The Speakers
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Through Another Lens
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Zain Khan
Student at West Forsyth High School
"Ever feel like you're caught in a digital bubble, surrounded by voices that only echo your own?"
Zain Khan, a student at West Forsyth High School, is passionate about unraveling the complexities of echo chamber paradoxes and their impact on human interactions. In his upcoming talk, Zain will avidly explore how these paradoxes influence our perceptions and interactions. He invites you to join him on a thought-provoking journey into the world of information and polarization.
Diya Yadav
Student at Alliance Academy for Innovation
"Oops! I forgot my phone...Does technology make us more alone?"
Diya Yadav is a third-year student at Alliance Academy with a passion for writing and creating poetry. Her poetic expressions often revolve around her deep-seated interests and passions. Beyond her literary pursuits, Diya is an outdoor enthusiast who finds solace in the beauty of nature. When not immersed in books or crafting verses, she can be found exploring the great outdoors, savoring every moment.

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Paul Kim
SOC Analyst at Frigid Security Solutions
"Why pick a door lock when you could just take the hinges off?"
In his talk, Paul Kim, an alumni from Alliance Academy's Cybersecurity Pathway will explore how the bad guys exploit physical vulnerabilities to break into everyday items, and what you can do to keep your stuff safe.
Ritisha Lingampally
Student at South Forsyth High School
"It's time to redefine the narrative on mental health."
Ritisha Lingampally, a senior from South Forsyth High, is on a mission to blend neuroscience, psychology, and cutting-edge wearable technology to revolutionize mental health. She is deeply passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding mental illnesses and believes in the power of technology to create meaningful change. Ritisha is a compassionate advocate dedicated to fostering empathy and understanding for those dealing with mental health conditions. She is currently writing a systematic review analysis on wearables.

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Sritan Chiluka
Longtermist Advocate &
Student at North Forsyth High School
"An average mammalian species lives for 1 million years...Proportionally, considering an average human's lifespan, humanity is only 13 years old."
Sritan Chiluka, a student at North Forsyth High, is an enthusiast dedicated to the longevity and prosperity of humanity. He believes that we are in a crucial time in history where we can have an extraordinary impact on billions of lives in the future, which drives him to share this insight with others.
Charvi Thanakanti
Student at Denmark High School
"Do we see de-extinction as a moral obligation, as a chance to rectify our past mistakes? Or is it a distraction from more pressing conservation efforts?"
Charvi Thanakanti, a student at Denmark High is an enthusiast dedicated to exploring intriguing and controversial topics in the field of biology. She believes it's crucial to consider the ethical dilemmas behind scientific advancements.

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Sheil Dharan
Student at Denmark High School
A senior at Denmark High and a Former NASA Ames Research Intern, Sheil Dharan invites you to rediscover the wonder, beauty, and meaning of our cosmos on a narrative celestial voyage. So sit back, relax, and chart a course for the stars. National Geographic style.
Agenda
Nov 4
5:30
Doors Open
6:00
Event Starts
7:30
Event Ends
7:40
Post Show Networking Ends
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The Venue
1150 Dahlonega Hwy
Cumming, GA 30040
The Black Box Theatre inside the FoCAL Center.
Includes full pipe grid and perimeter cat walk 43' 46' Storage Stowable riser seating, and chairs. Max capacity 250.

Our Mission
To Build A Platform Where Students Inspire Other Students:
By inviting curious young minds to share their insights, we strive to create a community based on inclusion, thoughtfulness, and open-mindedness. At TEDxAlliance Academy Youth, we are driven by the ambition to create a platform for Forsyth County students, educators, and alumni to express their unique perspectives and innovative ideas. Our goal is to inspire our community to think differently, shed light on notions hidden in plain sight, and analyze familiar concepts from novel perspectives. We invite you to join us on this multidisciplinary journey to explore a realm of possibilities and view the world Through Another Lens.
Through Another Lens
Re-imagining The Known



Meet The Team
The Cumming City Youth Council



We are a group of high school students from Alliance Academy and Forsyth Central High. Almost all of our organizing committee serves on the Cumming City Youth Council.

Special Thanks
Mr. J. Blandford
Mr. P. Higgins
Ms. Crystal
Mrs. D. Phipps & Mrs. E. Mercer at FoCAL
Mr. K. Mercer
Mrs. L. Robinson
Mrs. H. Kim-Han
Acknowledgements:
Jackson Moskowitz
Camden Malone
Joao Conde Botelho Da Costa
Joshua Chelliah
Makayla Spriggs