Theme: Through A Different Lens

This is a TEDxYouth event staged at the International School of Ho Chi Minh City American Academy, Vietnam. Our speakers are Vietnamese middle school and high school students who study our international education. Their speeches encompass thoughts of their generation, ethnicity and family. Additionally, their ideas are rich in authenticity because of the personal, academic and social crossroads they are at in their lives. "Through a different lens" will take you on a journey from the depths of 6th graders' imagination to the visions of seniors'. We look forward to providing you with an incredible day of art, philosophy, education, and beyond.

ISHCMC American Academy
16 Võ Trường Toản, Thảo Điền, 2
Hồ Chí Minh City, Ho Chi Minh, 700000
Vietnam

Dang Thi Thuy Anh (Helen)

Asian Parenting

Originally born in Hanoi and raised in a strict Asian family, I grew up with a lot of traditions and anxiety issues. However, they made me who I am today - a strong willed goody two shoes with a twist. A love for art, astronomical theories and learning new aspects of social perception provide me with a balance of self expression and absorption. I am now a senior who is striving to be a designer one day.

Duong Tien Anh (Jamie)

Cooking Our Own Food

I am an 8th grade student at ISHCMC-American Academy. I have been cooking for many years now. It has become a passion of mine.

Nguyen Ha Thuy Duong (Emma)

Teaching My Parents

I am 11 years old. I enjoy learning Math and English. School is very important to me. I don’t have enough confidence to speak in front of many people, so I hope my TED talk will help me with this problem.

Nguyen Hoang Giang (Jolie)

500 Words A Week

My name is Jolie Nguyen. I am in 9C at ISHCMC - American Academy. I enjoy reading, drawing, writing, playing instruments, and doing many other art related activities.

Nguyen Ngoc Hoang Thai (Tom)

Learning Through Comics

I’m an extrovert, open minded, and energetic person. Due to my curiosity, I always want to try new things especially sports. As for my vision for the future, I want to become someone who can help others and innovate technology.

Nguyen Tran Dong Phuong (Phuong)

People's Perceptions

I am an ENFP, Extraversion (E), Intuition (N), Feeling (F), Perception (P). In my free time, I like to explore the city and spend time with people. I strive to work hard in school and participate in as many interesting events as I can in my community.

Tran Cong Thuy Anh (Morgan)

Journalism for Me

I am a lover of the arts, someone who dreams of a discrimination-free society, and a 9th grader looking for ways to make an impact on the people around me.

Tran Manh Thang (Anthony)

Gardening

I am a 9th-grade student at ISHCMC - American Academy. My favorite subject at school is music. My hobbies aren't the same as many other students my age. I have a passion for growing plants and gardening.

Tran Ngoc Quoc Bao (Patrick)

Gender Roles in Fashion

Hi! My name is Patrick from grade 11 at ISHCMC - American Academy. What I consider to be important are my family, friends and my education.

Yu Huan Lin (Martin)

Biking for Life

My name is Martin. I am a junior at ISHCMC - American Academy who loves to bike. I spend my free time playing volleyball and baseball.