Theme: The Modern Revolution

Introducing TEDxYouth@QFIS: Where Student Voices Shape Tomorrow's World

Embark on a journey of ideas, innovation, and inspiration as we proudly present the inaugural TEDxYouth@QFIS event, meticulously crafted and passionately led by two passionate high school students, Omair Nawaz and Carlota Ibañez.

Set against the backdrop of the Qatar Finland International School (QFIS) auditorium, this event promises to ignite minds and spark dialogue on a global scale. From 8:30 am to 4:15 pm on May 22nd, 2024, it will surely be a day filled with captivating talks, engaging discussions, and the unveiling of thought-provoking insights. The conference is meant to be a platform where the voices of tomorrow take center stage. With students taking on the roles of both organizers and speakers, this event embodies the power of youth leadership and the potential of young minds to shape the future.

Under the theme of "The Modern Revolution," our speakers will delve into a variety of disciplines, showcasing their passion, expertise, and vision for a better world. From technology to social justice, from mental health to media, each talk will offer a unique perspective on the transformative changes shaping our society today. However, the excitement doesn't end there. As a testament to the event's multidisciplinary nature, we are thrilled to welcome a special guest whose insights will enrich our discussions and broaden our horizons.

In summation, TEDxYouth@QFIS is a movement driven by the belief that every voice matters, every idea has value, and every individual has the power to effect change.

Qatar-Finland International School
AL KHEESA AREA, ZONE 70, STREET 461, BUILDING 90
Doha, Ad Dawḩah, 27888
Qatar

Ahmet Demir

High School Student

A 15-year-old science and learning enthusiast who loves to teach and elucidate things for his colleagues. Enjoys reading and dark humor, is an avid microfiction writer, and classical music.

Amar El Saidi

High School Student

I am a young student who aspires to make positive change in the world one step at a time starting with our people, and especially our generation of youth. I strive to one day become a voice for the voiceless and work towards achieving peace in the world we live in. I am Radio Lynx’s director and host, and hope to one day become a writer and journalist, documenting the world around us.

Anna Alatalo

High School Student

I am a high school student in grade 11, aspiring to become a dentist. Beyond that, I have a passion for social justice. I believe that standing up for what you believe in is a right everyone should exercise without fear. I want to encourage other people, especially girls, to never submit to pressure and to always challenge the status quo if it is unfair. To achieve this dream I have started a passion project called Bridging Perceptions with like-minded individuals from my school. We plan on educating our local community - and the rest of the world through social media - about injustices around the world that have been unrepresented by mainstream media. While this is still a work in progress, me and my colleagues are incredibly enthusiastic about this project and look forward to what we will achieve.

Ayse Demir

High School Student

In a world undergoing constant change, it is up to us, as youth, to not only acknowledge the morphing nature of fields like education, politics, and healthcare but to also harness our capabilities to discover and uncover the hidden chambers encased within the depths of both the world and ourselves. As an aspiring physician entranced by the wonders of neuroscience and genetics, I am looking forward to sharing a piece of the present, and the future, that lies in every one of us. Join me on an endeavor into what seems like philosophy but is more crisply described as reality.

Khalid Al-Ali

Executive Leader, Entrepreneur, Founder, Deep-tech Visionary, Speaker

Dr. Khalid M. Al-Ali is an award-winning leader, entrepreneur, deep-tech visionary, speaker, and TV personality. He brings deep experience and expertise to his various roles, having spent much of his career in Silicon Valley. Dr. Al-Ali co-founded several non-profit, for-profit, and government organizations and served on their boards and management leadership teams. He served in national committees and ministries whose works became laws and mandates with positively felt national impact. Dr. Al-Ali is an experienced international speaker who speaks professionally. He delivered engaging and inspiring multiple keynote addresses, speeches, and chaired and took part in panels at multiple global events. He is a regular contributor to local and global media outlets, having appeared in headline news, documentaries, and interviews. Dr. Al-Ali is the principal inventor of U.S. and worldwide-patented technologies, along with a multitude of disclosed inventions not yet patented.

Malak Mahmoud

High School Student

A student who is passionate about mental health and people’s happiness and well-being. I believe that the greatest gift is to be of service to others and society. Why is why I insist on entering the healthcare field and succeeding in it. I excel in psychology and sociology and enjoy studying them very much. I hope to make people smile and live better, healthier lives.

Sara Al-Ali

A high school student and an aspiring engineer who passionately believes that health, mental, physical, and social, is the key to a happy life. She believes happy, healthy, self assured people are the ones who are truly free and hope to fill the shoes of her parents, including her father, Dr.Khalid Al-Ali, and inspire people, especially the youth, to help them realize their power over themselves, and the world, and give them hope. "We must continuously strive to be more than we are, regardless of the results." She believes that if the youth are passionate, determined, and hardworking towards improvement, it is enough to truly bring about the modern revolution, the next golden age. Outside of school, she also enjoys watching sci-fi movies, reading books, cooking occasionally, and most of all listening, singing, and dancing to music.