finally broke free, she discovered something unexpected: dogmatic thinking exists everywhere, even in places that claim to value freedom and open-mindedness. To help others recognize the hidden forces that shape their thoughts, she introduces The SITT Test - a framework built on Social Pressure, Insularity, and Two-Dimensional Thought. Through personal experience and cultural insight, she challenges us all to ask: Are we truly thinking for ourselves—or simply absorbing what we’re told? Her message is a call to action: embrace the 3 Cs—Courage, Curiosity, and Compromise—and start sitting with ideas instead of silencing them. Miriam Haart stars in the award-nominated top 10 hit series, ‘My Unorthodox Life’ on Netflix. Miriam is a founder, software engineer and social influencer with more than 400K followers across her platforms, recently featured on Time Out Mag for her work. Her podcast, Faking It, has gained significant popularity. Her content involves female-tech leadership, LGBT rights , and Jewish and Middle Eastern Activism. Miriam was a lecturer and graduate in Computer Science from Stanford University. She taught a class on Virtual Reality Development. Miriam has built over 10 iOS apps, some of which she’s won awards for. Miriam is an iCenter Fellow Recipient in Middle Eastern Studies. As well as a recipient of the Z-Fellowship and the Tel Aviv Institute Fellowship. 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

Has the chance of failing ever stopped you? In this talk, Karla Singson shares her stories of failures and successes as a businesswoman. She goes over making successes starts small, with evidence of winning and taking steps after every failure. Success isn’t just for you, it also inspires more people to dream big and make it. She started writing for a youth column at a popular newspaper, teaching at her alma mater, and helped small businesses through her copywriting job at a local ad agency. Her outstanding business line and leadership led her to be a nominee at the 2018 Asia CEO Awards - Circle of Excellence. 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

Afro-Latin dancer Pleshette walks us through her journey to the world of Salsa dancing. She recounts the hardships that led her to the dance floor, her struggles learning dance as a plus-sized woman, and, ultimately, her sense of triumph throughout the experience. Pleshette began her Salsa journey in 2016 and has since immersed herself in Afro-Latin dance. She advocates for inclusive dance spaces as a plus-sized dancer and emphasizes the importance of adult hobbies. A Southside Chicago native, she is passionate about the connections between Afro-Latin and Afro-American music and dance. Through dance, she transforms the challenges of her 20s into a lifelong 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

The sheer amount of problems we face in our world today can seem overwhelming at times. Drawing on her experience in the non-profit sector, Bella stresses the importance of hope, and shares ways in which we might begin to approach these challenges. The first step, though often the hardest, is the most important. Bella is interested in how to communicate important ideas well, especially about how (& why) to do good. She's currently the Head of Marketing at 80,000 Hours, a nonprofit that aims to help people have a big, positive impact with their career. She's also worked in movement building, and was part of the co-founding team of the Global Challenges Project. She studied Classics & Philosophy at Oxford, with a particular focus on ethics. 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

-- Ancienne élève de l’Institut d’Etudes Politiques de Paris, de l’Ecole du Louvre et de l’Institut national du patrimoine, Anne Labourdette travaille aujourd’hui au département des Objets d’art du musée du Louvre. Elle s'occupe notamment de la question des œuvres d'art disparues pendant les guerres, dont une partie provient de spoliations intervenues en France pendant l’Occupation. Menant de véritables enquêtes dans les coulisses du musée, elle retrace leur histoire et leur disparition. Elle a reçu l’Ordre national du mérite pour ses travaux. 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