Vernie Ritkes performs a powerful rendition of "Happy Mistake" by Lady Gaga. Vernie reminds us all that big things (her voice) can come in small packages. Vernie is an actor, singer, dancer, & director located in NYC. She is a Graduate of the Fordham University Acting program, and is an auditioning actor in the city. 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

This talk explores how young people can use AI to think big, invent, and solve big problems like pollution and poverty. Xirui (Donnie) Wang is currently a sixth grade student at Wahaha Bilingual School Hangzhou. He is an energetic and outgoing boy who loves making friends. He’s cheerful and always ready to try new things. He is a sports fanatic and music lover as well. 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

This talk explores how we can design and use AI to break down barriers and expand opportunity. Charles is a visionary student at Wahaha International School in Hangzhou, China. He thrives on deep thought and bold ideas. Fascinated by technology, his mind constantly spins with futuristic concepts. Not just as fantasies, but as blueprints for reshaping the world. 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

Adjua performs Pride and Joy by Stevie Ray Vaughn, followed by two originals: Made of Gold and Perfect For it All. Adjua Ajamu is a self-taught artist whose music creates an emotive atmosphere, blending soulful melodies with raw, heartfelt expression. His sound invites listeners into a world of love, hope, and resilience, where blues meets a spirit of upliftment.Hailing from Gary, Indiana, and raised in Harlem, New York, Adjua infuses his music with the soul of both places. His unique style blends soul, blues, and classic rock, drawing inspiration from legends like Jimi Hendrix, Buddy Guy, B.B. King, Ray Charles, and Donny Hathaway. 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

As AI reshapes the job market, which careers will thrive? This talk explores the professions with the most long-term potential, the gaps automation can’t fill, and the emerging synergy between human skills and intelligent machines. Discover what careers are most promising in an increasingly AI-driven world. Carina is currently a fifth grader in Wahaha Bilingual School. She holds great interest in reading English books, and prefers fantasy books, such as Percy Jackson. In addition to reading, she is also skilled in areas of English debate, soccer, rock climbing and the drums. 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

AI is accelerating football in new ways. This talk explores how artificial intelligence is transforming youth training, preventing injuries, and protecting player health through real-time data and smarter decision-making. As one of the earliest adopters of AI in sports, football is showing the world what the future of athletic performance could look like. Astro is currently a sixth-grade student at Wahaha Bilingual School Hangzhou. He is interested in playing soccer, programming and astronomy. 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