In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

Natalia Strokowska loves exploring the world of animals: both domestic pets and wildlife around the globe. A freshly minted doctor of veterinary medicine, she has been travelling for years, getting experience in both clinical and research fields and has recently spoken at the World Veterinary Congress in Prague.