After struggling with an eating disorder and a desire to feel empty, Ina shares how the medical world gave her a new lease on life and a new language to express herself, inspiring her to become a doctor. Ina Silva Rodriguez is an alumna of Colegio Maya de Guatemala. 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 happens when your own body turns against you? Alexa shares her journey with POTS, a chronic illness that leaves her fighting dizziness, brain fog, and exhaustion while trying to keep up with school and life. Blending her story with research and statistics, she reveals the hidden reality of chronic illness and the strength it takes to keep moving forward. Alexa Benavente is a resilient 10th grader driven by a passion for self-growth. Alexa’s story reflects perseverance, adaptability, and the belief that setbacks can become stepping stones toward greater purpose. At just 15, she has faced the challenges of chronic illness. Her journey has taught her that strength is not only individual but also shared, even though it may seem like a lonely process. 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 Fashioning Memories, architect and designer Josh Jen reconsiders where architecture begins. Instead of drawing solely from land, climate, or form, he looks to fashion as a source of spatial understanding. Across cultures, garments carry patterns, proportions, and craftsmanship that express how people live, move, and belong. These details can become the foundation for a new architectural vocabulary that is both local and universal.By examining fashion as a record of memory and identity, Josh proposes a framework where design draws from cultural expression rather than imitation. This approach creates buildings that speak the language of their communities, shaped not only by material or technology but by the histories woven into the clothes people wear. Fashioning Memories invites us to see fashion as a living archive for architecture, offering a more human and contextually grounded way to design the spaces we inhabit. Josh Jen is a London-based architect, artist, and designer whose work bridges architecture, fashion, and cultural identity. Through exhibitions, digital design, and research-led installations, Josh explores how garments can shape new architectural vocabularies that are locally grounded and globally relevant. His collaborations with CLO 3D and Pantone have been exhibited internationally, showcasing how digital tools can translate cultural narratives into spatial form. 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

Rob Scotland returns to the TEDx stage nine years after his 2015 talk about raising a generation to save the world, only to discover he got almost everything spectacularly wrong. His original talk focused on teaching young people to accept limitations and work within constraints. But Generation Alpha, the cohort now aged 8-16, simply doesn't recognise that limitations exist in the first place.Through the story of his son, Mylo—6 years old during that first talk, now 16—Scotland reveals what he missed as a cultural anthropologist: we're not witnessing adaptation to change. We're witnessing the death of impossibility itself. This generation earns billions in creator economies, teaches adults technology that didn't exist last year, and collaborates with AI the way previous generations used libraries. The difference? They never learned to say "that's impossible." The real pattern isn't about technology adoption—it's about belief systems. When you grow up never hearing "you can't," impossibility stops being a concept. It becomes just "the thing nobody's tried yet."This matters because we're making educational, corporate, and policy decisions based on assumptions about limitations that an entire generation has already rejected. What happens when the people designing our future fundamentally disagree about what's possible? Rob Scotland is Head of Brand Marketing at Veo, a cutting-edge sports-tech startup. With over a decade of experience in brand strategy, he has collaborated with top advertising agencies and global giants—crafting breakthrough campaigns for Ferrari F1, Nike, Xbox, and Microsoft. Based in Copenhagen with operations spanning the UK and USA, Rob brings a sharp strategic edge to every project. Previously, he honed his expertise as Director of Consumer Insight at Pandora, shaping brand narratives that resonate worldwide. 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

Em “Era uma vez, um futuro possível”, a jornalista Letícia Vidica convida o público a refletir sobre o poder das narrativas que moldam quem somos — e quem podemos ser. Com quase duas décadas de experiência em grandes emissoras, Letícia compartilha sua trajetória marcada pela busca por representatividade e pela criação de espaços onde vozes diversas possam ecoar. Em um talk inspirador, ela mostra que contar histórias não é apenas relatar fatos — é também imaginar futuros mais justos, inclusivos e possíveis. Letícia Vidica é repórter das super manhãs da Rede Globo, jornalista com quase 20 anos de experiência em veículos de grande relevância como TV Globo, SBT, Redetv e CNN Brasil. Co-Fundadora do coletivo "Herdeiras de Glória Maria", que reúne jornalistas pretas, Letícia é também colunista do site Mina Bem Estar. Idealizadora do projeto de diversidade "CNN Plural," ela foi responsável pela sua gestão estratégica e editorial, além de apresentar o projeto em todas as plataformas da CNN Brasil. Ao longo de sua carreira, esteve à frente de quadros como "Vozes Pretas" e "CNN Nosso Mundo" e atuou como comentarista no programa "Popverso CNN."Além de sua atuação como repórter e apresentadora, Letícia é autora do livro "Mulheres Solteiras Não São de Marte" e co-autora de "Maria: A Glória do Brasil," uma homenagem à jornalista Glória Maria. Palestrante, mediadora e mestre de cerimônias, Letícia destaca-se por seu trabalho na promoção da diversidade e inclusão. 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

Is divorce always the end of a family? Ivanna flips the narrative, showing how separation can create healthier homes, protect children from toxic conflict, and model self-respect. Her story reminds us that divorce can mean freedom, healing, and finally being able to exhale. Ivanna Marti is a dedicated and passionate student who values hard work, creativity, and faith. Born to Dominican and Swiss parents, she has lived most of her life in Guatemala, where she has embraced cultural diversity and community values. Ivanna loves dance, fashion design, and interior design, as they allow her to express her creativity. Having experienced divorce at a young age, she chose to speak about it to raise awareness and support others going through similar challenges. Guided by her strong values, Ivanna embodies school spirit and is always willing to help and uplift those around her. 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