Theme: Rewriting the Narrative: From Struggle to Strength

In a world that often defines us by appearances, achievements, or the image we present, it’s easy to overlook the deeper stories that shape who we are. This year’s TEDxYouth@ColegioAmericanoXalapa invites you to go beyond the surface and listen to voices that are courageously rewriting their narratives—turning moments of struggle into sources of strength.

Through powerful talks, personal journeys, and bold ideas, our speakers will explore the challenges they've faced, the lessons they've learned, and how they’ve transformed adversity into resilience, creativity, and purpose. Whether reflecting on mental health, identity, relationships, or social change, each talk aims to break down stigma and remind us that vulnerability is not weakness—it's the starting point of real connection and growth.

COLEGIO AMERICANO DE XALAPA
CARRETERA XALAPA VERACRUZ 12.9
3rd Floor
EMILIANO ZAPATA, Veracruz, 91640
Mexico

Alhondra Aguirre Cancela

College Student

Alhondra is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Ania Colorado Benavides

Student

Ania is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Arantxa Mora Cabrera

Student

Arantxa is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Arantxa Navarro Suarez

Student

Arantxa is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Ariadna Hernández Contreras

College Student

Ariadna is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Arlette K. Maldonado

Student

Arlette is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Arturo Diez Gutiérrez

Storyteller and Poet

Arturo Diez Gutiérrez is a storyteller and poet. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences from UNAM and a Master's in Hispanic American Literature from the University of Guanajuato. His published works include the poetry collection La Sombra de la Mariposa and the short story collection Lucine en Espirales. He currently balances teaching with his writing career.

Diego Gonzalez Naredo

Student

Diego is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, he joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Elvira Quesada Rodríguez

Student

Elvira is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Erandi Sophia Castro Colorado

Student

Erandi Sophia is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Hanna Saffi Cárdenas Huerta

Student

Hanna is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Isabella Villagrán Sánchez

Student

Isabella is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Jessica Marian García Preza

Student

Jessica is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Johanna Regina Nava Sánchez

Student

Johanna Regina Nava is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Juan Pablo Juárez Sigala

Student

Juan Pablo is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, he joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Lauro Rubén Rodríguez Zamora

College Professor

Lauro Rubén is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, he joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

María Rodríguez Cortés

Student

María is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Maria del Pilar Landgrave

Student

Maria del Pilar is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Mariana Duarte Rangel

Student

Mariana Duarte Rangel is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Mary Carmen Martinez Santoyo

Student

Mary Carmen is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Montserrat Quesada Rodríguez

Student

Montserrat is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Nina De Samaniego

Student

Nina is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Oliver García Cerón

Music Produccer

Oliver Garcia is an award-winning music producer and composer who recently shared his insights at TEDx Youth 2025. With a career spanning over 15 years, he has been instrumental in shaping the sound of various musical landscapes, working with a diverse range of artists and projects.

Oswaldo Leyva Flores

Student

Oswaldo is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, he joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Paulina Rizzo

Student

Paulina Rizzo is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Regina Mendez

Student

Regina is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Santiago Landgrave Saldaña

Student

Santiago is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, he joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Valentina Lugo Islas

Student

Valentina Lugo is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Valentina Morales Murrieta

Student

Valentina is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.

Valeria Castillo Hernández

Student

Valeria is passionate about sharing ideas that inspire reflection, connection, and positive change. With unique experiences and a personal perspective, she joins TEDxYouth to spark conversations and encourage others to see the world in new ways.