TEDxYouth@Austin 2018 Registration Opens

Kate Lee, Voices Editor| January 29, 2018

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. 17, TEDxYouth@Austin brings TED talks to the youth of Austin. TEDxYouth@Austin Discomfort Zone 2018 will feature speakers and performers with unique experiences, from discussing gender identity to exploring technology that will help the blind see. 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 2018 TEDxYouth@Austin event!

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