Our Community’s Favourite 5 Moments of 2024
As we wrap up 2024, it’s time to reflect on the moments that shaped our year — and what’s next. This year marked an incredible milestone: TEDxSingapore turned 15!
From celebrating big ideas to creating new ways to connect with our community, 2024 was unforgettable. To celebrate, we’re counting down our top 5 highlights of the year — moments that were only possible because of your support.
Let’s dive in!
1. Celebrating 15 Years of TEDxSingapore
TEDxSingapore turned 15 this year! From our first event in 2009 to today, we’ve built a vibrant community of change makers. Telling Time 2024 was a powerful celebration of this journey.
Read more: Telling Time Unpacked
2. We launched a new salon: The Roving Library
This year, we debuted a new format with The Roving Library — a traveling event that brought intimate, thought-provoking discussions to different corners of Singapore. From books to ideas, we explored fresh perspectives in cozy, engaging settings.
3. We went to the heartlands: A Block Party at Yu Hua Community
Returning to the heartlands this year, we introduced a fresh, youth-focused program at Yu Hua Community. It was an exciting day of storytelling, creativity, and conversations, all designed to inspire the next generation of changemakers.
4. TEDxAdventures: A new way to explore ideas
We launched TEDxAdventures — a journey through Singapore inspired by our speakers. From kicking off with César Harada in 2023 to ending 2024 with Khir Johari, Rebecca Lim, and Yao Yu, these immersive experiences let you see the world through new lenses.
5. Reflecting on Ideas That Inspired Us in 2024
Relive the inspiration! Kishore Mahbubani’s thought-provoking talk on geopolitics and other powerful 2023 talks are now available on YouTube. Watch them to spark new ideas and conversations.
Watch Kishore’s talk: Can ASEAN rewrite the rules of global peace?
Thank You for Being Part of Our Journey
At TEDxSingapore, every moment is powered by your enthusiasm, curiosity, and belief that ideas change everything.