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Future in Action – The Innovation of Youth in their Communities

“Future in Action” celebrates the power of young people turning ideas into impact. This theme highlights how today’s youth are not just imagining a better tomorrow, but instead they are actively building it. From innovative projects in technology and science to bold advocacy in social and environmental causes, young leaders are demonstrating that the future doesn’t wait, it begins with what we do now.

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Timeline

September 8, 2025
Application Opens

Speaker and Volunteer Application opens. Website goes live!

September 8, 2025
October 17, 2025
Application Closes

Speaker application closes 11:59PM. Volunteers still open.

October 17, 2025
November 3, 2025
Speakers Decisions Come Out

Speakers and alternates are decided. Emails are sent to all applicants

November 3, 2025
November 22, 2025
TEDx Event Date

Showtime! All TEDx Speakers will talk in the auditorium

November 22, 2025

Location

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in Lexington, Kentucky, is a nationally recognized public high school known for its academic excellence, diverse student body, and innovative programs.

Our Organizing Team

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Katherine Zhang

Organizer

Katherine Zhang is a Senior in the MSTC Program at Paul Laurence Dunbar.

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Elizabeth Pelphrey

Co-Organizer

Elizabeth Pelphrey is the Counselor for MSTC.

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Jasmine Chen

Communications

Jasmine Chen is a Junior in the MSTC Program at Paul Laurence Dunbar

Ansel Erdhardt

Sponsorship

Ansel Erdhardt is a Junior in the MSTC Program at Paul Laurence Dunbar

Rachel Wilkinson

Curation

Rachel Wilkinson is a Junior at Paul Laurence Dunbar