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Meet The Speakers TEDxTinHau Women 2026

A Day Of Talks, Experiences, Networking And Discussions

2026 Oct 02

TEDxTinHau Women is back for 2026 and is celebrating its milestone tenth edition event, set to take place on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the stunning Xiqu Centre. Launched in 2009, TEDx events are locally organized gatherings that bring the community together to share a TED-like experience. Many of these thought-provoking talks have gone on to be featured on TED.com, reaching millions of viewers worldwide.

This year’s theme, “UNCHARTED,” invites audiences to explore the unknown, discover new perspectives, and consider the ideas that arise when we step beyond familiar territory. Reflecting Hong Kong’s unique blend of heritage and innovation, the theme draws inspiration from Tin Hau—the Chinese Goddess of the Sea—embodying curiosity, transformation, and the power of forging uncharted paths. As part of their largest lineup to date, TEDxTinHau Women 2026 promises 13 remarkable speakers across 11 talks, highlighting voices from six countries, speaking eight languages, and representing generations from their 20s to their 60s.

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What’s New in 2026

In addition to inspiring talks, this year’s event includes a vibrant community fair with opportunities to connect with community partners and explore locally relevant brands. A new program segment called “Quests” will also be introduced—intimate, expert-led workshops and excursions designed to go deeper and connect audiences in unexpected ways.

Join TEDxTinHau Women 2026 as we venture into UNCHARTED territory together.

2026 TEDxTinHau Women Event Details

When: Friday, October 2, 2026
Agenda:
- 1pm–2pm: Registration
- 2:15pm–3:45pm: Session One (Live Talks)
- 3:45pm–4:45pm: Community Fair Experience
- 4:45pm–6:15pm: Session Two (Live Talks)
- 6:15pm–7pm: Networking Sessions
Where: Xiqu Centre, 88 Austin Road, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong
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Angela Wong & William Lo

Co-Founders, Strive Foundation And Strive Gold Team

UNCHARTED Talk: Angela and William, a husband-and-wife duo, explore how holistic growth and mentorship can empower young female athletes. Blending elite training with life skills, they challenge limits shaped by economic backgrounds and inspire others to redefine personal and societal boundaries.
Gina Li

Certified Water Sommelier

UNCHARTED Talk: Gina takes audiences on a journey to rediscover water. She explores how water chemistry shapes taste, elevating hydration into an art form. Her talk showcases the fluidity of identity and reveals how small, sensory shifts can spark profound personal growth.
Helen Geng

Assistant Professor of Teaching, Lingnan University

UNCHARTED Talk: Helen reframes the concept of sustainability with stories grounded in Earth’s 4.5-billion-year history. Through her deep-time perspective as a geologist, she uncovers insights on resilience and sustainability that stretch far beyond today’s challenges.
Jane Houng

Author, Humanitarian, and Founder of Becky’s Button

UNCHARTED Talk: After losing her daughter to gender-based violence, Jane uses personal trauma to inspire meaningful action. Her talk highlights the power of turning grief into a force for education, advocacy, and community-building worldwide.
Jo Lodder

Former Jockey, Real Estate Executive, and Endurance Runner

UNCHARTED Talk: Jo examines how shared belief systems expand what’s possible. Drawing on his journey running 3,140 km with students overcoming personal challenges, Jo challenges us to question labels and reimagine what is attainable.
Kazi Anisha Islam

PhD Fellow, University of Hong Kong

UNCHARTED Talk: Kazi explores the powerful intersection of science and storytelling, revealing how uncovering hidden patterns in complex cancer data can transform precision medicine and create hope for patients.
Mary Schaus & Joanna Bowers

Founder of Talos Foundation and Award-Winning Filmmaker (Respectively)

UNCHARTED Talk: Mary and Joanna recount how a simple Facebook post grew into a collaboration that raised awareness for neurodiversity. They explore how “starting before conditions feel perfect” opens the door to unexpected innovations.
Nance Lokos

Designer and Accessibility Advocate

UNCHARTED Talk: Nance makes accessibility personal by showing how poor design excludes users. Through her own experience of visual impairment, she challenges designers to rethink not only beauty but functionality, creating spaces that truly include everyone.
Shiela M. Cancino

Chess Olympiad Competitor, FIDE Woman Candidate Master

UNCHARTED Talk: Using the metaphor of a chessboard, Shiela shares her “Pawn to Queen” philosophy, showcasing how strategy and self-belief allow underestimated individuals to reach their full potential.
Sofie Fella

International Rugby Player, Entrepreneur, Co-Founder of Girls Lift Girls

UNCHARTED Talk: Sofie challenges stereotypes about femininity and strength, highlighting why “becoming a woman” is about growth, strength, and embracing bigness, not shrinking to fit societal expectations.
Stella Jiang

Self-Taught Programmer and AI Innovator

UNCHARTED Talk: Stella shares how AI can give people tools to rebuild self-trust and emotional resilience, transforming vulnerability into choice. Her story of learning coding at 38 illustrates that reinvention is always possible.