Welcome to TEDxLausanneWomen, where ideas, inspiration, and innovation converge to celebrate the potential and power innate in all of us. Our event is part of the global TEDx community, dedicated to amplifying voices and sharing stories that challenge the status quo, empower change, and inspire action.
This year’s theme is Look Up, a quiet rebellion against staying stuck in what is. It’s the crucial first step of every moon shot, every fresh track, every broken glass ceiling, every act of courage, every impossible proven wrong. When we look up, we start to imagine. To hope. To believe that more is possible.
TEDxLausanneWomen 2025 is a celebration of those who do exactly that—who challenge the way things are by envisioning something better. Rebels, dreamers, pioneers, disruptors, innovators who know the power of this act of resilience, imagination and belief will be taking the stage this November.
This is your invitation to look up and join us.
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Date
Friday, November 21, 2025
Doors Open: 17h30
Event: 19h00 – 23h00
Ticket Price
Early Bird: 79.– CHF
Normal: 89.– CHF
Student: 69.– CHF
Location
SwissTech Convention Center
Route Louis Favre 2
1020 Ecublens
17:30 – 18:45 Registration
18:45 – 19:00 Welcome & Introduction
19:00 – 20:45 Live speakers
20:45 – 22:30 Networking with drinks & nibbles
22:30 – 23:00 Closing
Here’s a glimpse of what unfolded on stage at TEDxLausanneWomen 2024—where stories moved us, ideas challenged us, and something powerful shifted in the room.
It was more than an event—it was a reminder of what happens when voices rise and hearts open.
Explore our picture gallery from the event. Let it inspire you as we get ready to gather again, to dream even bigger. Because what we witnessed last year was only the beginning.
Before we look up, let’s look back.
The 2024 edition of TEDxLausanneWomen brought unforgettable stories, radical ideas, and brave perspectives to the stage. While we get ready for what’s next, explore the talks that moved minds and hearts last year.
Each one is a reminder that a single idea—shared out loud—can change everything.
Tess Holliday
Super Model, Body Positivity & Inclusivity Pioneer, Founder #Eff
YourBeautyStandards
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Maya Gabeira
World Record Holder in Big Wave Surf, UNESCO Champion for Ocean and Youth
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Dr Naomi Potter
Hormone Doctor, Menopause Revolutionary, Best Selling Author of Menopausing
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BC Serna
Purpose Mentor, Conscious Masculinity Coach
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Thank you to our partners for this edition!
Make yourself at home with us!
The AFTERWORK Hotel welcomes you every day, whether it’s for a business seminar, an overnight stay in one of our 136 comfortable rooms, or a meal in our restaurant, open non-stop from 12 pm to 10 pm.
Need a space for a client meeting in the area? Our lobby offers plenty of cozy spots for private conversations.
Looking for a bit of peace amid the bustle of life? Our hotel is pleasantly tucked away in a green setting, away from traffic, ensuring truly restful nights.
Pure Purple is a dynamic agency specializing in brand strategy, project management, and creative campaign development. They work with global brands, offering innovative solutions that drive impactful engagement across various industries. Their expertise spans brand building, strategic direction, and energizing projects with a fresh, purpose-driven approach. Pure Purple aims to inspire transformative connections between brands and audiences.
CCHE is a Swiss architectural firm offering comprehensive services in landscape architecture, urban planning, architecture, interior design, and project realization. With a multidisciplinary team of over 350 professionals across 25 specialties, CCHE manages projects from initial conception to final completion. The firm operates from seven offices located in Lausanne, Geneva, Nyon, the Vallée de Joux, Zürich, and Porto, Portugal.
One Planet Lab supports projects for a more resource-friendly future. Whether it's a first idea, a new research concept or a concrete sharing economy project, One Planet Lab gives you access to knowledge and puts you in touch with other pioneers.
One Planet Lab supports projects for a more resource-friendly future. Whether it's a first idea, a new research concept or a concrete sharing economy project, One Planet Lab gives you access to knowledge and puts you in touch with other pioneers.
Eldora Traiteur provides originality, creativity and sophistication for all receptions; they aim to surpass their clients’ expectations and delight their guests. To do this, their talented chefs provide a wide variety of culinary offers, reinventing and personalising them for each new event.
North Communications is a Swiss-based creative agency specializing in communication strategy, public relations, event planning, and creative direction. They prioritize unique, tailored strategies that enhance brand authenticity through strong client relationships and innovative projects. With offices in Lausanne and Sion, North Communication helps clients achieve impactful, memorable brand positioning.
Sassan Salamian is an independent video creator based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializing in crafting impactful, emotion-driven stories that foster human connection. His approach spans the entire production process, from scriptwriting to filming and post-production, ensuring that each video resonates deeply with its audience. Sassan’s work prioritizes storytelling that leaves a lasting impression beyond visual aesthetics.
Sundays Seltzer is a Swiss brand offering premium hard seltzers and hard iced teas made with natural ingredients, Swiss mountain water, and low-sugar, gluten-free recipes. Known for bold, refreshing flavors like peach green tea and lime mint, Sundays emphasizes mindful drinking and sustainability. The brand is led by a women-founded team dedicated to crafting beverages that enhance social moments.
TEDx is a celebration of ideas and more than just a conference; it's an immersive experience. By choosing a professional theater, we ensure top-notch acoustics, captivating atmosphere, and seamless tech integration, creating an unforgettable journey of ideas.
This is TEDx at its best – amplified by a venue that lives up to our speakers' brilliance and our audience's passion.
Here, innovation meets inspiration, and passion converges with purpose, creating a fertile ground for the seeds of transformation.
In this vibrant and dynamic environment, individuals from all walks of life converge to drive positive impacts. Our TEDxLausanne stage will welcome talks on artificial intelligence, art, economy of the environment, personal growth, gender equality, to name a few.
In this lively and dynamic environment, participants, partners and speakers will exchange ideas over a cocktail reception and networking activities.
This event is not just a gathering; it's a catalyst for change, cultivating a brighter future for our world today and laying the foundation for the one we aspire to build tomorrow.
“Where Change Begins” sets the stage for a world characterized by progress, innovation, and lasting change. We bring diverse perspectives, expertise, and unwavering passion, fostering an atmosphere where ideas take root and actions are ignited.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to be at the forefront of change. Secure your spot and join us for a day that promises to inspire, challenge, and spark the flame of transformation.
TEDxLausanne Women 2019
BOLD +BRILLANT
This is our year to be bold and brilliant — without apology. We’re shining a spotlight on dazzling ideas.
TEDxLausanne Women 2018
Showing Up
Courageous women claiming their right, shining their light, and driving real, meaningful change.
TEDxLausanne Women 2016
It's About Time
Isn't it about time to find long-term solutions to climate change, poverty, immigration, violence, race, gender and economic inequities?
TEDxLausanne Women 2015
Momentum
Momentum. Moving forward. Gaining speed. Building traction.
Since 2010, the TEDxLausanne community seeks to extend the TED experience at a regional level.
TEDxLausanne has hosted 17 events, given the opportunity to more than 100 amazing people to share their ideas through outstanding talks, thanks to the work of more than 200 volunteers and leading to hundreds of thousand views of our videos across the world.
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.
Our event is called TEDxLausanne, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxLausanne event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
At TEDx Lausanne, we hold a steadfast belief: true change begins by focusing on our immediate sphere of influence. We understand that effective systemic change is not solely an individual responsibility but a collective endeavor.
Together, let's explore the power of collective action and ignite the sparks of transformation.