One idea.
A world of possibility.

What’s one idea you believe could change how people think, act, or live?

We’re looking for a clear, original idea supported by experience or evidence and relevant beyond your own profession.

APPLICATION DEADLINENovember 30, 202611:59 p.m. Eastern Time

You don’t need to be a polished speaker. Start with the idea you believe deserves to be heard.

YOUR IDEA STARTS HERE

Tell us what’s worth sharing.

Fields marked * are required. Keep your answers clear and specific.

01 / ABOUT YOU

Full nameEmail addressPhone numberOrganization / affiliation

OPTIONAL / PR CONTACT

If you work with a PR firm or publicist, share their details here.

PR firm namePR contact namePR contact email

02 / APPLICANT BIO

Applicant bio *Tell us about yourself as the speaker.0 / 100 words

03 / PROPOSED TALK

Proposed talk titleYour central idea *What is the one idea you want the audience to understand?0 / 150 wordsWhat makes it fresh? *What would challenge assumptions or surprise the audience?0 / 100 wordsWhy does it matter? *How could this idea make a meaningful difference in the world? What could people do differently?0 / 150 wordsWhat supports it? *Share relevant experience, research, examples, or evidence, with links where available.0 / 150 wordsPrevious speaking links (optional)Prior speaking experience is not required. Add links, if available.

Before you submit

There is no fee to apply or speak. Submission does not guarantee selection; the TEDxLakewood team makes final decisions. Talks must follow TEDx content and copyright guidelines. Recording does not guarantee publication.

Sponsorship is independent of selection. Sponsors and their representatives are ineligible to speak at the event they support.

Your information will be stored for the TEDxLakewood organizing team to review your application and contact you about it. Applications are not publicly visible.

Closes November 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

One idea.A world of possibility.

Tell us what’s worth sharing.

One idea.
A world of possibility.