TED Fellows Program

???Announcing the 2025 TED Fellows! ?? This year’s cohort of TED Fellows are leading change across industries —?expanding aviation education, creating biodegradable plastics, fighting food insecurity and more. Tackling some of the biggest issues of our time, these individuals are creating global impact?—?spanning four continents and 11 countries. We are honored to welcome these remarkable individuals into our extensive network of more than 500 Fellows committed to driving impact in their communities and beyond: Catherine Nakalembe (Ph.D.) Cesar Ramirez-Sarmiento Claudia Maribel Vega Ruiz Dieuveil Malonga Dion Dawson George Butler Molly Hemstreet Patricia Aymà Maldonado Refilwe L. Txai Surui Learn more about their work and what’s next: https://bit.ly/4ipxKCQ #TEDFellows2025 #TEDFellows #Changemakers #Fellowship

Did you know that the founder of TED-Ed is none other than a TED Fellow?! Big congrats Logan Smalley on building such a celebrated and entertaining educational platform for young people!

What if AI could help connect you with the right medical care, exactly when you need it? Health systems entrepreneur, surgeon and TED Fellow Mohamed Aburawi, MD explores how his digital health platform, Speetar, uses AI to bridge the healthcare gap in underserved regions, like his native Libya, by connecting patients with doctors who truly understand their needs. https://lnkd.in/eb3kBnZe

One of the most powerful aspects of the TED Fellowship: TED Fellows! We love all the ways TED Fellows generously support one another and shine a light on each other's work. If you want to go far, go together.

Have you ever wondered what poverty looks like on a plate? TED Fellow Huiyi Lin set out to answer this question – in 38 different countries. What she found was surprising…. And shines a light on poverty in a way no policy report ever could. https://lnkd.in/eM4VAHDy

Looking for a boost of positivity in your day? TED Fellow and composer Sahba Aminikia brings the healing power of dance, storytelling, music and performance to some of the most dangerous places on Earth. By celebrating children and their communities with beauty and joy, he shows how to cultivate hope, connection and love — even in conflict zones. "The ultimate power is in unity," Aminikia says. https://lnkd.in/e5J3FN6u

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If you’re taking time off for the winter holidays, we hope you’ll give yourself the gift of listening to some of the TED Fellows interviews featured on TED Talks Daily with Elise Hu. Here’s one to check out – TED Fellow and renewable energy expert Norah Magero envisions an Africa that pioneers its own technological future, shifting the narrative from dependence and consumption to self-reliance and innovation. She shares how she developed VacciBox with Drop Access Limited — a solar-powered refrigeration system made in Kenya to keep vaccines cold in off-grid areas — and highlights the power of homegrown solutions to transform health care. Stay tuned for a conversation at the end with TED Fellows director Lily James Olds. We hope Norah’s vision helps refill your energetic tank as we round out this year. Happy Holidays! https://lnkd.in/ehzU3a8r

We’re excited to highlight a few of the extraordinary leaders in this TED Fellows community ?? who are making a powerful impact around the world. ?? But instead of telling you about their work, we thought we’d show you how they do it. Specifically, how they get ready for the day in a way that’s both nourishing and productive. Because let’s be honest—who doesn’t love a glimpse into someone’s morning routine? ? ? ?? We hope you feel as inspired as we do reading about these CEOs and changemakers. Looks like maybe we should be getting up earlier.... ?? Zubaida Bai Farwiza Farhan Andrew Bastawrous Kotchakorn Voraakhom Jane Marie Chen Enzo Romero ?? Norah Magero Nithya Ramanathan Fariel Salahuddin Shivani Siroya Nighat Dad

In building and mobilizing networks, I have the privilege of connecting with incredible people around the world… many I wish more people knew about! While I enjoy making one-on-one connections, I’m still figuring out how to not be a bottleneck. So, experimenting with an ongoing hype list —a way to spotlight inspiring leaders I’ve recently connected with. Curious to see where this goes... Reach out directly and tag others who come to mind. Happy connecting! ? Ana Fontes - an advocate for economic resiliency, Ana runs Rede Mulher Empreendedora, a support network of (100k!) women entrepreneurs in Brazil. This week, Ana is presenting W20 Engagement Group recommendations during G20. (Kelly, Pat, Nick) ? jac sm kee - co-founder of Numun Fund, a global movement and the first fund to seed and resource feminist tech. Inspired by how this collective embodies practices to imagine more inclusive futures and shift power. (Susan, Francoise, Alix)? ? Lily James Olds - leading a new impactful chapter of the TED Fellows Program, bringing in new partners and opening up collaborative pathways. Beautiful to see Lily’s strategic and artistic superpowers weave together. (Adama, Isabel, Anna) ? Martin Tan- behind The Majurity Trust, a fascinating local model of collaborative philanthropy, participatory funding decision making and portfolio partnership in Singapore. (Marina, Renee, Lior)