Theme: Think Again

TEDx Hosted by the American School of Doha.

American School of Doha
7F7J+4JR، Al Bustan Street/ E Ring Road Al Waab
Doha, Ad Dawḩah, 00000
Qatar

Ameer Sadi

ASD Alumni

An ASD Alumni (Class of 24') and currently studies International History at Georgetown University - Qatar. He currently works for International Academic Competitions as director of regional tournaments in Doha, Qatar and Baku, Azerbaijan.

David Keesey

United States Air Force Colonel (Retired)

A defense and security professional with broad experience in leadership, program management, international and cross-cultural relations, and team building. After serving 30 years in the United States Air Force as a Pilot and Weapons Officer, Foreign Area Officer, and Military Attaché, he moved into the private sector as a defense programs leader and senior consultant. He speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic and has lived in Qatar since 2017, retiring from the military as a Colonel in June 2021.

Ebrar Oruc

Student

High school senior and aspiring physician and researcher whose academic interests spans psychology, neuroscience, and medical studies. With a unique perspective shaped by both scientific inquiry and literary analysis, she will explore how narratives within literature offer profound insights into health, identity, and societal norms. Ebrar's work in psychological and medical research, and in-depth literary critique reflects a dedication to understanding the human experience at its core. In her TED Talk, “In Sickness and In Health: How Literature Helps Us Rethink the World,” Ebrar invites audiences to consider how literature not only tells stories but also reshapes our views on illness, resilience, and the human condition.

Francisco Covarrubias

Student

10th grade international student at the American School of Doha. Originally from Latin America, Francisco has been a passionate sports fan since his youth and is currently thinking about pursuing sports law as a career.

Melissa Mitchell

Founder of WalkWithMe.global

"As the founder of WalkWithMe.global, Melissa Mitchell believes that real change begins by understanding local needs and finding ways to tap into the potential within each community. Working alongside local partners, she supports women and children across multiple countries. Her approach goes beyond providing aid—it's about empowering communities through education, healthcare, and sustainable development. Melissa is committed to building foundations for lasting impact, grounded in respect and collaboration. Melissa is a committed leader and humanitarian with over 28 years of experience in Human Resources, Business Start-up, and Operations. With a functional grasp of Arabic and a strong background in business, Melissa has dedicated the last decade to supporting humanitarian programs that bring relief and hope to communities in need. "

Nancy Nader

Scientist

Dr. Nader obtained her master and PhD degrees in the field of metabolism/endocrinology/nutrition from the University of Claude Bernard, Lyon, France, followed by a post-doctoral training at the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD/NIH) in Maryland, USA. Throughout her training studies, her research work focused on the molecular regulation of different hormones. Dr. Nader is currently an assistant professor of research at Weil Cornell Medicine in Qatar (WCM-Q), which she joined in 2012. Her studies focus on the maturation of oocytes, as well as the characterization of the membrane progesterone receptors, how they function, and their effectiveness as potential targets to treat diabetes.