Gigi Chao to speak at 2019 TEDxTinHauWomen in Hong Kong
From an architect to a planetary scientist, the third edition of the TEDx event explores how females with varying perspectives can be bold and brilliant
Diversity is a big part of the annual TEDxTinHauWomen talks. The December 6 event is no exception, covering topics from life on Mars to ageing. And while the speakers’ backgrounds and stories differ, they all fit the “Bold & Brilliant” theme.
“These women are so dynamic and bold in their fields,” says the event’s co-chair Jennifer Flowers, settling into her seat at a Wan Chai coffee shop. “Guests will be drawn to them and blown away by them – it will be powerful.”
Flowers is a veteran of TEDx (“technology, entertainment, design”), a non-profit organisation built on sharing ideas through conferences and talks. A decade ago, she was involved in the launch of TEDxShanghaiWomen before bringing a similar event to Hong Kong, where it is now in its third year.
“We found women wanted a positive community to share stories about how they are making a difference in this city. This event does just that […] it bridges the gap between women from all walks of life, no matter what demographic, ethnicity or age,” says the mother of two, adding that this year’s speakers range in age from 25 (poet Jesamine Dyus) to 73 (sexuality activist Brenda Scofield).
The name, “TinHauWomen”, pays homage to the Chinese goddess of the seaand is a nod to the city’s rich maritime history.
“This year we had 70 applications for just seven spots,” says Flowers.
