TEDx Organizers

Empowering others through education and creating positive change. As an educator, I strive to help students grow both academically and personally, guiding them to unlock their potential and think critically. I believe that education has the power to transform lives, and I am dedicated to nurturing curiosity and building self-confidence in my students. Outside the classroom, I am committed to community development, particularly in providing opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and discover their talents. Through organizing children’s holiday programs, I aim to support and shape future generations. As a poet, I use my words to inspire, connect, and share my experiences. I believe in the power of poetry to spark reflection and meaningful dialogue, helping others see the world in new ways.

Travelling the world with my husband and hopefully soon with our daughter. Taking care of my home to make sure we feel well and peaceful there. Eating, all kinds of food, sweet and savoury. Amateur acting in regional plays. A good glass of wine with some music and excellent company!

Bridging climate science, community development, and financial resilience to build a safer and fairer world..... Dr. Deepthi Marathayil is a multidisciplinary climate scientist whose experience spans oceanographic research, atmospheric science, sustainable finance, community development, and women‑led entrepreneurship. Her professional journey began in the Indian Ocean, where she worked at the National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Goa, after completing her Master’s in Oceanography. During this time, she participated in major research expeditions—including oceanographic cruises crossing the Equator—to collect essential atmosphere–ocean datasets for climate and metocean studies. These field experiences grounded her scientific expertise in real‑world environmental observation and data analysis. Her pursuit of deeper climate understanding led her to the United Kingdom, where she completed a Ph.D. in Meteorology, specialising in atmosphere–ocean interactions and climate variability. This strong scientific foundation now underpins her broader work connecting climate risks to societal, financial, and community‑level outcomes. Climate & Financial Sector Integration Today, Dr. Marathayil balances family and career while working within the banking sector, where her financial understanding and exposure to fund‑management processes help strengthen how climate intelligence is embedded into financial decision‑making. She supports market stakeholders in understanding how environmental and global risks translate into financial risks—ensuring real climate data informs lending practices, investment strategies, and long‑term resilience planning. Her unique combination of oceanographic field experience and financial‑sector knowledge enables her to contribute to institutional stability and community resilience through science‑based risk frameworks. Climate Innovation & Blue Economy Development Alongside her professional role in banking, she contributes to TERAOM as a GeoData & Climate Change Analyst, where she works on renewable energy concepts, metocean analytics, coastal‑resilience insights, and sustainable blue‑economy development. Her work connects scientific insight with practical innovation for community‑focused climate solutions. Community Engagement, Translation & Interpretation Dr. Marathayil is also an English Translator and Interpreter in Oxfordshire, providing face‑to‑face, telephone, and video interpretation, translation and transcription, and localisation services. Her work supports families, public‑sector services, and multicultural communities in accessing safe, accurate, and inclusive communication. She has also served as a Library Assistant and contributed to various community‑support roles, helping families integrate, build confidence, and access essential services. Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Practices & Mentoring In addition to her scientific and linguistic work, Dr. Marathayil established a community‑based catering business, designed around eco‑friendly products and sustainable operational practices. As a self‑employed entrepreneur, she has created a self‑sustaining business model and used her experience to mentor other families in: setting up their own small businesses, developing compliant and professional profiles, guiding them on safe and legal documentation, teaching methodology and procedures for business setup, and supporting them in achieving proper food hygiene ratings and operational standards. Her work has empowered multiple families—especially women—to build independent livelihoods and contribute to their communities. Advocacy for Women in Science & Leadership Dr. Marathayil is a strong advocate for women in science, business, and leadership. Inspired by her own journey across continents and disciplines, she champions visibility, equity, and resilience, ensuring more women can shape the future of climate science, entrepreneurship, and global decision‑making.