On Saturday 18th October, the International School of Monaco will open its doors for a unique showcase of student voices during the Principality’s only TEDxYouth event, themed ‘The Power of Perspective’.
The event, now in its fourth edition, is entirely student-led and aims to empower young speakers aged 11 to 16 to share original ideas in the renowned TED format. A parent and a teacher from ISM will also take part as speakers.
Held in the school’s auditorium at 2pm, the two-hour programme includes live talks, musical performances from the ISM Voices student choir and a Year 11 vocal trio, and an interactive quiz. Admission is limited to 100 seats, with tickets priced at €10.
Exploring ‘The Power of Perspective’
The theme for this year, chosen by students, centres on how personal perspective influences culture, communication, and understanding. According to event co-curator Alicia Sedgwick, the theme was inspired by examples like the Inuit people’s many words for snow — a reflection of how environment and necessity shape language and perception.
“Recognising perspective’s impact in everyday life helps us understand others better, reduce conflicts, and make fairer decisions,” said Sedgwick. “It fosters empathy, improves communication, and encourages open-mindedness. By appreciating different viewpoints, we build stronger relationships, adapt to change, and create more inclusive communities.”
Each talk will be filmed and uploaded to the official TED YouTube channel, helping Monaco’s young voices reach a global audience.
A platform for tomorrow’s leaders
Since its inception, ISM’s TEDxYouth initiative has promoted public speaking, critical thinking and global citizenship. It reflects the school’s ongoing commitment to nurturing confident, articulate students who are engaged in global dialogue.
The event is supported by the ISM Parent Teachers Association (PTA), Enhance Me, Moravia Yachting, and San Lorenzo Monaco.
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