What does it look like when a city becomes a laboratory for innovation? His Excellency Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future Foundation, explains why Dubai is cutting the bureaucratic red tape to experiment with big ideas in everything from AI and emerging…

What if one of life's biggest lessons comes with paws instead of words? This talk explores how caring for a pet can teach responsibility, empathy, and commitment in ways no classroom can. Vinshika Anora K believes that some of life's greatest lessons come…

What if every story you read changes the way you see the world? This talk explores the hidden power of storytelling and why reading can shape our imagination, empathy, and future. Arush Kashinath believes that every story has the power to inspire, teach,…

What if the smallest habit you build today could transform your future? This talk reveals how tiny daily actions create extraordinary results over time and why consistency matters more than perfection. Syeda Laiba Zubair believes that lasting success is built…

Una tromba d'aria può distruggere un palco.
Può portarsi via un festival, un sogno, un futuro immaginato per anni.
Ma a volte è proprio da lì che comincia la parte più importante della storia.

Sul palco, Giulio Xhaet racconta come - nel momento più buio…

What happens when you stop consuming ideas and start creating them? This talk explores why building something from scratch can transform the way we think, learn, and solve problems. Tasneem Patel believes that creating something—whether it's an idea, a project…

The skills people need are changing faster than the systems designed to develop them, and most responses add complexity rather than capacity. Drawing on a world-first national upskilling program and fresh research on AI in education, this talk offers three…

The pickleball court isn't just a place to play - it's a place where bridges are made. Betty Ng shares her experiences as a pickleball enthusiast, bringing this popular game to unexpected places. Betty Ng is a purpose-driven leader, social impact entrepreneur…

Human dignity is what makes us human — and it survives only when we choose to pause and see one another. The Honorable Deidra R. Moore, an elected judge in the Bronx NY, shares stories from the bench and what it means to choose dignity in every interaction.…

If humans remain human in war, it’s not a miracle - it’s institutional memory at work. In her talk "What Ukraine Teaches Us About Resilience" Dr. Vlasenko explores how institutions and humans cultivate resilience. Dr. Anastasiia Vlasenko is a Postdoctoral…

What happens when you go from front line amputee to Ironman finisher? You put your best foot forward! Eric McElvenny shares the four keys of resilience that allowed him to go from the frontlines serving in Afghanistan to finishing an Ironman under two years…

Feeling overwhelmed by money? Saving and investing can feel complex, but simple and unconventional solutions might be just what the next generation needs. Scott Yamamura explains personal finances and how to grow your money in a way anyone can understand!…

How do you find connection to the music of the past? Renaissance history comes alive in Monteverdi's L'Orfeo, one of history's first operas, in this heartfelt talk by high schooler Dylan Oh about the power of love. Dylan Oh is a student at Riverdale Country…

Raise your hand if you want a cookie! Stella Jaffe, a high schooler and baking enthusiast, explores why we love treats so much and the ripple effect of joy. Stella Jaffe is a high school student at Riverdale Country School with a passion for baking. She has…

In this talk, Eddie shares how he found the sense of community for both himself and his daughter through coaching jiu jitsu. Born and raised in Southern California, Eddie Wang has been living and working in Shanghai since 2006. Eddie Wang is a partner at…

You wash your hands after using the bathroom, before eating and when caring for someone who is sick. But what about the object you touch thousands of times a day?

After witnessing healthcare workers use smartphones during the births of both his children…

Can a five-minute walk change how you feel all day? Exercise scientist Keith Diaz shows how your body is built for the kind of movement that modern life has quietly erased — and suggests something refreshingly doable: making time for small doses of movement…

What if the circumstance that you think limits your life is actually the doorway to your greatest freedom? In this powerful mother–daughter talk, Jennifer and Kennedy Swann share how choosing courage over fear transformed their experience of navigating Kennedy's…

When is the last time you did absolutely nothing for 10 whole minutes? Not texting, talking or even thinking? Mindfulness expert Andy Puddicombe describes the transformative power of doing just that: Refreshing your mind for 10 minutes a day, simply by being…

Arriving in the devastated neighborhoods of Los Angeles after the 2025 Southern California wildfires, journalist Nonny de la Peña started scanning the remains — what firefighters called “Nuketown.” Beneath the rubble, her team uncovered a surprising range…