Past TEDx event
TEDxTbilisi Green School Youth
Voices of Change
Speakers
Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.
Alexander Korkelia
Student
Alexander aka Sandro is an 18-year-old student at Green School. For the past eight years, he has navigated the streets of Tbilisi on a skateboard and behind a camera, documenting the lives and stories of Georgian youth. Sandro enjoys exploring new cities, meeting people from all walks of life, and learning from every conversation he has. He believes that young people have far more to offer than the world expects from them, and that great ideas can come from anywhere. Sandro hopes that one day, more young Georgians will feel confident enough to share their voices and shape the world around them.
Ana Macharashvili
Student
Ana is 14 years old. She is an extrovert who loves communicating with people. Her desire is to learn as much as she can, and she is interested in a wide range of topics, including cultures, languages, math, science, and more. She is passionate about music, believing it to be magical and capable of making you feel as if you are out of this world. Ana loves everything related to art. She is determined and goal-oriented; whatever she commits to, she strives to achieve. Ana never gives up. She is extremely grateful for everything she has and believes the world has given her many opportunities that she is able to embrace.
Ana Nikolaishvili
Student
This is Ana, a 14-year-old student with a creative spirit and abundant energy. For her, drawing is not just a hobby—it is a way to express feelings that are sometimes difficult to put into words. However, her world extends beyond drawing; music, dancing, spending time with friends, and Formula 1 all add a special kind of energy to her daily life. Ana describes herself as empathetic, responsible, and fair. She is not someone who merely observes—she takes action, shares her opinions, and strives to create change. This is precisely why she is actively involved in school life and is a dedicated member of the eco-club. In addition to these qualities, Ana is warm, caring, and sincere—a person who seeks not only her own success but also the happiness of others. Her goal is simple yet powerful: to bring positivity into the world and demonstrate that one person’s words and energy can achieve far more than we imagine.
Anano Alibegashvili
Student
Anano Alibegashvili is a 16-year-old student passionate about psychology, business, and social impact. Through volunteering and writing, Anano explores how ideas can influence people and create meaningful change. Curious and driven, Anano is especially interested in understanding human behavior and using that knowledge to make a difference in communities. As a TEDx Youth speaker, Anano brings a fresh perspective and a strong commitment to inspiring others to think differently and take action.
Anastasia Alania
Student
Anastasia is a teenage girl studying in Green School. She mostly spends her time listening to music and reading informative books. She encourages people to be themselves and to believe that their voice always matters. Anastasia strongly believes that Law and Diplomacy are the only realistic solutions to achieve world peace and stability. She also believes that encouraging youth to take part in educational activities is the way to spread awareness. Anastasia hopes that one day more young people will interact with diplomatic ways and educational activities to change the world to a friendly peaceful place.
Annika Koberidze
Student
Annika is a 15-year-old student at Tbilisi Green School, Dighomi Massive campus. She is very creative and smart. She enjoys listening to music, making art, and spending time with her friends. She likes to think outside the box and believes that people should look beyond stereotypes and expectations to be themselves. Annika wants to inspire others to make a change and express their opinions no matter how much judgment they may receive in return. She believes that individuality is a very important virtue.
Daria Buidze
Student
Daria is a 15-year-old student at Green School. She enjoys watching movies and spending time with her friends and family. She tries her best to be a good student. She is adventurous and enjoys embracing other cultures. Daria believes that Earth is special with different people and unique qualities. She thinks people hold the ability to change the world for the better.
Davit Kenkadze
Student
Davit Kenkadze is an 11th-grade student at Green School. He is passionate about global issues, communication, and public speaking, with a strong interest in understanding how people and ideas shape the world. Davit has been actively involved in international environments, gaining experience in teamwork, organization, and collaboration. He enjoys exploring different perspectives and cultures. Through his activities, he aims to better understand human connections and contribute to meaningful conversations about society and change. He is particularly interested in using communication as a tool to draw attention to overlooked perspectives.
Elene Abuladze
Student
Elene Abuladze is a 15-year-old student at Green School. From a young age, she has believed that education and personal development are the keys to success. She is hardworking and motivated, doing her best to achieve her goals and become a successful neuroscientist. Elene strives to use her time productively. She enjoys reading, writing, and dreams of becoming a well-known author in the future. Additionally, she has started volunteering, which helps her develop new skills and gain valuable experience. She believes that teenagers should use their time productively, so she participates in various projects and workshops. Elene enjoys communicating with people and discussing interesting topics. She believes that meeting new people and discovering new interests are essential for personal growth.
Elene Ioseliani
Student
Elene is a 16-year-old student at Green School. She enjoys spending time with her friends, walking through the streets of Tbilisi, exploring new places, and listening to music. She believes that more students her age should take their studies seriously, as these years have a significant impact on the rest of our lives. At the same time, Elene feels that teenagers’ lives should not revolve entirely around school. She believes it is equally important to maintain a strong social life - having fun, pursuing hobbies, trying new experiences, and building meaningful friendships while growing and discovering who they are.
Elene Lagvilava
Student
Elene is someone who experiences life through questions rather than answers. She often reflects on identity, perception, and loves adapting to new challenges while observing the quiet ways people change without noticing. Instead of accepting things as they are, she dives into the depth of ideas, seeking to understand the full meaning behind them. She believes in exploring life, finding herself, and making every journey impactful, interesting, and memorable. She believes she's capable of creating change, not just in the world around her, but in the way people think, feel, and see themselves, because for her, diversity is one of the most powerful forces for growth.
