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In the spirit of discovering and spreading ideas, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)

TEDxDereeACG is an independently organized TED event hosted by Deree – The American College of Greece, providing a platform for students, graduates, alumni and thought leaders to share ideas worth spreading. Rooted in TED’s core values of curiosity, inclusivity, and the power of storytelling, TEDxDereeACG empowers students to spark meaningful conversations and inspire change within and beyond their community. The event aligns with Deree’s values of academic excellence, social responsibility, and global citizenship, encouraging students to think critically, challenge perspectives, and promote positive impact. Through TEDxDereeACG, students become ambassadors of both TED’s mission and their school’s commitment to lifelong learning and innovation.

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The Power of Unlearning - 2025

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The Age of the Underdogs - 2021

TEDxDereeACG is a half-day event organized by students of Deree – The American College of Greece, with the aim to bring together bright, idea-focused minds, address a wide range of subjects, foster learning, inspiration, wonder – and provoke conversations that matter.The Age of the Underdogs, the theme of the TEDxDereeACG event, relates to all of those that manage to fail forward, to turn the no mode into the on mode, and to go beyond the expected to find a path toward a desired goal, dream, or wider aspiration.Underdogs can be the driving force of change as they can be resourceful, project a fresh take on matters, and contribute to revolutionary ideas in various areas. No matter the outcome, they do not fall in the realm of the mainstream; they are out-of-the-box thinkers, always true to their moral compass.