Is there a way to give back that benefits everyone? Citing the success of collective giving practices from around the world, philanthropic advisor Rebecca Darwent asks donors to let communities assess their own greatest needs,…
In an astonishing talk and tech demo, neurotechnologist Conor Russomanno shares his work building brain-computer interfaces that could enable us to control the external world with our minds. He discusses the quickly advancing possibilities of…
Why do we prioritize human rights over those of other species? Philosopher Peter Singer dives into what he calls “speciesism,” the root of the widely ignored mistreatment of animals around the world, from factory farms…
Filmmaker Sahar Zand vividly explores the ongoing struggle women face at the hands of Iranian morality police — like living as second-class citizens with no right to travel, divorce or wear their hair uncovered —…
Why is good news so rare? In a special broadcast from the TED stage, journalist Angus Hervey sheds light on some of the incredible progress humanity has made across environmental protection, public health and more…
Sheryl Lee Ralph is a force, delivering iconic performances both on stage and screen. But she didn’t always know if she’d make it big. In a lively talk sparkling with actionable advice, she shares how…
While studying inequality and social mobility, Richard Reeves made a surprising discovery: in some countries, like the US and UK, boys are drastically lagging behind girls across many academic measures. He explains why these struggles…
Do you feel overwhelmed by the complex issues facing our world, not to mention your own personal problems? Spirituality is the key to staying grounded and hopeful — even for skeptics, says actor and author…
Uninvited hair touching, an issue that primarily affects Black women and girls, is an invasion of personal space. To raise awareness of “hair attacks,” activist Mena Fombo started the “No, You Cannot Touch My Hair”…
“I think of legacy as the weaving together of our stories passed on as a whole,” says Haida storyteller Cohen Bradley. Highlighting the significance of potlatch ceremonies (or gift-giving feasts) and other Indigenous traditions of…