Elizabed Gabechava
Student
Elizabed is a senior at Green School Digomi with a strong interest in film, singing, and poetry. Throughout her teenage years, she has faced and overcome various challenges, gaining valuable, life-changing experiences that have influenced her personal growth and future aspirations. These experiences have fostered resilience, determination, and a deep sense of purpose. Motivated by a desire to advocate for others and create meaningful impact, Elizabed plans to pursue a career in law. She is committed to using her voice to support and empower individuals, with the goal of contributing to positive change in her community and beyond.
Ilia Darsalia
Student
Ilia is a 15-year-old student who is curious and open-minded. He enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with friends. These activities inspire his thoughts and help him see the world in different ways. Ilia believes that individuality is important and that people should not be afraid to express themselves. He values creativity and sees it as a powerful way to share ideas and emotions. He also respects diversity and hopes that more people will accept differences and work together to create a more understanding and positive world.
Lizi Onezashvili
Student
Lizi is a 16-year-old student at Green School. She enjoys playing the piano, following European football, learning new languages, and exploring different perspectives through culture. She is equally interested in technology - coding, building projects, and exploring how ideas can become real-world solutions. Lizi believes that creativity, curiosity, and connection help young people better understand themselves and the world around them, and she hopes that, by sharing her ideas, more people will feel empowered to live authentically, take pressure off themselves, and redefine success on their own terms.
Mariam Japaridze
Student
Mariam Japaridze is a 15 year old ninth grade student at Green School.She enjoys dancing ,listening to music , and watching movies that inspire her.She also has a passion for writing stories and using them as a way to express her thoughts.Mariam believes in the importance of personal growth and continuously working on oneself. She values individuality and believes people should stay true to who they are, without being influenced by others opinions. She hopes to keep growing and expressing herself in her own way.
Mariam Kasradze
Student
Mariam is a 15 years old teenager who likes literature, music and the Georgian dance. When she is not practicing with her choir , she is often lost in a good book. For Mariam, singing is a powerful language. She finds true joy in the way voices bland to create something unique. Wether she is performing a traditional folk melody or exploring new stories, she believes that every song, book and meaningful conversation opportunity to see the world through a different lens.
Mariam Kopeikin
Student
Mariam is a 14 year-old student at Green School. She enjoys listening to music, spending time with friends, travelling and is a huge film-lover. She's really set on her goals and dreams which motivates her to use every opportunity she gets to move one step closer to succeeding. She believes strongly in being kind and understanding to everyone and loves getting to know peoples true selves. she believes she has an ability of truly understanding peoples thoughts and desires and hopes to be seen as a reliable understanding comfort person, but mostly, she hopes to achieve her goals and make the world a better place by influencing and pushing others to be their best selves.
Mia Zakharova-Oganezova
Student
Mia is a high school student who greatly enjoys creating art, crafting, and playing instruments. Her goal is to study in Italy and become a professional artist. She enjoys spending time with friends while doing sports activities; however, she also appreciates calm moments. She likes traveling and tries to capture as many moments as she can in each country she visits. It broadens her worldview, gives her inspiration, and deepens her interest in different cultures.
Nikolozi Chikovani
Student
Niko is a 15-year-old student at Green School with a strong passion for personal growth and connection. He enjoys staying active through sports and working out, finding discipline and motivation in physical challenges. His favorite subject is history, where he enjoys learning about people, ideas, and events that shaped the world. In his free time, he listens to music and spends quality time with friends. He believes balance, curiosity, and strong relationships help people grow and hopes to inspire others to stay active, keep learning and pursue their interests with confidence and determination.
Olgha Gagua
Student
Olgha is a 14-year-old student at Green School. She loves music, theatre, movies, books, writing, her friends, and the simple fact that she’s alive. Guided by the idea of carpe diem, she tries to seize every moment and express herself creatively whenever she can. Olgha hopes to become an actress one day, as she believes that “life without art is just… eh.” She also believes that “art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.” In her opinion, there is no better way to express truth in a world full of lies. She hopes that, in the future, art and artists will be more appreciated—because without art, Earth would just be a rock.
Saba Beglarashvili
Student
Saba is a 10th-grade student at Green School. He is an active volunteer who enjoys spending time with friends and watching movies. He strongly believes that sharing education and knowledge is something everyone should prioritize, considering it one of the most important responsibilities in society. Saba also sees self-expression as a unique form of art and believes that showing your true self is one of life’s greatest achievements. He is always keen on learning new things, improving his skills, and making a positive impact on the people around him.
Saba Chochia
Student
Saba is a 15-year-old student with a strong passion for learning, especially in technical subjects. He enjoys playing sports, cooking, and exploring new ideas. In his free time, he values both creativity and discipline, balancing intellectual curiosity with active hobbies. Saba believes that the world is full of unknown possibilities, and because of that, we should never miss the chance to study what is already known. He sees education as the foundation for solving any problem and improving the future. Through his perspective, he encourages others to stay curious, keep learning, and use knowledge as a tool for growth and change.
Sophia Gvirjishvili
Student
A curious and creative teenager, Sophia enjoys expressing herself through drawing and exploring new ideas through books. She also values spending time with her friends and creating meaningful memories. Whether hiking with her family or getting lost in a story, she believes these experiences help her better understand the world and herself.
Tatuli Kutchava
Student
Tatuli is a 10th-grade student at Green School with a passion for storytelling. She is a bubbly person who enjoys spending time with friends and building meaningful connections. She values these connections deeply and empathizes with every story people carry. She loves exploring how creativity can spark new ideas and is excited to share her vision on the TEDx stage. She believes that when we look at our problems from a different perspective, they can become much simpler. Her top priority is, and always will be, to make a positive impact on the world.

