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TEDxGalway — Ideas Worth Spreading

Thursday, November 12 | Town Hall Theatre, Galway

TEDxGalway returns to the Town Hall Theatre on Thursday, November 12, bringing together eight inspiring speakers from across sport, science, journalism, healthcare, technology, disability rights, creativity and education.

This year’s diverse line-up includes University of Galway sports director Des Ryan, The Irish Times political correspondent Harry McGee, medical-device innovator Annette Kent, researcher Grace Barnes, Behaviour Analyst Dr. Kristin Ruane, science communicator Jessamyn Fairfield, Galway-born advertising creative Vinny Warren, and occupational therapist and researcher Michelle Bergin.

From elite sport and medical innovation to smartphone addiction, human rights, children's play, journalism, advertising and the future of our communities, each speaker brings a unique perspective and a story designed to challenge assumptions and spark conversation.

An evening of ideas worth spreading, TEDxGalway offers audiences the chance to discover new ideas, question the familiar and leave inspired.

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LOCATION

Galway City

 

Based in Galway, on the wild west coast of Ireland, you can always be sure of something a little bit different appearing on the TEDxGalway stage. Our event takes place in the Town Hall Theatre - Galway’s premiere venue for theatre and spoken word performances. A creative and festival-focused city, Galway boasts a great range of excellent restaurants and accommodation options for the weary TEDx traveller.

 
 

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Partners & Sponsors

We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our sponsors who really allowed us to up the production values this year. iSupply for onstage graphics and Staunton Media for cameras, video production and event production. Local outfits that compete keenly on the national and international stage, but still maintain that pure Galway vibe and character.

 
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