Theme: The Art of Storytelling: A Tool for Communication, Empathy, and Social Change

This event is designed to inspire students through the art of storytelling. We will feature dynamic talks by students and guest speakers, focusing on how storytelling can shape perspectives, build empathy, and drive meaningful social change.

Rainbowbridge Theater
218 Yili Road
Shanghai, Shanghai, 200031
China

Andrew Hou An Zhu

HQIS Student Speaker

Hou An Zhu (Andrew) is a passionate student from HQIS, participating in this year’s TEDx Youth event. Andrew recognizes the immense power of storytelling to build empathy and address social issues. His talk will delve into how sharing personal stories can inspire others to engage in thoughtful dialogue and work toward creating a more compassionate society.

Annie Li

HQIS Student Speaker

Annie Li is a dedicated student at HQIS, participating in this year’s TEDx Youth event. Passionate about the theme "The Art of Storytelling," Annie believes in storytelling as a powerful tool for building empathy and driving social change. Drawing from her own experiences and her love for creative expression, Annie aims to inspire others to use stories as a means of communicating deeply and making an impact in their communities.

Belinda Tienrare

Professional Musician

Belinda is a renowned professional musician who delivered a captivating performance at this year’s HQIS TEDx Youth event. With a deep passion for using music as a universal language, she seamlessly blended storytelling with melodies, demonstrating the power of music to evoke emotion, foster empathy, and inspire social change. Through her performance, Belinda highlighted how music, much like storytelling, can transcend cultural boundaries and create connections that words alone cannot achieve.

Carter Jackson

HQIS Primary Student Speaker

Carter Jackson, a thoughtful and creative student at HQIS, will take the stage at this year’s TEDx Youth event. He is passionate about how stories have the power to influence minds and drive meaningful social progress. In his talk, Carter will highlight the importance of storytelling in fostering empathy and understanding, particularly in addressing key social issues.

Isabel Shen

HQIS Student Speaker

Isabel Shen is a student at HQIS who has a deep passion for storytelling. At this year’s TEDx Youth event, Isabel will share how stories can transcend barriers and create connections among people from different walks of life. She believes in the power of storytelling to foster empathy and spark important conversations around social change.

Katy Han

HQIS Student Speaker

Katy Han is a student at HQIS and a speaker at this year’s TEDx Youth event. Katy believes that storytelling has the power to communicate important social issues and foster understanding across communities. Her talk will focus on the role of empathy in storytelling, encouraging others to share their stories as a way to create positive change.

Maggie Wang

HQIS Student Speaker

Maggie Wang is an enthusiastic participant in this year’s TEDx Youth event at HQIS. A firm believer in the power of storytelling, Maggie will explore how narratives can be used to communicate complex ideas and foster empathy. She hopes to inspire her peers to recognize the importance of their own stories in making a positive social impact.

Malcolm Jackson

HQIS Student Speaker

Malcolm Jackson, a student at HQIS, is excited to participate in this year’s TEDx Youth event. With a keen interest in social justice, Malcolm will explore how storytelling serves as a vital tool for communication and building empathy. He aims to inspire others to share their stories as a way to promote understanding and positive change in the world.

Mila Talarczyk

HQIS Student Speaker

Mila Talarczyk is an aspiring storyteller from HQIS, excited to share her perspective at this year’s TEDx Youth event. She sees storytelling as a way to challenge social norms and inspire empathy. Mila’s talk will explore how narratives shape society and encourage others to use stories as a means of advocating for change and building connections.

Nicholas Chang

HQIS Student Speaker

Nicholas Chang, a creative and thoughtful student at HQIS, will bring his love for storytelling to this year’s TEDx Youth event. Nicholas believes that stories are powerful tools for communication and can bring about meaningful social change. Through his talk, he hopes to inspire others to use their own narratives to promote empathy and understanding in the world.

Zoe Zoe

HQIS student speaker

Zoe is a student at HQIS and an enthusiastic participant in this year’s TEDx Youth event. Through her talk, she will explore how storytelling can be a tool for communication and empathy, connecting people across different backgrounds. Zoe’s goal is to show how stories can inspire others to take action and foster understanding in the world around us.