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).

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Audrey Tang

Psychologist

Dr Audrey Tang is a Chartered Psychologist (British Psychological Society), and award-winning business author with a focus on practical tools for wellbeing. She founded Wellbeing Media Studio broadcasting her shows “Mental Health Matters” and “Skits and Quibbles (the arts and wellbeing show)” globally with e360TV since Feb 2024 while also providing a media platform to the local community. Audrey teaches Burlesque for body confidence alongside running wellbeing events.

Jason Cohen

Expert by Experience

Jason Cohen, a pioneer in healthcare technology, has been transforming the NHS for over a decade. Diagnosed with Tourette’s Syndrome at a young age, Jason became one of the first in the UK to undergo Deep Brain Stimulation treatment. His personal journey fuels his passion for improving healthcare systems and advocating for those with neurological conditions.

Joe Tudor

Activist and Expert by Experience

Joe Tudor is the Founder of Reconnect Club, a social enterprise that helps people find the community and tools they need when they’re experiencing depression. Through Public Speaking, Mental Health Campaigning and Reconnect Club, Joe uses his own experience of depression to help others find the understanding and hope they need to grow from life’s challenges. Watch Joe's talk to discover a new perspective on depression and mental health.

Lucy Thompson

Artist, Founder, Innovator

Lucy Thompson is an innovative international medical tattoo artist and the founder of The Nipple Innovation Project, the UK’s first mastectomy tattoo charity. Since 2017, Lucy has been a pioneering advocate for enhancing post-mastectomy tattoo services, empowering breast cancer survivors to embrace their bodies. Through her Areola Academy, she trains a new generation of practitioners, while her partnership with the NHS ensures high-quality treatment is accessible to all. Lucy’s dedication to expanding her charity’s reach underscores her commitment to supporting and uplifting the breast cancer community, making a profound impact through her artistry and empathy.

Manpreet Dhuffar-Pottiwal

Psychologist

Manpreet is a Chartered Psychologist with a rich background in clinical and academic settings. She runs an independent therapy and consultancy practice, specialising in behavioural addictions and intergenerational trauma. Manpreet is on a mission to decolonise therapy, challenging traditional norms and advocating for public engagement with psychological interventions. Her activism extends to promoting fairness in multigenerational living, addressing the impact of transgenerational trauma.

Milli Raizada

Doctor

Dr. Milli Raizada is an NHS GP, a Senior Clinical Lecturer, and a dedicated advocate for lifestyle and root cause medicine. Her personal health journey led her to explore the intricate relationship between hormones and lifestyle, culminating in her best-selling book, “Happy Hormones Happy You.” Dr. Raizada engages a wide audience through her podcast and social media which she uses to dispell myths and empower individuals to optimise their health.

Molly Fenton

Activist

Molly Fenton is a dynamic women’s health activist dedicated to transforming the narrative around menstruation and hormonal health. Inspired by her personal journey with a brain tumour and challenging puberty, Molly launched the Love Your Period Campaign to dismantle stigma and foster understanding. Her work has earned her numerous accolades, including a British Citizens Award for Services to Healthcare. Collaborating with global campaigners, Molly is building a supportive platform that serves as a guiding light for young women, embodying her vision of a world where no one feels constrained by their hormones.

Naabil Khan

Student

Naabil Khan is a passionate fourth-year medical student at the University of Exeter, committed to enhancing diversity and representation in healthcare. As the host of the podcast Very Junior Doctors and creator of the award-winning website Skin For All, Naabil has become a prominent voice for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities. Naabil’s dedication extends beyond her studies, as she actively engages audiences through her self-published book and impactful presentations across the UK, inspiring the next generation of healthcare leaders.

Natasha Wilcock

Doctor

Natasha is a pioneering palliative care doctor working in London, working in a hospice. As a deaf professional, she has firsthand experience of the challenges faced by deaf patients within healthcare systems. This inspired her to establish IDA, an organisation dedicated to transforming the healthcare experience for deaf individuals. Natasha’s journey in medicine was marked by overcoming significant barriers, proving that deaf individuals can excel as doctors. Her work focuses on ensuring deaf people, both staff and patients, have access to healthcare services including not only care and education but all services in and around the NHS and particularly focuses on ensuring inclusive palliative care for deaf people.

Siobhan Ballan

Activist and Expert by Experience

Siobhan is a trailblazer in the fight against child sexual abuse and to empower survivors and professionals alike. Her journey began in 2008 when, at just 17, she courageously shared her story, catalysing earlier disclosures of abuse. Siobhan’s advocacy for mandatory reporting laws and her consultation with the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse highlight her relentless pursuit of systemic change. Her work embodies the spirit of lived experience leadership and social entrepreneurship, driving forward-thinking solutions to societal challenges.

Supa Chantschool

Activist and Expert by Experience

Supa Chantschool is a visionary leader and founding member of Hep B Companion, a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering individuals living with hepatitis B. With an MSc in International Health Management from Imperial College and a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences from King’s College London, Supa has transitioned from a successful career in pharmaceutical market research to entrepreneurship, founding his first company in 2019. His journey is a testament to his commitment to transforming healthcare and championing innovation.

Yvonne Farquharson

Founder & MD

Yvonne is a multi award-winning social entrepreneur who develops creative, research-led programmes to improve healthcare and transform lives. Yvonne is Founder and Managing Director of Breathe Arts Health Research, a not for profit social enterprise which combines creativity and robust scientific research to improve health and wellbeing. She won the Women In Social Enterprise Award 2021 and was recognised on the WISE100 UK’s top most inspiring and influential women in social enterprise, impact investment and mission-driven business.