Muhammad Adli Arfa

Entrepreneur, Project manager, Student

Muhammad Adli Arfa is a student leader from the International Class of MAN Two Pekanbaru with a strong interest in global education, public speaking, and youth-led initiatives. He is actively involved in organizing academic and international-oriented programs, focusing on creating platforms where students can develop critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills. His experiences in student organizations and competitions have strengthened his ability to lead collaboratively, manage complex projects, and translate ideas into meaningful impact within his community.

I’m passionate about education that goes beyond grades and prepares students to think critically and act responsibly

Schools should not only teach students how to succeed academically, but how to think, speak, and lead with purpose

Business, Debate, Economics, Finance, Leadership, Management, Organizing, Planning

My TED story begins in spaces where students were expected to listen, not speak. I realized that many young people have ideas, questions, and perspectives, but rarely the platform or trust to share them. Through organizing events and leading student initiatives, I learned that confidence grows when responsibility is real and voices are valued. TEDx represents more than a stage for me. It is a space where youth ideas are taken seriously and where conversations can move from classrooms into communities. This event is my way of helping ideas find the audience they deserve.

People don’t know I’m good at working quietly behind the scenes to make things run smoothly.