Past TEDx event

TEDxRIS Youth

Poke The Bear

Took placeMarch 19, 20263:30 PM - 5:00 PM (GMT+7)
LocationBangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
FormatYouth
This event will be under the theme of "Poke The Bear", in which 7 immaculate speakers, ranging from grades 6 to 10, will share their own experiences, thoughts, and opinions on "poking the bear". Held in the Performing Arts Center at Ruamrudee International School, the audience will be able to take in the powerful speeches of these young individuals, whose topics vary from defying society's bizarre beauty standards to challenging oneself to be "uncomfortable" in a world where comfort is the new norm. The bear manifests in many forms, it is simply a matter of when and how one will poke it.

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

  • Daytanun Sawasdirak

    Student

    Daytanun (Dayton) Sawasdirak is involved in a wide array of extracurriculars such as MUN, robotics, and also plays musical instruments such as the guitar.

  • Korn Yodinlom

    Student

    Korn is an aspiring engineer. He is a band kid, a middle school student council member, and is currently acting as the deputy secretary general for MUN

  • Paradee Chalothorn

    Student

    Paradee (Paulene) Chalothorn is an 8th grader who aspires to be a doctor and has also achieved a gold medal at the International Science and Math Olympiad 2025.

  • Pimnapa Trivisvavet

    Student

    Pimnapa (Pim) Trivisvavet is an extremely passionate 10th grader who simply wishes her messages about society's unattainable beauty standards will stick with the audience.

  • Thanawanta Payupwattanawong

    Student

    Thanawanta (Novem) Payupwattanawong is a part of iGem, MUN, Academic Bowl, Stem Club, and the JV Basketball Team.

  • Varisra Sirivongse

    Student

    Varisra (Jaja) Sirivongse has participated in several public speaking events and has even received a second place award in a Future Leaders Speech Competition two years ago

  • Vivee Charoentanyarak

    Student

    Vivee (Vivi) Charoentanyarak is said to enjoy writing speeches more than actually presenting them but decided to challenge herself with this opportunity. Vivi is involved with MUN, IGEM, and theater arts at RIS, a truly well-rounded individual.

Organizing team