Theme: "LIGHT"

On October 17, 2021 TEDxYouth@NFLS is gathering pioneering thinkers, makers, and doers at NFLS to share their unique understanding of “Light”. From cultural activist to asylum seeker, speakers feature a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. Over 100 audience, volunteers, speakers, and performers will come together for a stimulating afternoon of fresh ideas and unimaginable possibilities.

Nanjing Foreign Language School
No. 30, Beijing East Road
Nangjing, Jiangsu, 210000
China

Keyi Yu

Environmental activist, Head of Voiz Sustainable Development at China

As a student of the University of Cambridge majoring in Land Economy, Keyi is currently the head of Voiz Sustainable Development at China. At the event, Keyi introduced the concept of circular economy and “greenwash”, revealing various environmental issues in the contemporary world. By showcasing her own experience at Voiz, Keyi also vividly presented her view of sustainable development and educated the audience about how everyone can be part of that future.

Ming Tang

Serial entrepreneur, CEO and co-founder of Yiqingtang Education Group

As young as 19, Ming initiated a start-up with his classmates and professors in the US, which was selected for Silicon Valley Launch Festival and other major national startup competitions. Having been venturing into businesses for 12 years in the US and China and experiencing multiple ups and downs in his career, he is still passionate about his entrepreneurial life.

Mr Zouba

Yemen national, war-time volunteer

Born and raised in Yemen, he is an international volunteer and peace follower. As a college student, he struggled on the road to a peaceful future. Working towards a brighter future of public welfare, his volunteer experience has brought him new inner growth and understanding. He gradually recognized the complexity of the issue and understood the fact that “The road is obstacle-packed and long, but you will get through if you keep going”.

Ruixue Nie

Therapist, Founder of One Healing Space

Having been selected as the Microsoft Women's Business Incubator and honored as one of the 36 most promising entrepreneurs in Canada, Ruixue focuses on the training of psychological counselors and students' mental health education. In 2021, she has become a lecturer in six universities and trained the next generation of psychological counselors. Up to now, she has helped hundreds of international students to break through psychological barriers. She also encourages international students to embrace themselves and their lives while providing them with a place of healing and safety.

Xiaoshuang Jin

Cultural activist, Secretary-General of Nanjing Cultural Preservation Fund

As the secretary general of the foundation for ten years, Xiaoshuang has participated in the construction and operation of Porcelain Tower of Nanjing, and studied the practical paper "Scenealized Drama -- Planning Case of Yang Renshan". She hopes that the residents in Nanjing could all feel the literary atmosphere in the city.

Xihan Qian

Rapper, Producer, and Music festival organizer

As the alumni at NFLS, Junsi initiated and organized the first record labels for high school students in Nanjing: All Things Grow. In 2021, he also planned Kerang Music Festival, hoping to discover young talent in music and provide a stage for them to fulfill their dreams.

Xinyi Wang

Public speaking national champion, current NFLS student

She is currently a senior 3 student of NFLS. She is the national champion of the 18th China Daily "21st Century Cup" National English Speech Contest in the high school category and the national champion of the 2020 "Star of Hope and OUTLOOK SUPERSTARS". She loves giving speech and expertises in debate, both in American and Chinese debates, and she is currently the president of the school English Speech Club. She is also good at hosting, and has been the host of the New Year's Eve Light Party and the Foreign Language Festival.

Zhenmei Wang

National debater, Lawyer at Dentons

In college, Zhenmei often participated in various court debate competitions. Because of his passion for court debate, he resolutely chose to become a lawyer after graduation. From Suzhou to Nanjing, he conquered various challenges in different situations; from small cases to large cases, he keeps improving herself in every detail.

Zitao Li

Aerial photographer, Former director of DJI Studio, founder of Wuying Media

He is a prominent alumnus of NFLS who graduated in 2008. After graduating from university, he has traveled to more than 20 countries to take aerial photographs of cities with drones. In 2016, he released his work "The Best Nanjing" to share the beauty of his hometown, which went viral on YouTube instantly. He returned to Nanjing two years ago and founded Wuying Media. Last year, he released his new work "A Guide to Nanjing", having over a hundred million views on all major platforms and social media. Currently, he is not only one of the most famous aerial photographers in Nanjing, but also an artist who pursues the ultimate charm of delayed photography.