Theme: Uniformity in Diversity

TEDxWestFurongRoad is an independently organized TED event held in the community level of Xi’an in the spirit of ideas worth spreading. This officially licensed TEDx event is scheduled for October 29, 2016, taking place at the Xi’an Art Museum as an invitation-only event (100 attendees). We aim to bring together diverse minds to give idea-focused talks that foster learning, inspiration and new perspectives in a TED-like experience.

Xi'an Art Museum (西安美术馆)
Zhen Guan Cultural Square (大唐不夜城壹区)
Qu Jiang New District (曲江新区)
Xi'an City, Shaanxi, 710000
China

April Carrillo

Educator

April Carrillo is a teacher of Mathematics and an instructor for leadership programs at an international school in Xi'an, China. She daily nurtures and inspires a diverse body of international students, encouraging them to overcome their fears and face challenges.

Boyang Zhang

Educator

Boyang Zhang is an educator of English literature in Xi'an, China and a member of MENSA China. He is passionate about literature

Kevin Coduto

Educator

Kevin Coduto is an educational consultant in Xi’an, China. He is passionate about cross-cultural collaboration and is committed to bridging the gap between eastern and western cultures through his work. Kevin works every day to make the world a better place—asking himself "Do I dare eat a peach…"

Mandi Zhao

Student

Mandi Zhao has spent her entire life in Xi'an, witnessing the rapid development in the city that contains the glory of the ancient dynasties.

Terence Brady

Educator + Researcher

Dr. Terence Brady is an educator from Ireland, holding degrees in Philosophical Humanities, Theology, and Religious Conflict. A passionate leader of learning support, Dr. Terence is an Oxford research fellow focused on curriculum development. He is also a huge fan of Arsenal Football Club.

Tim King

Editor-in-chief

Tim King is the editor-in-chief of Xianease Magazine, the biggest expat magazine in town. Connecting with a diverse group of people, Tim strives to help build community in unlikely places.