Many companies face accusations of greenwashing and public distrust due to revised CO₂ goals or a lack of goal-setting. Dr. Jilde Garst addresses why firms fail to achieve environmental and

Many companies face accusations of greenwashing and public distrust due to revised CO₂ goals or a lack of goal-setting. Dr. Jilde Garst addresses why firms fail to achieve environmental and social targets, exploring how to set ambitious, measurable, and adaptable goals.

An Assistant Professor at Wageningen University & Research, Dr. Garst's research focuses on organizational values and standards for corporate behavior. Her work on "values-sensitive absorptive capacity" and "double materiality" has been published in prestigious journals like *California Management Review*, with one article nominated for a 2023 best paper award.

This discussion was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more here.

Karen Colbert's talk challenges AI's neutrality, revealing how systems reproduce historical inequities due to incomplete data and narrow assumptions. Drawing on her experience, she reframes the

Karen Colbert's talk challenges AI's neutrality, revealing how systems reproduce historical inequities due to incomplete data and narrow assumptions. Drawing on her experience, she reframes the discussion, empowering audiences to shape AI for expanded opportunity rather than reinforced barriers. As a data scientist, education strategist, and national advocate, Colbert champions culturally grounded STEM and AI education.

She chairs the General Education Department at Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College, advancing literacy for Indigenous and adult reentry learners. An RStudio Scholar and a leader among Tribal Colleges, Colbert spearheads national efforts to reimagine STEM and AI through Indigenous frameworks, promoting cultural integrity and digital sovereignty. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on WhatsApp and Telegram. His talk offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Drawing from his experience building AI tools and founding Toko Academy, Daniel demonstrates how passion, resilience, and strategic AI use can bridge the gap between problem identification and scalable solutions. He emphasizes human-centered innovation, inspiring progress as the Lead Organizer of TEDxYola 2025.

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This talk explores how personal disruptions, or “glitches,” become powerful inflection points within supportive communities. After losing her job as an immigrant in Germany, Kseniia faced

This talk explores how personal disruptions, or “glitches,” become powerful inflection points within supportive communities. After losing her job as an immigrant in Germany, Kseniia faced financial uncertainty and an identity crisis. Engaging with women in her community transformed her perceived failure into reinvention.

This revealed women’s communities are vital catalysts. Kseniia connects her story to research on systemic barriers for highly skilled immigrant women, showing how trusted networks foster confidence and collective power. She founded Europe's largest Russian-speaking women's community (1,500+ members), empowering women as an entrepreneur.

Kseniia speaks on women’s leadership and collective transformation. This TEDx talk is available at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The talk "Women and Educational Expression" confronts a quiet crisis in education: the expectation for women to remain calm. This often leads to emotional suppression, disguised as

The talk "Women and Educational Expression" confronts a quiet crisis in education: the expectation for women to remain calm. This often leads to emotional suppression, disguised as professionalism, where women are pressured to "keep the peace" or "not overreact." Such a culture silences authentic expression.

Presented at a TEDx event, this talk, featuring Ashley's theme, aims to unlearn this suppressive calm. Its goal is to empower women and cultivate a generation of emotionally whole students. Learn more about TEDx events here.

Pankti Pandey challenges our perception of sustainability, arguing it's less about eco-products and more about our lifestyle choices. She reveals the disconnect between modern "green" ideals and

Pankti Pandey challenges our perception of sustainability, arguing it's less about eco-products and more about our lifestyle choices. She reveals the disconnect between modern "green" ideals and our daily behaviors, such as food waste and overconsumption, which significantly drive climate change.

Drawing inspiration from earlier generations' values of reuse, repair, and contentment, Pandey advocates for a shift in mindset. She asserts that true sustainability is a practice, not a purchase, requiring mindful consumption and everyday behavioral changes to tackle climate challenges. This TEDx talk invites us to rethink our approach. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Astronomer Wendy Freedman, a University Professor at the University of Chicago, discusses humanity's quest to measure the expanding universe. She highlights the "Hubble Tension"—a scientific

Astronomer Wendy Freedman, a University Professor at the University of Chicago, discusses humanity's quest to measure the expanding universe. She highlights the "Hubble Tension"—a scientific mystery where cosmic expansion rate measurements don't match. Freedman explains how the James Webb Space Telescope is achieving unprecedented accuracy, suggesting this conflict may signal new physics. Her work inspires future generations to pursue revolutionary cosmic discoveries.

A trailblazer in observational cosmology, Professor Freedman previously directed the Carnegie Observatories and chaired the Giant Magellan Telescope project. Named one of TIME100's most influential people in 2025, she currently leads a James Webb Space Telescope program. This TEDx talk is available at ted.com/tedx.

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living, communicating systems humanity has failed to understand. He challenges conventional views of deforestation, highlighting its profound impact on

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living, communicating systems humanity has failed to understand. He challenges conventional views of deforestation, highlighting its profound impact on ecosystems, climate, and human survival. Jumbo introduces Reforest AI as a technological solution to help us better comprehend nature, fostering collaboration rather than control. His message urges a critical shift in perspective: recognizing forests as vital partners for our future and questioning if we are finally ready to listen.

An Embedded Systems Engineer, Lesley John Jumbo founded ReforestAI, an AI hardware solution combating deforestation and climate change. His work, rooted in robotics and IoT, focuses on deploying impactful technologies that address urgent environmental challenges. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Climate change not only destroys land but also erases cultures, identities, and ways of knowing. In this talk, Riley Devereaux explains how rising seas and climate displacement inflict cultural

Climate change not only destroys land but also erases cultures, identities, and ways of knowing. In this talk, Riley Devereaux explains how rising seas and climate displacement inflict cultural and epistemic violence on Indigenous communities, such as those in Tuvalu. Riley argues that climate action must be recognized as a human rights responsibility, not just an environmental concern.

Riley Devereaux, a senior at Battlefield High School, is a passionate advocate for politics and civic engagement, holding numerous leadership positions. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, educating the community on these critical issues. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

This talk redefines sustainability, moving beyond grand strategies to focus on reimagining how we live, innovate, and connect with nature. It explores how stories, small decisions, and local

This talk redefines sustainability, moving beyond grand strategies to focus on reimagining how we live, innovate, and connect with nature. It explores how stories, small decisions, and local solutions—blending technology, ecology, and human creativity—can transform sustainability from a challenge into a flourishing future.

Eliav Alaluf brings over 25 years of experience in marketing and storytelling, having advised more than 100 global brands. He is a co-founder of the $50 million venture capital fund Follow[the]Seed and author of three books on market trends and consumer psychology. This TEDx talk offers actionable insights. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.