Theme: Changing Humanity for the Better

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized (subject to certain rules and regulations).

Tickets will be sold at school on Feb 20, 2020. If you would like to attend the event but are not a student at J.N. Burnett Secondary, you can pay at the door on the day of the event (5 dollars, refreshments provided).

J.N. Burnett Secondary School Theatre
5011 Granville Ave
Richmond, British Columbia, V7C 1E6
Canada

Alison Xia

Student

A student heavily involved in the community, Alison Xia dedicates her time to helping and connecting with other people. Some of the activities she is most proud of include being British Columbia’s ambassador for Canada’s History Youth Committee and teaching kids public speaking. On her own time, Alison enjoys music and practicing trumpet for jazz band and marching band.

Anson Yu

Student

Anson is a senior at R.E. Mountain Secondary School and a 2020 Loran Scholar. From debating to editing videos, she seeks to create narratives that compel people to change the world for the better. Anson currently leads the national youth team for Social Diversity for Children Foundation, a charity organization that empowers youth to empower children with disabilities through creative therapy programs, fundraising events, and workshops. She helped establish the first beehive at her school and advocates for environmental causes through videography and photojournalism. On the side, Anson works as a graphic designer and a debate coach for elementary students.

Bibigul Amirova

Teacher

Bibi Amir holds a Bachelor’s in Economics and a Master’s in Psychology. She has 8+ years teaching, dedicated daily yoga and meditation and 15+ years of experience in corporate consulting. Her passion and life mission are to build bridges between worlds of business and holistic living in integrity. She organises and delivers workshops for colleges, universities and corporations internationally. Bibi’s value in continuous life-long learning constitutes her mindful thinking and teachings. During her spare time, Bibi practices mindfulness through cooking, walks along the beach, painting, photography and seated meditation.

Eddie Zhuang

Student

Eddie Zhuang is a motivated individual who volunteers his time for the community while taking up leadership roles. When he’s not spending his time performing duties as chair of RSDCO, he enjoys learning more about computer science, playing sports, and practicing violin. Eddie aspires to go beyond some of the people who inspire him, such as Elon Musk and CodeBullet.

Joey Huang

Student

Joey Huang is a purpose-driven and people-focused student. She is heavily involved outside of school, particularly as chair of Richmond Student District Council Organization and as an intern at Coast Capital Savings. To wind down, Joey enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, and tuning into inspirational podcasts.

Michael Kossin

Physicist

Michael Kossin is a former nuclear physicist at TRIUMF - Canada’s particle accelerator center - who studied the weak nuclear force, the so-far least-understood fundamental force. He is inspired by humanity's unique privilege to understand and appreciate the universe, investigating how it operates on a fundamental level. Michael enjoys spending his spare time applying his knowledge of physics in a unique way to activities he enjoys, such as photography and videography.

Ryan Demchuk

Entrepreneur

Ryan Demchuk is a strategic consultant and entrepreneur. Author of "Who do You Want to Be?", Ryan writes many articles and delivers talks on character development. With the recent success of his award-winning construction company, he continues to help others develop and implement new business models. In Ryan’s spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and trying different restaurants in Vancouver.

Vivian Tan

Student

Vivian Tan is a student who has a passion for helping others in her community through various organizations, such as Rehumanity Foundation and her school's Eco Team. Wanting to give youth more support for self-development, she founded YOUth of BC, focusing on providing youth with resources and opportunities. Outside of her youth involvement, Vivian enjoys public speaking, delivering two previous TEDx talks in Abbotsford and in Vancouver, and trying new desserts.