TEDxSafa Community College Youth

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

• Aashi Heda

  Year 9 Student

  Aashi, 13, is a curious and creative student passionate about art, architecture, and design. Aashi enjoys exploring how people and ideas have evolved over time. Constantly seeking opportunities to grow and learn, she brings a thoughtful and imaginative perspective to everything she does.

• Abbas Alidina

  Year 9 Student

  Abbas, 14, from Mombasa, Kenya, is passionate about learning, adventure, and the performing arts. For Abbas, performing arts are more than just being on stage, they’re about expression, teamwork, and creativity. He believes they help people grow, build confidence, and discover their true voice while bringing meaning and connection to the world.

• Aurelia Capocelli

  Year 10 student

  Aurelia, 15, is passionate about girls’ education and youth empowerment. Having studied in six schools across five countries, she brings a global outlook to learning and equity. Through TEDx, she aims to amplify young voices, inspire change, and strengthen her public speaking skills.

• Benedict Hammond

  Year 12 Student

  Ben, a Year 12 humanities student and a member of the executive student leadership team is passionate about New Zealand history and challenging misconceptions about the humanities. A former award-winning MUN participant, he believes true intelligence isn’t measured in megabytes per second.

• Elina Abdulwahid

  Year 7 Student

  Elina, 11, is inspired by the powerful role PR plays in shaping public perception and driving positive social change, especially in areas like technology and community impact. With a mature perspective and a heart for influence, Elina aspires to one day help create meaningful conversations that make the world a better place.

• Elsie Atack

  Year 7 Student

  Elsie is a passionate and thoughtful student who cares deeply about the planet. With a love for theatre and reading, she explores environmental issues like rising sea levels, focusing on the vulnerable island nation of Tuvalu. Having witnessed environmental impacts firsthand, including seeing a glacier up close, she hopes to raise awareness and inspire others to take action to protect our world.

• Fawaz Alshalabi

  Year 7 Student

  Fawaz, 12, from Jordan, is a curious and creative student passionate about learning, sustainability, and sharing ideas. A World Scholars Cup participant fluent in 3 languages, he loves reading, writing, and public speaking and hopes to inspire others through TEDx.

• Ghita Bentaleb

  Year 7 Student

  Ghita is a determined young leader who believes age never limits the power to inspire. She believes that true leadership isn’t defined by titles, but by qualities like empathy, resilience, and the courage to take action. In her TEDx Talk, she encourages others to see their potential and spark change through small actions.

• Giacomo Capocelli

  Year 8 Student

  Giacomo, a Year 8 student, is passionate about ethics, technology, and global issues like AI accountability and climate change. Through public speaking and debates, he shares thoughtful insights and sparks meaningful conversations.

• Haya Judeh

  Year 7 Student

  Haya, 11, is a young Kidpreneur who turned her passion for fashion into a thriving venture. Her handmade scrunchies and flower brooches sold out in two weeks, inspiring others to pursue their dreams and prove that age is no limit to setting up your own business.

• Isabella Kane

  Year 12 Student

  Isabella, a Year 12 student from Ireland, is passionate about media and communication. She is particularly drawn to how digital platforms like Google are not replacing journalism, but reshaping it, offering new and dynamic ways to inform and connect with wider audiences.

• Luciana Baasch Geretti

  Year 7 Student

  Luciana, 12, is a confident and compassionate student, who has performed at Dubai Opera three times. There she’s grown in confidence and aims to use her TEDx Talk to inspire positivity and care for others and the environment. She brings genuine enthusiasm to everything she does, especially school. Now, she's excited to take another brave step forward by sharing her voice on the TEDx stage.

• Maia Kaushal

  Year 12 Student

  Maia, a Year 12 student passionate about science and speed, is fascinated by how chemistry, physics, and mathematics explain the world around us. A devoted Formula 1 enthusiast, she hopes to combine her love for chemistry and motorsport to drive innovation and push the boundaries of racing technology.

• Nishuka Balasuriya

  Year 7 Student

  Nishuka, 11, from Sri Lanka, is a published child author who advocates for equal access to learning. Passionate about giving every child the chance to succeed, he uses his voice to raise awareness and inspire others to see education as a force for change.

• Noura Abdrabbou

  Year 12 Student

  Noura, an A-Level student and aspiring lawyer, believes uncertainty fuels growth and discovery. In her TEDx Talk, she shares how embracing the unknown led her to law and encourages others to see uncertainty as the start of something extraordinary.

• Riti Heda

  Year 11 Student

  Riti, a Year 11 student, approaches everything with curiosity and dedication. She describes herself as someone who values effort over attention and substance over show, bringing depth, curiosity, and quiet determination to every journey she takes.

• Sophia Coetzee

  Year 8 Student

  Sophia, 13, values how sports have helped shape her character, building teamwork, discipline, and resilience along the way. She’s excited to share why sports are such an important part of her life and hopes to inspire others to appreciate the powerful role they can play in shaping confident, well-rounded individuals.

• Ziah Badami

  Year 12 Student

  Ziah is a creative student and mental health advocate dedicated to supporting others’ emotional well-being and self-esteem. Inspired by her own experiences, she uses art, media, and fashion as outlets for expression and aims to inspire others to embrace their struggles and lead with kindness.

• Zoya Rahman

  Year 8 Student

  Zoya, 13, from India, is a talented student in Dubai who loves sports, music, public speaking and debating. She is always eager to express ideas and engage in meaningful conversations. With a bold voice and a wide range of interests, she brings energy, curiosity, and confidence to every stage she steps on.