Thinh Mai

Athlete, Connector, Designer, Foodie, Project manager, Student, World traveler

I am a student from Ho Chi Minh City who is passionate about innovation, creativity, and the power of ideas to inspire change. I enjoy bringing people together and creating opportunities for meaningful conversations, especially around topics related to the future and the role young people play in shaping it.

I’m passionate about innovation, creativity, and the power of ideas to inspire meaningful change. I enjoy bringing people together, creating opportunities for collaboration, and building platforms where individuals can share perspectives that might otherwise go unheard. I am especially interested in conversations surrounding the future — including technology, education, sustainability, youth development, and the evolving role of creativity in society. I believe young people have an important role in shaping the future, and I am passionate about encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and community engagement among younger generations. Beyond academics, I enjoy working on projects that involve leadership, event organization, community-building, and creative problem-solving.

I believe that some of the most important ideas about the future are currently being discussed by young people, innovators, educators, and creators outside of traditional platforms. However, many of these conversations remain limited to small communities and rarely receive broader attention. An idea worth spreading is that the future is not something people simply wait for — it is something actively shaped by the decisions, creativity, and collaboration of individuals today. Whether in technology, education, sustainability, or culture, young people have the ability to contribute meaningful solutions and perspectives that can positively influence the future of their communities and society. Through TEDxHoChiMinhYouth, I hope to create a space where diverse ideas and voices can come together to inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and motivate action. I believe that creating more opportunities for open dialogue and idea-sharing among younger generations can help foster innovation, empathy, and long-term positive impact within Ho Chi Minh City and beyond.

Event Organization, Marketing, Public Speaking, Youth Leadership