TEDxBrainworks School Youth

Speakers

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• Eaint Myat Noe Zaw

  Eaint Myat Noe Zaw, a Secondary 1 student, reflects on the power of being average. Through her personal experiences and the simple moments of everyday life, she invites us to rethink what “average” really means—and to discover that the mid-spectrum, often overlooked, is where connection, consistency, and true meaning quietly thrive.

• Htet Nyi Nyi Htut

  Htet Nyi Nyi Htut, a Secondary 2 student at Brainworks International School, believes learning doesn’t stop with tests. Through his love for hobbies, he shows how they teach grit, focus, teamwork, and resilience, challenging the scorecard mindset and revealing that the skills shaping our future often grow off the timetable.

• Lin Pyae Pyae

  Lin Pyae Pyae, a Secondary 3 student at Brainworks International School, explores the hidden power of confidence and the tricks it can play. Using humor, real-life examples, and science, she shows why the loudest voices often get the spotlight and how to discern real skill behind bravado, inviting us to balance confidence with competence in a world full of performers.

• May Lapyae Han

  May Lapyæ Han, a Secondary 4 student, explores the pressure to constantly “improve” in a world obsessed with productivity. In her talk, she shares personal stories of embracing imperfection, stepping off the endless ladder of self-optimization, and discovering the power of being fully present. She invites us to rethink growth not as a race to be better, but as a journey of living deeply, feeling fully, and being enough just as we are.

• May Lin Myat

  May Lin Myat, a Secondary 4 student, believes emotions like boredom, envy, and sadness can fuel creativity and growth. In her talk, she shares personal stories and historical examples to show how challenges aren’t obstacles; they’re opportunities to innovate, empathize, and take meaningful action.

• Ou Yongsen

  Ou Yongsen, a Secondary 4 student, discovered that the best speakers aren’t the most confident—they’re the most human. In his talk, he shares stories of stage fright and small mistakes that became powerful moments of connection, showing that vulnerability and authenticity make words unforgettable. His message inspires us to speak from the heart, not to impress, but to connect.

• Pinky@Shin Yamone Min

  Pinky@Shin Yamone Min, a Secondary 2 student at Brainworks International School, is fascinated by the digital world and artificial intelligence. In her talk, she explores how AI shapes our daily lives, its power and risks, and she urges us to think critically and act responsibly in a world where technology reflects human values.

• Quan You Zhen

  Quan You Zhen, a Secondary 5 student, explores what the end truly means. Through personal stories, traditions, and history, she shows how memory, love, and remembrance let people live on, turning endings into moments to honor and carry forward the lives that shape us.

• Vihaan Tyagi

  Vihaan Tyagi, a Secondary 2 student at Brainworks International School, explores why the simple desire to be seen is often misunderstood. Through personal stories, he shows that seeking attention isn’t vanity; it’s a fundamental human need, a quiet call for connection. His talk invites us to replace judgment with empathy and truly recognize the value of being seen.

• Yin Myat Mo Han

  Yin Myat Mo Han, a Secondary 4 student at Brainworks International School, explores the universal fear of the unknown. Through personal stories from silent hospital rooms to high-pressure exams she shows that fear isn’t a weakness, but a signal of growth, care, and transformation.