The TEDx event, entitled “New Nation, New Ideas”, will take place for the first time in South Sudan. TEDxJuba will mark the one year anniversary of the country’s independence (9 July 2012) by showcasing a growing community of innovators and encouraging direct south-south collaboration and knowledge sharing. TEDxJuba will contribute to the growth of the nation by fostering civil society discourse and by strengthening opportunities for young people, women and children to realise their rights.
This event, which launches a sustained conversation, will take place in Juba on 13 July 2012. TEDxJuba will be open to thinkers from a wide range of fields to create positive change and impact and set the ground for the second year of Independence as a year of innovation in South Sudan.
5 to 6 speakers will be accompanied by cultural performances such as music, drama and dance. After the event, there will be a space and opportunity for networking.
