At GEMS American Academy Abu Dhabi, we are strong believers in the power of collaboration, critical thinking, and the promising potential of our youth. “We Inspire. We Challenge. We Innovate. We Care.” This event has been independently organized by the students of Gems American Academy. We hope to spread and celebrate the spirit of ideas by bringing people together to share a TED-like experience.

 

Today’s society is rapidly changing. However, making a change for the better starts with accepting the idea of change, and this may simply be achieved by the simple act of saying ‘yes.’ A modern environment urges humanity to be open minded towards ideas as time and tide wait for no one. This same ideology applies to advancements in society, either in the form of new technology or a different idea. For these reasons, this year’s theme for TEDxYouth@GAA, “Start with a Yes,” urges the youth to take on challenges.

 

Empowering our youth will allow them to express new ideas and opinions on the subsequent topics: Culture, Globalization, Modern Society, Pop-culture, Predictions for the Future, Advancement and Progress/ Innovation, and Youth Empowerment. “Start with a Yes” is a movement that impels today’s youth to grow and integrate in a worldwide network of ideas that will one day be a part of the change.

 

For more information please visit https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/26720