Daily Times

As part of its philosophy of inspiring new ideas and bringing together diverse communities, Habib University (HB), held its second TEDx event on September 28th, 2019. Prominent speakers addressed the important social issues that were being faced by the people of South Asia.

The day-long gathering at the HU campus served as a platform where notable academics, industry experts, innovators, artists, and inspired thinkers from diverse backgrounds shared their work experiences in order to cultivate and engage a community of curious minds with innovative ideas.

According to a HU official, this was HU’s second TEDx event – with the first event being held in 2017. The theme of the conference, ‘What If?’ delved into the discourse that follows South Asia in media, arts, culture and science. It revolved around the idea of reimagining the world and exploring some of the possibilities that lay beyond ordinary human experiences and limitations.

The purpose of this theme was to instill a sense of wonder among people from different communities, which could in turn act as a driving force that would help inspire them towards their overall development.

A number of prominent speakers at the event gave inspirational speeches and shared personal examples with those in attendance, calling on them to step outside their comfort zones and achieve their full potential as individuals with their own unique talents.