Theme: The Things We Don't See

TEDxChatsworthInternationalSchool is an independently organized event which will be held both on our campus on June 10th 2023 . We embrace the theme The Things We Don’t See, which provides insight into hidden aspects of ourselves that are often overlooked. Whether positive or negative, hidden aspects weigh heavily on our minds and shape how we perceive the world. Factors like gender, race, age, health or religion etc., are all aspects that other people fail to look past. In contrast, aspects like hidden talents or expertise in a specific field might not have the opportunity to be expressed. Though these aspects differ from person to person, it is the emotion that we all share but ends up repressing. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, the talks given at our conference all have the same purpose, which is for you to express the things we don’t or can’t see about you.

Chatsworth International School
72 Bukit Tinggi Road
Main Hall
Singapore, Central Singapore, 289760
Singapore

Aaron Graham Tay

Husband/Father/Survivor

Aaron has overcame many adversities as he was growing up, and understands how to be resilient in a deep and practical way. Currently, he has established his own business in financial advisory, and is a frequent speaker on personal development and financial matters. He authored his own book, Strength in Adversity, to inspire others never to give up on their dreams. He is happily married to Sharon for 14 years, and they have 3 beautiful daughters.

Alison Ennis

Digital Accessibility Specialist

Alison is a digital accessibility specialist experienced across the retail, education, finance, corporate and government environments. She is passionate about equal access for all and aims to inspire, educate and raise awareness of accessibility and inclusion in all aspects of her life. She enjoys having fun with her two children, reading, Sashiko mending, yoga, netball, tennis and writing stories and poetry.

Dhanashree Sharma

Entrepreneur

Dhanashree Sharma brings over 15 years of expertise in the banking and financial services industry. Presently, she holds the position of Head of Pricing - APAC, based in Singapore, at a US-based company. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Dhanashree is a multifaceted individual with a deep passion for songwriting and singing. Notably, she has released her debut album on various prominent online music streaming platforms. In her leisure time, she finds joy in embarking on long-distance drives, having already covered an impressive distance of 7,000 miles. One of her notable journeys included a 10-day drive from Singapore to Thailand, and she aspires to undertake an extraordinary expedition from Singapore to India in the future. Additionally, Dhanashree has entrepreneurial experience and takes an interest in investing in early-stage startups.

Fara Lapinska

Positive Psychology Practitioner

Fara's journey began as a legal practitioner in the transportation and energy industries, but her profound interest in the subject of happiness and understanding the inner workings of the mind prompted a significant career shift. Driven by a desire to explore these areas further, she embarked on a path of study and personal growth in mindfulness and positive psychology. Today, Fara serves as a dedicated Mindfulness and Positive Psychology Practitioner, drawing upon her knowledge to help others cultivate well-being and fulfilment in their lives. Her knowledge and practical experience allow her to guide individuals in developing mindfulness practices, fostering positive emotions, and navigating life's challenges with resilience and purpose.

Gitika Khandelwal

Student

Gitika Khandelwal is a student at Chatsworth and is 16 years old. She is originally from India but has been travelling her entire life and has lived in Thailand and Indonesia before coming to Singapore two years ago. Gitika is graduating from Chatsworth International School next year and is an aspiring lawyer.

Santiara van Rijswijk

Educator

Santiara is a passionate educator that teaches at Chatsworth. After navigating through her own personal health issues and hormonal imbalances, she found a passion for all things health. Santiara is particularly interested in natural women's health. She is an avid surfer, has a passion for travel and is continuously finding ways to grow her interests, knowledge and mind.

Saza Faradilla

Activist/Disruptor

Saza (she/they) believes that the only way forward out of this mess is solidarity. She is one of the co-founders of End Female Genital Cutting Singapore which organizes survivor support sessions, raises awareness via grassroots distributions of booklets and panels, and lobbies political office holders to regulate FGC. She is also a volunteer with SG Climate Rally. In the 16 social change roles, Saza believes hers is a disruptor - confronting authority energizes her.