TEDx Phnom Penh 2024 Focusses On A Sustainable Future
TEDx Phnom Penh will take place on March 31st, 2024 with the theme of a "Sustainable Future" and is set to feature both local and international guest speakers.
TED talks have nearly 18 million subscribers and over 3.3 billion watched videos per year. TED is a nonprofit which presents short talks (18 minutes or less) and TEDx Phnom Penh 2024 is seen as an opportunity for the Kingdom to showcase its creative spirit and its capacity to one day be at the forefront of sustainable innovation. The event will take place at Major Cineplex (IMAX hall) in AEON2 Sen Sok with an anticipated 650 attendees.
The organisers say "TEDx Phnom Penh is a dynamic platform where the extraordinary potential and creativity of the Cambodian people converge. With a lineup of esteemed Khmer and international speakers, the event aims to empower the youth, serve local communities, and create a positive impact through the sharing of transformative ideas."
Moran Hadad, president of the CICC (Cambodia – Israel Chamber of commerce) and organiser of TEDx Phnom Penh added:
We are thrilled to announce the return of TEDx Phnom Penh, a celebration of ideas that have the power to shape our collective future. In a world facing unprecedented challenges, TEDx Phnom Penh is committed to fostering dialogue, sparking innovation, and inspiring action towards a more sustainable and inclusive society in our nation.
Topics will range from solutions to environmental sustainability, as well as the intersection of technology and social impact.
Bill Chea, an organiser and Executive Manager of TEDx Phnom Penh said, "Our goal is to ignite a spark of curiosity and ignite a passion for positive change. By sharing ideas and stories that inspire and resonate, we hope to catalyse a ripple effect of innovation and progress throughout Cambodia and beyond."
This is Cambodia's only official TED event.
TEDx Phnom Penh 2024 Speakers
TEDx Phnom Penh 2024 will feature Khmer and international guest speakers:
- Venerable Kou Sopheap – Buddhist Monk and Professor
- Avi Yaron – Searial health-tech investor and entrepreneur (USA/IL)
- Eliav Alaluf – Author, brander and Storytelling expert (IL)
- Mengly J. Quach, MD, MPH – CEO of MJQ Education
- Tan Monivann – VP of CCC and Mong Reththy group
- Barak Ekshtein – Impact entrepreneur, CEO of TONTOTON (IL)
- Anita Raymond Grey – Researcher & Educator – Evolutionary Designer (RU)
- Jimmy Meng – MC and model – CEO of Callalilly
- Seng Gechly – Cambodian Author and Influencer
- Ra Bie – Digital creator, influencer, and MC
- Khourn Chantevy - Programme Office-EVAW for UN Women Cambodia
- Soung Sopheak - Theater director - Prof. Dr. Somboon Mongkolsombat - Toastmasters Founder in Cambodia
- Sin Kosal – Public speaking trainer
- Tifanny Bophadavy Doche – Global ambassador and lead designer – Re-Made
Below is just one of several TEDx Phnom Penh 2024 talks taking place - Tan Monivann on "How To Overcome The Risks In Startup Business."
