WHAT IS TEDx?

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxGVAGrad, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxGVAGrad event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized. Find out more about TED here.

WHAT WE DO

At TEDxGVAGrad, we aspire to present a unique opportunity to bring together Geneva’s academic and non-academic realities while stimulating the spread of varied viewpoints on contemporary issues affecting our society. With nearly 1,000 students hailing from over 100 countries, the Geneva Graduate Institute (IHEID) has a legacy of promoting diverse perspectives and ideas, with notable alumni such as Kofi Annan and Micheline Calmy-Rey.

Challenging preconceived notions opens the door for innovation in addressing key global issues. Across any sector or field of study- from the arts, technology, social justice, politics, to business- pushing the boundaries of the status quo not only helps solve the problems of today, but also to re-envision possibilities for the future. By tapping into the diversity of the Geneva Graduate Institute and Geneva as an international hub, TEDxGVAGrad aims to discover new paradigms beyond conventional perspectives through creativity, openness, and exposure!

Join us for our third edition of TEDxGVAGrad on 20 April 2024!