Speakers

Sophia

Hello everyone my name is Sophia. I’m a Year 12 student at the International School of Monaco. I’m half Dutch, half Moroccan, and speak English, French, and Dutch fluently, while continuing to study Spanish. I chose to participate in TEDxYouth@ISMonaco because I see it as a powerful platform to grow, connect, and share ideas that matter. My talk focuses on first impressions — how they shape our interactions, influence perception, and often define opportunity. In a world that moves fast and judges faster, I wanted to explore what we really communicate in those first few seconds, and why it matters more than we think.

Manomi

Hi everyone , I’m Manomi ! I am 12 years old and am from Australia, however I have lived in Monaco for 5 years.  I am very passionate about science , singing and acting ! I have done tedx once before and ADORED it ! It really helped me improve in my public speaking skills and now I feel very confident infront of an audience! Tedx requires work and dedication and I am up to the challenge of making an entertaining speech !

Mia

Hello my name is Mia and I am a year eleven student at the international school of Monaco. I have been doing TED X youth at ISM for almost three years now, although I have been a student here for much longer. TED X youth has allowed me to discover the power my words hold, and allowed me to feel truly confident when speaking in front of crowds, no matter the size . I am very passionate about this years theme, the power of perspective, and look forward to hearing from all the speakers at the event. Most importantly, I hope through the TED X talks, at least one spectator will view something in a new light, considering all the perspectives.

Leora

Hi everyone,my name is Leora,and I am 12 years old and from Eastern Europe.Ever since I was little,I have had a numerous number of interests including painting,reading,tennis and most importantly,performing in front of an audience.I joined Ted X youth purely out of interest in what it is like,however along the way I learned multiple skills like speaking with confidence,and convincing people as well as educating them.Although this journey was not easy and I sacrificed a lot of my free time,I couldn’t be happier with my decision.

Veronica

My name is Veronica, and I am 15 years old. I was born in Montreal, Canada, with roots tracing to Russia and Ukraine, I have moved to Monaco since the age of two and a half, where I attend the International School of Monaco (ISM). My interests include linguistics, medicine, and art. I participate in my school’s art events (saving corals art competition), and I have been doing art for as long as I can remember. I am the author of “Beyond My Words” and “Thoughts in Bloom” which are available on Amazon. Additionally, I contributed to TEDxYouth@ISMonaco as a member of Team Alicia last year with the theme of Reality Check where I spoke about the reality of climate change, because I am driven by a passion for public performance, and I believe that this role in cultivating communication skills is vital for my future professional growth. I am looking forward to studying medicine in university to become a medical specialist. In this  talk, I apply my knowledge and passion about the psychology of the human brain, specifically of neurodivergent people and how their unique perspectives of our world can make the word a better place.

Adriana

Hello everyone ,My name is Adriana and I’m originally from Russia. I am fourteen years old and this is my first  time doing TEDxYouth. I enjoy playing and watching football , and spending time with my friends and family. I chose to do TEDxYouth to not only improve my public speaking skills  , but also practice presenting in front of a large crowd. 

Paris

Hi everyone, I’m Paris. I was born in northern Ireland but i am 50% Spanish as well as 50% Irish. This is my second year living in Monaco and my first year being part of TEDx Youth. I joined to help my confidence speaking in public. In my spare time i enjoy crafts such as painting and sculpture. I am excited to share my topic with you, hoping that i will take this on with confidence and the skills i have developed over the last year.

Amali

Hi everyone, my  name is Amali- Im 14 and i come from Australia. My family comes from America, Australia and Sri Lanka so we've always been pretty international. I've lived in Monaco for nearly five years and I have 2 younger siblings and a dog called Olly. In my free time, I enjoy reading, writing, listening to or playing music and drawing. I play tennis and like horse riding as well, though only casually. Ive been doing Tedx for around 4 years now, i've been both an MC and a speaker, and am still loving it! Team Alicia is wonderfully fun and I find that TedX helps me be more natural, assertive and confident in my daily life. As well as this, I like having my voice heard and writing and presenting speeches makes me feel as if i have the power to make an impact, even if only a small one... for now! 

Anna Victoria

Hello, my name is Anna Victoria, I am 12 year old and I am French, Swiss and Armenian! I highly enjoy public speaking because of how nicely it impacted my self-growth and self esteem. In my free time, I like baking/cooking and spend quality time with the people I love! My goal is to is to achieve talking to the public with full confidence and control.

Polina 

Hello,my name is Polina and I am from Russia.I am 12 years old and I have lived in Monaco for 12 years.I enjoy reading,writing,listening to music and watching movies,as well as that I like playing volleyball and badminton.I have joined public speaking to improve my confidence and speaking skills a year ago,and ever since my skills have been flourishing,I also decided to participate in this event not only because of the training for communication skills, but also because with TEDX I get the chance to convey a message into the audience from my speech.I used to believe that speaking in front of an audience is hard,but after the long effort and time put into my lessons,I feel no stress in doing so.

Teacher Speaker Hayley Stout

Hayley is an experienced educator with a background in English, theatre, and the arts. From leading writing workshops at Manchester’s Youth Community Theatre Company to training at the prestigious method acting school, The Drama Centre London, her journey has been rooted in creative expression and inclusive education.

Specialising in theatre-in-education and creative literacy, Hayley is passionate about using the power of language to inspire confidence, empathy, and global awareness in young people. Now a mother of three, she believes that when students are empowered to share their stories, they discover their voice—and their place in the world.

Hayley sees TEDxYouth@ISMonaco as a natural extension of her own educational philosophy—one that champions creativity, student voice, and global engagement. She values the platform as a meaningful opportunity to showcase the exceptional talent of learners at The International School of Monaco and to amplify the voices of a generation poised to make a lasting impact on the world.

Guest Speaker Troy Armour

Troy Armour is a Creator - a serial entrepreneur, visionary, and the Founder & CEO of Junk Kouture: a global, youth-driven Spor for Creatives that fuses education, sustainability, and performance. With a bold mission to enrich the lives of 1 billion teenagers through creativity and climate-conscious thinking, Troy is leading Junk Kouture’s expansion to 13 iconic cities, culminating in its high-energy, Eurovision-style World Final.

Across more than 25 years, Troy has founded and led ventures including Trojan Technologies, Wurkhouse, and Zumaia Music, developing deep expertise in business transformation, digital innovation, and live entertainment. His work has empowered creators and entrepreneurs across sectors — from tech to music — and from classrooms to boardrooms.

A passionate advocate for creative education and sustainable change, Troy is an active member of Entrepreneurs' Organization Ireland and previously chaired the GSEA Ireland initiative. As a thought leader, he has shared his vision on many podcasts and on global stages including The World Economic Forum at Davos, the United Nations, New York Climate Week, and the World Conference on the Creative Economy, championing a future where young people are empowered to take bold risks, reimagine systems, and express themselves through creativity, technology, and purpose-driven enterprise.

Troy is looking forward to sharing his life experiences and the role perception has played in his life at this year’s TEDxYouth@ISMonaco.