In 3 sentences or less, tell us the big idea you want to share on stage. Keep it short, clear, and powerful. After you post, read a few others and drop a quick comment: - What works well? - What could be sharper? This is your space to practice and support each other.

Thanks again to everyone who joined us for tonight’s Q&A. For those who couldn’t make it, I’ll edit this post soon to include the recording. (Reminder: Thursday’s call will follow the exact same agenda, so no need to attend both.) 📌 Important Resources for Semifinalists: - 2026 Semi-Finalist Information Packet (read carefully — everything you need is here):👉 Information Packet - Video Submission Form (due by October 15 at 11:59 PM CST):👉 Submit Your Video ⚡ Extra Support Opportunity: There are still a few spots left in the Virtual Speaker Bootcamp. This one-week intensive will help you sharpen your idea, get live coaching, and receive feedback from alumni and TEDx veterans. It’s $197 and designed to give you the best possible preparation for this TEDx or any other speaker submission. 👉 Sign up for the Bootcamp We’re excited to see your big ideas take shape. Keep going, you’re closer to the stage than you think! -Durrel and the rest of the TEDxThirdWard Team

I’m Durrel K. Douglas, Curator of TEDxThirdWard, and I’m thrilled you’re here. This community is for dreamers, doers, and everyday storytellers who believe ideas can spark change. Let’s kick things off — introduce yourself in the comments: - Your name - Where you’re from - What bold idea or passion keeps you up at night I'll go first in the comments.