Theme: Unity and Belonging

Themed "Unity and Belonging," the event explores the powerful ways in which individuals with different backgrounds can come together to create a sense of connection and shared purpose. Through inspiring talks, personal stories, artistic performances, and innovative ideas, our speakers will delve into how fostering unity and cultivating belonging in our schools, neighbourhoods, and society leads to stronger, more resilient communities. This event aims to spark meaningful conversations and encourage youth to reflect on their role in creating environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

The British School of Beijing, Shunyi
9 Anhua St, Shunyi District
Theatre
Beijing, Beijing, 100103
China

Angelina Zhu

Student

Angelina Zhu (flute) is a student in Year 12 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Together with Kaki Li (piano) she will perform 'Nocturne' by Herman Beeftink.

Aubrey Caudill

Student

Aubrey Caudill is a student in Year 11 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Together with Gabriella Wilson and Reagan Caudill she will perform an original contemporary dance entitled "Puzzle Pieces."

Gabriella Wilson

Student

Gabriella Wilson is a student in Year 11 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Together with Aubrey Caudill and Reagan Caudill she will perform an original contemporary dance entitled "Puzzle Pieces."

Jai Coffey

Master of Ceremonies

Jai Coffey is a student in Year 10 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. "What’s the point in doing anything when AI can do it for us?", his first talk, was presented at the TEDxBSB Shunyi Youth event in 2023.

Kaki Li

Student

Kaki Li (piano) is a student in Year 12 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Together with Angelina Zhu (flute) she will perform 'Nocturne' by Herman Beeftink.

Keira Veronica Cusack

Student

Keira Veronica Cusack is a student in Year 8 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Her talk, "Why make friends if they're all going to leave?," presents her experiences with friends leaving and having to make new friends. It's about what she learned in the process about the importance of cherishing the moments you have with your friends.

Muzi Lei

Student

Muzi Lei (Dudu) is a student in Year 9 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. She will perform the Indian classical dance Bharatnatyam.

Reagan Caudill

Student

Reagan Caudill is a student in Year 10 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Together with Gabriella Wilson and Aubrey Caudill she will perform an original contemporary dance entitled "Puzzle Pieces."

Ruoyin Hao

Student

Ruoyin Hao (Audrey) is a student in Year 11 at the British School of Beijing, Shunyi. Her talk, "Making points into lines, lines into planes," raises the following question: Do we need an ultimate result in our lives? She doesn't think so. Her experiences taught her to see the world with simple joy and purity. This perspective pulled her back from the abyss of perfectionism, utilitarian thinking, and endless vanity and allowed her to see and approach art in a new, more authentic, way.