Back to All Events
Archived Flagship EditionEdition // 2023
TEDxSMIU 2023
Theme: “Break The Shackles”
DateWednesday, September 20, 2023
VenueSir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Capacity300 Delegates
Speakers17 Talks
Curatorial Statement
Transforming Thought Into Reality
Let this be the day we remember, let it not mark an end, but rather a beginning in the historic legacy of Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU). #TEDxSMIU
Together, we witnessed the transformation of thought into tangible reality.
We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our remarkable speakers, who ignited our minds and left us with a renewed sense of purpose. Your stories will continue to resonate and inspire long after this event. A special shoutout to our sponsors, partners, and the entire TEDx SMIU team, whose dedication and hard work made this event a resounding success. Your support was instrumental in bringing this vision to life.
The Stage
Delivered Live at SMIUKeynote Talks & Speakers (17)
Talk 01
Azekah Daniel
Actor
Talk Title
Azekah Daniel's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 02
Yousuf Bashir Qureshi
Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur, Artist
Talk Title
Yousuf Bashir Qureshi's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 03
Ali Ahmad Awan
Clinical Psychologist | Relationship Therapist
Talk Title
The Psychology of Love, Attachment and Healing
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 04
Erica Robin
Miss Universe Pakistan
Talk Title
Beyond the Crown: Redefining Representation
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 05
Sikander Bizenjo
Strategic Partnerships, Global Engagement
Talk Title
Sikander Bizenjo's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 06
Manisha Ropeta
Police Officer
Talk Title
Manisha Ropeta's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 07
Huma Rehan Mirza
Co-Founder, TSD Design House & Wear x TSD
Talk Title
Agility: The Foundation of Bold Leadership
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 08
Dr Farah Essa Zaidi
Global Health Education, Certified SECP Director
Talk Title
Dr Farah Essa Zaidi's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 09
Sibtain Naqvi
Author & Corporate Trainer
Talk Title
Institutions, Stories and the Power of Culture
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 010
Sameer Ali Khan
Founder Collective Pakistan & Safar Buddies
Talk Title
Sameer Ali Khan's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 011
Muhammad Saqib Abro
Manager Media & PR | Event Management Consultant, TEDxMAJU
Talk Title
The Power of Communication and Bringing People Together
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 012
Muhammad Shahid Sheraz
IT Director, Patel Hospital
Talk Title
Technology, Healthcare and the Future of Smart Systems
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 013
Dr. Iffet Sultana
Global Mentor
Talk Title
Dr. Iffet Sultana's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 014
Dr. Fahad Mirza
Physician, Entrepreneur, Author, and Motivational Speaker
Talk Title
Dr. Fahad Mirza's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 015
Anas Niaz
CEO of Bioniks
Talk Title
Anas Niaz's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 016
Ali Zaryoun
Poet, Lyricist, and Writer
Talk Title
Ali Zaryoun's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Talk 017
Khushbakht Shah Jillani
Advocate High Court. Founder/CEO, Adal Aur Sehat
Talk Title
Khushbakht Shah Jillani's Talk
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Institutional Allies
Partners & Sponsors
Tier: GOLD
24 News HD
Tier: GOLD
Ticket Wala
Tier: GOLD
Vital Tea
Tier: GOLD
Social Champ
Tier: GOLD
AK Corporate & Films
Tier: GOLD
Rehan Foundation
Tier: GOLD
Mama Nuggets
Tier: GOLD
Creative Concoctions
Tier: GOLD
AWM Enterprises
Tier: GOLD
Vouch365
Tier: GOLD
MindTrek
Tier: GOLD
Telipano
Tier: GOLD
Nelson
Tier: GOLD
Salmans Since 1950
Tier: GOLD
SMIU Literary Society
Tier: GOLD
Bachaa Party
Venue & Location
Sir Shahnawaz Bhutto Auditorium
Sindh Madressatul Islam University, I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi 74000, Pakistan. A premier 300-seat acoustic hall equipped with broadcast infrastructure and accessible seating.