Brighton is known for its creativity, community, and forward-thinking spirit, and there’s no event that embodies this more than TEDxBrighton. This year, the much-anticipated event returns with a theme that couldn’t be more timely: PLANET HOPE. Taking place on April 4th, 2025, at the Brighton Dome, it’s set to be an inspiring day of ideas, innovation, and action.
What is TEDx?
TEDxBrighton is back, and this year, everything has been reimagined.
A full day of TEDx talks featuring 20+ speakers and performers, all offering a fresh perspective under the theme Planet Hope—a lens through which we can see the world with positivity, creativity, and clarity.
🌎 A place that offers community in times of crisis.
🌍 A place that offers creativity to essential causes.
🌏 A place that offers clarity to our greatest challenges.
Through a curated collection of powerful, accomplished, and provocative speakers and performers, TEDxBrighton promises to give you new ways to look at the world, filling you with joy, optimism, and imagination.
Over the coming months, more speakers, performers, and ways to contribute to TEDxBrighton will be revealed. But today, we invite you to secure your ticket to one of the largest and longest-running TEDx events in the world, crafted with love by a small team of generous volunteers.
TEDx events are independently organised, local events that bring communities together to share ideas worth spreading. Inspired by the global TED movement, TEDx conferences feature speakers, performances, and interactive discussions designed to spark curiosity, challenge perspectives, and encourage meaningful conversations. TEDxBrighton is part of this international network, offering a platform for local voices to share innovative and inspiring ideas that can create real change.
A Message from Toby Moore, Director of TEDxBrighton
"This year, I am incredibly excited to bring our theme, PLANET HOPE, to life on the TEDxBrighton stage. It is a concept I have been developing in my mind for years, a creative and academic exploration that brings together humanity’s biggest questions with the science and innovation needed to create real solutions for a happier, healthier world.
Speakers like Kevan Smith, Kaia Allen Bevan, and Aflo the Poet will bring a local edge of activism and social entrepreneurship, offering guiding lights on what is possible, right here, right now.
Alongside them, Jenna Rhodes-Tiwana, Susan Charlesworth, and Sam Zindle will weave stories of science, nature, space, and progress, painting a vision of the bold, bright future our planet could embrace."
Speaker Spotlights: Who’s Taking the Stage?
TEDxBrighton’s speaker lineup is packed with inspiring individuals who are changing the world with their ideas and actions. Here’s a glimpse at some of the thought leaders taking the stage:
Kevan Smith – Movements don’t happen by accident; they are built piece by piece. Kevan, who started his journey at TEDxBrighton last year, has seen his movement grow exponentially. His talk, “Why Starting a Movement Is Almost as Good as Starting a Cult,” will challenge our understanding of community action and inspire attendees to create real change.
Kaia Allen Bevan – A Forbes-featured activist and the CEO of Youth The Gap CIC, Kaia has been a leading voice in racial justice since the age of 16. From organising Brighton’s BLM demonstrations to tackling educational inequities, she is reshaping how we approach learning on a global scale. This year, Kaia will also be co-hosting TEDxBrighton, ensuring a powerful and engaging experience for all attendees.
Aflo the Poet – A spoken word artist, activist, and academic, Aflo uses her poetry to amplify voices, spark conversations, and challenge the systems shaping our world. Her performance will explore how creative expression can drive real social change.
Jenna Rhodes-Tiwana – As humanity stands on the brink of becoming an interplanetary species, Jenna, a lunar strategist, will challenge us to rethink our approach to space exploration in her talk, “Interplanetary Hope: Can We Avoid Repeating History?” Will we carry forward old systems of inequality, or build something truly new?
Susan Charlesworth – A specialist in high-performance psychology, Susan has worked with astronauts, Antarctic explorers, and business leaders operating under extreme pressure. Her talk will unlock the science behind resilience, innovation, and peak performance, helping us push past our limits.
Sam Zindle – A business leader and climate advocate, Sam is launching Generation Restoration, a movement dedicated to long-term environmental action. His TEDxBrighton talk will inspire attendees to turn their concern for climate change into meaningful, sustainable action.
Why This Matters to Connected Brighton: Building Community and Inspiring Change
At Connected Brighton, our mission is to connect residents, businesses, and visitors through curated experiences that celebrate and support our city's independent enterprises. We believe in the power of community and the importance of fostering meaningful connections.
TEDxBrighton's theme, PLANET HOPE, resonates deeply with our values. The event's focus on innovative solutions for a happier, healthier world aligns with our dedication to positive change within Brighton. By attending, we hope our community members will be inspired to engage in local initiatives, support our vibrant independent businesses, and contribute to a sustainable future for our city.
We encourage everyone to join us at TEDxBrighton to connect with like-minded individuals, gain fresh perspectives, and be part of a movement that strives for a better tomorrow. Together, we can transform hope into action within our community.
Be Part of the Conversation
Book Your Ticket – Exclusive Member Discount
Book your ticket now for TEDxBrighton and be part of an inspiring day of ideas and innovation. If you're a Connected Brighton member, you get an exclusive 20% discount on your ticket! To claim your discount, simply visit your Members Area and retrieve your unique discount code before purchasing your ticket. Join us in supporting TEDxBrighton and experience the power of PLANET HOPE firsthand. It’s more than an event—it’s a movement for a better, brighter world.
🎟️ Get your tickets now at tedxbrighton.com and be part of something extraordinary.
📅 Date: 4th April 2025
📍 Venue: Brighton Dome
⏰ Doors Open: 10 AM – Show Ends: 5 PM
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