TEDxParadeplatz

Igniting Exponential Ideas in the Heart of Heidelberg

TEDxParadeplatz is not just an event—it's a vibrant ecosystem of ideas, connections, and collaborations, rooted in the spirit of Heidelberg's innovative ecosystem. Every aspect of our community is shaped by values that guide our vision:

  • Curiosity sparks the pursuit of knowledge, inspiring questions that challenge the status quo
  • Empathy creates authentic connections, fostering an environment where support and understanding flourish
  • Diversity enhances our discussions by bringing diverse perspectives that enrich our community
  • Collaboration turns individual insights into collective innovation, driving progress for all

These values form the bedrock of TEDxParadeplatz, where ideas grow, and the community thrives in a space built on open dialogue and shared inspiration.

TEDxParadeplatz is a call to action for those who believe in the transformative power of community, the magic of networking, and the beauty of diversity.

Join us in Heidelberg for TEDxParadeplatz 2025.

Together, let’s push boundaries, challenge conventional thinking, and shape the future.

 

Our Vision

Values and tenets that guide our activities

At TEDxParadeplatz, we're driven by a set of core values that shape everything we do. These principles aren't just words on a page - they're the heartbeat of our community, the compass that guides our journey of discovery and innovation. These values and tenets are the foundation of TEDxParadeplatz. They guide our decisions, shape our content, and inspire us to continually strive for excellence in spreading ideas worth sharing.

 At TEDxParadeplatz, community is the heart of everything we do. We recognize that our success is interconnected with the success of those around us. By building strong relationships with our neighbors, partners, and stakeholders, we create a foundation where innovation and collaboration thrive. This commitment to community is embedded in our values of networking, diversity, and inclusivity—principles that drive us to foster a dynamic, resilient ecosystem that benefits all.

Networking is key to our approach, as we understand that traditional boundaries between business, academia, and community are increasingly blurred. By bridging these sectors, we unlock opportunities for growth, innovation, and social impact—creating a platform for ideas to thrive.

Inspiration & Ideas

Inspiration & Ideas

Remember the wonder of childhood? We'd explore endlessly, asking countless questions. That curiosity didn't vanish as we grew up. The world still brims with inspiration and undiscovered ideas. By fostering an environment where these ideas can flourish, we believe we can spark positive change across the globe.

Innovation

Curiosity & Innovation

We believe in the power of asking questions. Curiosity is the spark that ignites groundbreaking ideas and drives us to explore beyond the boundaries of the known. We encourage our speakers and attendees to approach the world with wonder, to challenge assumptions, and to seek new perspectives. Imagine a world where ideas spark like fireworks, illuminating the darkness of the unknown. This is the realm of innovation, where visionaries dare to dream beyond the horizon. In labs and garages alike, minds ignite with possibilities, challenging what we thought we knew. Here, curiosity is the fuel, experimentation the engine, and collaboration the highway to progress. In this landscape of boundless imagination, we're not just solving today's puzzles – we're painting tomorrow's masterpiece, one groundbreaking idea at a time.

Fearless Imagination

Fearless Imagination

Picture a world where dreams take flight, unbound by the gravity of doubt. This is the realm of fearless imagination, where bold ideas burst into life like fireworks in the night sky. Here, we're not just thinkers, but explorers charting unknown territories of the mind. We face our fears head-on, transforming them into fuel for our creative engines. Like a tiger unleashing its roar, we challenge the world as it is, daring to reshape it into what it could be. In this playground of possibility, we're not just problem-solvers – we're reality-shapers, crafting tomorrow's world with each audacious thought. We're not content with the status quo. Our events are designed to push boundaries, challenge conventional thinking, and inspire creative solutions to complex problems. We seek out speakers and ideas that offer fresh perspectives and have the potential to catalyze meaningful change.

Diversity & Perspective

Diversity & Perspective

Imagine a vibrant tapestry, woven from threads of every color and texture. That's our TEDxParadeplatz community. Here, scientists mingle with artists, entrepreneurs chat with philosophers, and every voice adds a unique hue to our collective story. We don't just accept diversity; we revel in it. As you share your perspective, you'll find ears eager to listen and minds ready to embrace new ideas. In this kaleidoscope of experiences, empathy flourishes, and understanding deepens. Ideas are for everyone. We're committed to creating a space where diverse voices are not only heard but celebrated. Our events bring together people from all walks of life, fostering an environment where different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints can converge to create a richer tapestry of ideas. Come, add your thread to our ever-expanding masterpiece!

Discussion & Sharing

Discussion & Sharing

Picture a bustling marketplace of ideas, where thoughts collide and spark like fireworks. That's the essence of TEDxParadeplatz. We've crafted a space where conversations ignite, and minds meet in open dialogue. As knowledge and opinions flow freely, something magical happens. Great ideas don't exist in a vacuum. Ideas merge and multiply, creating a symphony of understanding. In this crucible of sharing, empathy blooms, and society's fabric grows stronger with each exchanged word. We foster an environment of open dialogue and collaboration, where attendees can connect, share insights, and build upon each other's ideas. We believe that the most powerful solutions often emerge when diverse minds come together.

Networking & Communication

Networking & Communication

In a world where "individualism" and "personal success" are celebrated, we at TEDxParadeplatz take a different path. We weave a fabric of shared experiences, creating a vibrant space where connections flourish. Here, minds open like flowers in spring, and every thought finds its voice. At our events, isolation melts away, replaced by the warmth of genuine human connection.

Community

Community

Knowledge is power, and we believe in equipping our community with the tools to make a difference. Our goal is not just to share ideas, but to inspire action. We encourage our attendees to take what they learn at our events and apply it in their own lives and communities. Imagine a vibrant ecosystem where ideas flourish and connections thrive. That's our TEDxParadeplatz community. We're not just a group of event attendees; we're a living, breathing organism, pulsing with shared dreams and collective energy.

Our shared values form the DNA of this community:

  • Curiosity sparks our endless quest for knowledge
  • Empathy allows us to truly understand and connect with each other
  • Diversity brings a kaleidoscope of perspectives, enriching our discussions
  • Collaboration transforms individual sparks into blazing innovations

These principles aren't just words on a page. They're the very air we breathe at our gatherings, the fertile soil from which our events sprout and grow. Every conversation, every presentation, every chance encounter is infused with this spirit.

Solving for X

What are TEDx events?

TEDx Events

Ideas change everything

In this spirit, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TED Talks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event.

TEDx events include live speakers and recorded TED Talks, and are organized independently under a free license granted by TED. These events are not controlled by TED, but event organizers agree to abide by our format, and are offered guidelines for curation, speaker coaching, event organizing and more.

TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. Started as a four-day conference in California 30 years ago, TED has grown to support its mission with multiple initiatives. The two annual TED Conferences invite the world’s leading thinkers and doers to speak for 18 minutes or less. Many of these talks are then made available, free, at TED.com. TED speakers have included Bill Gates, Jane Goodall, Elizabeth Gilbert, Sir Richard Branson, Nandan Nilekani, Philippe Starck, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Sal Khan and Daniel Kahneman.

The annual TED Conference takes place each spring in Vancouver, British Columbia. TED’s media initiatives include TED.com, where new TED Talks are posted daily; TED Translators, which provides subtitles and interactive transcripts as well as translations from volunteers worldwide; the educational initiative TED-Ed.

TED has established The Audacious Project that takes a collaborative approach to funding ideas with the potential to create change at thrilling scale; TEDx, which supports individuals or groups in hosting local, self- organized TED-style events around the world, and the TED Fellows program, helping world-changing innovators from around the globe to amplify the impact of their remarkable projects and activities.