LUANA VOLKOVA

Lithuania, 16 y.o, homeschooler

Speed bumps and burgers: challenges of education

Luana explores common educational challenges, such as the "I know everything" mindset, lack of clear goals, improper use of motivation, unknown words and much more, offering practical solutions. Emphasizing the importance of openness to new perspectives, her speech unveils strategies to make the learning journey smoother and more enriching.

MIKHAIL RABINSKIY

Russia, 17 y.o., Penaty School

Seven Notes for Meaningful Relationships

Mikhail delves into the profound parallels between music and social connections, exploring the essence of effective communication. Unveiling seven foundational principles derived from his musical approach, he extends their applicability beyond artistic mastery to address real-life communication challenges.

NAZ GOKKAYA

Türkiye, 17 y.o, İstek Lara Okulları

Mastering Procrastination

Naz's insightful speech navigates the complexities of procrastination, unraveling the reasons behind its development and the challenges it poses for individuals. She provides practical guidance on overcoming procrastination, challenging the conventional view and promoting a nuanced understanding of it as a potential ally for positive outcomes.

SITORA DAVLATOVA

Kazakistan, 14 y.o,

In her captivating speech, Sitora explores the impact of social media on our thinking and skills. She outlines the two types of mindsets that can develop with constant social media exposure. Concluding with an inspiring message, she emphasizes that we have the power to decide how we spend our time and shape our future, not social media.

DAVID NISENBOIM

Moldova, 15 y.o, Lyceum ORT "B. Z. Herzli"

David delves into the correlation between sports participation and academic achievement, dispelling the notion of a mutually exclusive relationship. He advocates for a holistic perspective, highlighting the transferable skills and advantages gained in sports that can positively impact other areas of life.

ADA DEREN ARI

Türkiye, 16 y.o, İstek Antalya Lara School

Nature's Paradox: Exploring Philosophy and Human Evolution

Ada Deren's presentation unravels the irony of humanity's dominance over nature, rooted in nature's inspiration. Examining key philosophical thoughts such as Anti-natalism, Anthropocentric view, Existentialism, and Pantheism, Ada explores how these concepts emerge at the culmination of human civilization, evolving alongside the human mind, art, science, and philosophical reflection.

VERA DOROTSEVA

Russia, 14 y.o, International school of Moscow

Seizing Life's Opportunities: A Journey of Overcoming Fear

Vera's motivational speech explores life as a corridor of opportunities, urging listeners to overcome fear and indecision by opening doors to new experiences, knowledge, and connections. Drawing from her personal growth journey, Vera highlights the transformative power of seizing opportunities and emphasizes the importance of embracing life's limitless possibilities.