I had an inspiring Saturday at TEDxVitoriaGasteiz!
It was their tenth event under the leadership of Cristina Juesas, but it was my first time attending in person—and it was truly worth it. Taking the day to listen to thought-provoking speakers and ideas was rewarding.
There is something special about being present at a live event, absorbing insights and inspiration for hours. I highly recommend the experience to everyone!
The lineup was amazing. Here are the most insightful topics discussed, broken down by theme.
Education & Society
The event opened with powerful reminders about the foundations of a healthy society.
- Education as Protection: Daniel Villanueva emphasized the crucial role of education in humanitarian response. He argued that education is not just about learning; it serves as a form of protection in countless ways.
- Social Sustainability: Alicia Mancheño reminded us that “There is no sustainable planet if the society is not sustainable.” She highlighted initiatives like Technovation, which are equipping future generations to create a better world.
Technology & Bias
Several speakers explored how modern technology and historical narratives shape our understanding of the truth.
- AI & Politics: Ana Salazar dived into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and politics. She highlighted the dual nature of the technology: the challenges (such as fake news) versus the advantages (tools for better understanding population needs).
- Breaking Gender Bias: Steph Rennick and Marga Sánchez tackled gender bias in two distinct fields:
- Video Games: Rennick discussed how women often speak less and on less relevant topics in gaming narratives.
- Archaeology: Sánchez revealed the historical reality of women’s roles, debunking myths by showing evidence of women as hunters.
Environmental Sustainability
Finally, we looked at how we manage our resources, from the city level to our dinner tables.
- Urban Carbon Footprint: Pablo de Agustín Camacho offered strategies to reduce our cities’ carbon footprint. This is critical, considering cities currently contribute to 60% of CO2 emissions.
- Local Food Systems: David González proposed a bold plan to build local agri-food systems. He shared a shocking statistic: currently, only 1% of Alava’s consumption is produced within the region!
Conclusion
It was a day full of learning and connection. Kudos to the team for a decade of spreading ideas!
Did you attend this year? Which talk resonated most with you?
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