Theme: Out of the norm

Out of the norm, meaning unusual or to be different from what is considered “normal”. Creativity is one of the greatest traits of human kind. It forces us to step outside of our comfort zones to explore and discover unfamiliar things surrounding us. What seems to be a “known” concept can be looked at differently at a different perspective. People use their creativity differently. Some compose mesmerising arts, some construct inventions, some elevate common items to greater innovations, and so on. We encourage and motivate individuals to be proactively creative to mark their own unique stamp into this world.

Vinschool the Harmony (Primary)
Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi, Ha Noi, 100000
Vietnam

Hien An Do

Student

Hien An - a pianist, who admires Chopin’s and Beethoven’s works. She dreams to connect people by playing the piano in public places. “The black, the white and the gray” came to her when she was looking at the piano, observing the three colours: black, white and gray.

Hye Lin Kang

Student

Hye Lin - an outgoing and lively TH school student who enjoys participating in sports, music and dancing. With a simple yet straight-forward title “Dream”, she hope to encourage the audience to follow their ambitions despite it meaning to break the norms or not sticking to the status quo.

Khanh Vy Tran

Influencer

With more than one million subscribers on Youtube, she is an influencer and an author to the book "Tieng Anh khong kho, dung nhan nho" (English is not tough so don't frown), which sold out and republished within five months. Moreover, she is the host for many television programmes in Vietnam, ranking in the Top 5 Outstanding MC at the VTV Awards.

Minh Chau Bui

Student

Minh Chau is passionate about debating and public speaking since it allows her to express her opinions. To her, it is like a playground for her thoughts. “Lesson from a Quitter” shows how even quitting may be a wise choice that could lead us to success.

Ngoc Bang Lang Le

Student

Bang Lang - a rising sophomore at Vinschool Times City. She is incredibly grateful to her novelty seeking gene that thrives for new ideas and new things to do. “Getting out of your norm” is an inspiring personal journey that shaped her into who she is today from being scared of being an outcast to becoming a minimalist, chef and bookworm.

Phuong Linh Le

Student

Phuong Linh loves to discuss popular topics in the world. Although she is shy, she is planning to step out of her comfort zone in 2021. Her speech “Breaking out of the norm is the first step to a well-functioned society” will mention how you are the protagonist of the story of your life.

Phuong Linh Nguyen

Student

Phuong Linh - a 18-year-old student at Mander Portman Woodward (London), who enjoys reading and exploring different aspects in life. She also has an interest in cooking as she is one of the Top 6 finalists of Masterchef Junior Vietnam. Linh wants to share her very own recipe for happiness in life.

Thanh Trung Vu

Student

Thanh Trung is a science enthusiast, who is always "hungry" for knowledge. He believes that his source of confidence comes from his imagination as nothing can go wrong in his own universe. His talk “Our society is a walking contradiction” will expand on people’s hasty judgements over appearance and explain why what truly lies within is important.

Thi Diem Hong Bui

Student

The 16 years-old duo, consisting of Tri Duc and Diem Hong, is currently studying at TH school Hoa Lac. Although they are unique in their own ways, together they share a passion to stand on stage and deliver their ideas to the local community. Their multi-perspective speech “Idolizing Internet Gangsters?”, will focus on the controversial topic of worshiping online gangsters.

Thuy Linh Nguyen

Student

Thuy Linh, a 14 year-old currently studying at Singapore International School is quite indecisive and exceptionally curious. She believes that the art of expressing unique opinions can leave great influence on others. “MAN UP - How Stereotypes Become Dangerous” talks about gender inequality in males’ perspective and how men also have to live up to specific standards.

Tri Duc Nguyen

Student

The 16 years-old duo, including Tri Duc and Hong Diem, is currently studying at TH school Hoa Lac. Although they are unique in their own ways, together they share a passion to stand on stage and deliver their ideas to the local community. Their multi-perspective speech “Idolizing Internet Gangsters?”, will focus on the controversial topic of worshiping online gangsters.

Tu Nghi Do

Student

The 11 year-old vegetarian aspires to become an ornithologist - a person that studies birds. Through “Vegan, Vegetarianism”, Nghi will discuss the benefits of being a vegetarian and how it aids society. Also, besides being fluent in English, this ambitious girl can speak French as well.