We are entering an era of unique challenges and opportunities, driven by the astonishing revolution in technology.
To thrive, we humans will have to raise our game. We must figure out the best forms of collaboration with AI and confidently reassert the values that truly, deeply matter.
TEDs 40th anniversary is a celebration of a future worth having and those leading the way with creativity, ingenuity, courage, wisdom and generosity.
SPEAKER LINEUP
Meet the speakers for TED2024! Learn more about the transformative lineup of changemakers that took the stage.
80+ electrifying TED Talks, interviews, performances, and other surprises in a custom-built theater.
Discovery Sessions
Learn something new or go on an adventure with these deep-dive workshops, activities and excursions.
Dinners and parties
From dance parties to inspired dinner conversations, make deep connections with kindred souls who uplift your spirit.
Access to TEDConnect
Our award-winning networking app is your conference companion. See your personalized schedule, view the attendee and speaker list, plus use it year-round to stay connected.
Meeting spaces and lounges
Cozy spaces to watch, tweet or blog as you view the talks on-screen… and connect around powerful ideas.
TED Donor and Patron memberships power TED's mission as a nonprofit and provide a premium experience to the best of the conference with exclusive invitations to private events, special access to TED speakers, and premium conference benefits.
Terry Moore
TED Patron
Anne Devlin
TED Donor
Mark Moschel
TED Donor
Vancouver, Canada
The Brave and the Brilliant
Vancouver Convention Centre
The Vancouver Convention Centre offers both scale and intimacy. At its heart is a soaring space where TED's stage designers create a custom theater designed to maximize the impact of talks, permitting multiple configurations for sitting, listening, conversations, exploration of new ideas and connecting with speakers — a bold rethinking of the conference experience.
Outside the theater, the focus is on beautiful spaces for connections, conversations and diving deeper into ideas through exhibits, workshops and experiences.
TED is where innovation meets inspiration and impact. It gave me the opportunity to present my vision for a more inclusive world and connected me with those who are equally passionate about a brighter future.
Christian Bayerlein
To hear so many inspiring doers, thinkers, innovators - it's an intellectual rejuvenation for me.
Jennifer Zhu Scott
TED was a transformative experience that continues to change the course of my life
Björn Lubetzki
TED is my New Year's day. For 19 years it’s been the place where I reset, refresh my mind, plan my goals and embrace the year ahead.
Ramana Rao
TED is like a vacation for my mind, spirit and soul. I emerge recharged and ready to tackle my biggest challenges.
Dr. Don Gerson
How the application process works
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Once you’ve verified your account (for new accounts only), you’ll answer several questions that help us understand a bit more about you. This includes optional demographic questions that help us grow the community thoughtfully. You’re welcome to complete the application in multiple sittings — your partially completed application will be saved to your account.
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You’ll need to provide payment information but you won’t be charged until your application is reviewed and approved.
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