The main TED conference is held annually in Canada at the Vancouver Convention Centre. The speakers are given a maximum of 18 minutes to present their ideas in the most innovative and engaging ways they can. Past speakers include Bill Clinton, Stephen Hawking, Jane Goodall, Gordon Brown, David Cameron, Bill Gates and many others.
TED is a global community, welcoming people from every discipline and culture who seek a deeper understanding of the world. As there is a strong belief in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and, ultimately, the world, TED’s agenda is to make great ideas accessible and spark conversation.
In fact, TED’s mission is driven by this goal: How to promote ideas worth spreading?
You can find more information in TED’s official website.
TEDxUniWA constitutes a non-profit project funded exclusively by sponsors, such as companies, organizations or beneficiaries. It is the first time such an event is held at UniWA. The aim is to inspire and spread innovative and creative ideas through powerful talks, workshops and performances. It is addressed primarily to the university community but also to the wider student and local communities of Athens.
Our organizing committee consists of about 40 volunteer members working in the following teams:
- Venue & Production
- Speakers & Hospitality
- Partners
- Experience
- Video & Photography
- IT & Graphics
- Media & Communication