TEDxYouth@Austin Registration Opens

Emily Chang, Executive Editor| January 17, 2017

Technology. Entertainment. Design. These are the ideals and foundations for TED, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing informative talks to the world. On Saturday, Feb. 11, TEDxYouth@Austin brings TED talks to the youth of Austin. TEDxYouth@Austin Common Threads 2017 will feature speakers and performers with unique experiences, from living on Mars and winning in Hollywood to ending homelessness and changing the world with virtual reality. The event will take place at the Westlake High School PAC from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event is free and only requires participants to register beforehand here. Register now to secure a spot in the audience at the 2017 TEDxYouth@Austin event.

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