Event Schedule
Your guide to an afternoon of inspiration, innovation, and ideas worth spreading.
DECEMBER 13, 2025
Location: DPS Monarch International School, Doha, Qatar
Duration: 4:00 PM - 6:15 PM (2 hours 15 minutes)
Please arrive by 3:50 PM
OPENING CEREMONY
Welcome Address
Welcome to TEDxDPS Monarch International School Youth. Setting the stage for an inspiring evening.
Duration: 15 minutes
Felicitation of the Guests
Honoring our distinguished guests and special dignitaries.
Duration: 10 minutes
Address by the School President
Welcome address and vision for the event from the School President.
Duration: 5 minutes
TED Official Introduction Video
Official TEDx introduction setting the tone for ideas worth spreading.
Duration: 10 minutes
SESSION 1
4:40 PM - 5:30 PM
Speaker 1 - Mr. Haitham Al-Haidari
Founder and CEO of Bidaia, former CEO of Qatar Living shares his insights on entrepreneurship and innovation.
Duration: 25 minutes
Speaker 2 - Mr. Neeshad Shafi
Award-winning Qatar based Environmentalist, Co-Founder of Arab Youth Climate Movement.
Duration: 25 minutes
Social Break (Prayer)
Time to relax, network, and pray. Light refreshments will be served.
Duration: Intermission
SESSION 2
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Speaker 3 - Mr. Chandrashekar Angadi
Local Business Line Manager at ABB LLC Qatar, accomplished public speaker and creative artist.
Duration: 15 minutes
Speaker 4 - Ms. Avika Gaur
Head Girl - Secondary School, Secretary General - MIMUN 2025, Qatar Debate Nationals Speaker.
Duration: 15 minutes
Recognition & Felicitation of TEDx Organising Team
Honoring the incredible student team behind TEDxDPS Monarch International School Youth.
Duration: 10 minutes
Vote of Thanks by the School Principal
Closing remarks and gratitude from the School Principal.
Duration: 5 minutes
Event Concludes
Thank you for being part of this inspiring journey. Continue the conversations!
Important Information
- Please arrive by 3:50 PM for a prompt 4:00 PM start
- Total event duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes (4:00 PM - 6:15 PM)
- Dress code: Smart casual / Formal attire
- Social break with refreshments at 5:30 PM (Prayer time)
- Photography and recording will take place throughout the event
- The schedule may be subject to minor adjustments
- Please silence your mobile devices during all sessions