TEDxSesame University

Speakers

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

• Ahmed Nouisser

  In addition to his professional work, Ahmed serves as President of the Tunisian Kendo League, combining leadership in both business and sport to foster excellence and discipline. He brings expertise in leading strategic initiatives that drive organizational transformation.

• Alix Willemez

  Alix Willemez is a climate governance expert, resilience strategist, author, and international speaker. She helps organizations translate complex science and policy into actionable strategies that foster human and ecological resilience. With over 19 years of experience across Africa, Europe, and the Pacific, Alix inspires audiences to embrace optimism and transformation in the face of uncertainty, while advising institutions on climate-resilient solutions and translating complex ideas into impactful narratives.

• Amina Elkefi

  Amina El Kefi is a clinical neuropsychologist, researcher, and part-time university lecturer with expertise in clinical neuropsychology. She currently serves as Monitoring & Evaluation National Coordinator at SOS Children’s Villages, combining research, teaching, and applied practice to improve child and adolescent well-being through evidence-based programs and interventions.

• Brahim Hnich

  Professor Brahim Hnich is an international AI researcher and expert in constraint programming. With a PhD from Uppsala University, he has led major research projects, published extensively in top AI and computer science journals, and developed innovative solutions for complex computational problems. His work bridges foundational AI theory and practical applications, shaping the next generation of intelligent systems and computer scientists.

• Fatma Ben Lakhdhar

  Fatma Ben Lakhdhar is an AI Engineer, Product Owner, and NLP Practitioner specializing in Machine Learning, LLMs, Computer Vision, and Generative and Agentic AI. She has deployed AI systems across multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, administration, airlines, sports, and agriculture. She has also contributed to an AI-based neuroscience study with IEEE EMBS. Additionally, she runs a YouTube channel in Tunisian Arabic to make AI education more accessible to local communities.

• Mohamed Falfoul

  Dr. Mohamed Falfoul is a child and adolescent psychiatrist, international trainer, and youth empowerment consultant. He bridges healthcare, education, and civic engagement to design programs and policies that amplify youth voices and drive systemic impact. Founder of Association YOUTH CLUBs and advisor to Tunisia’s Ministry of Youth and Sports, Mohamed has led national strategies, and contributed to initiatives promoting equitable education and youth development.

• Wiem Ben Amara

  Wiem Ben Amara is a PhD researcher in Genetics and Molecular Biology at the University of Tunis El Manar and a seasoned biology educator for IGCSE, AS, and AL levels (Cambridge & Pearson). She teaches at CIS International School of Tunis, creates educational videos, and fosters learning through her roles as a trainer at JCI Tunisia and Director of JCI Zarzouna Book Club. Wiem combines scientific expertise with a passion for education and community engagement.