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THEME: Mindfulness by Design: Shaping a more humane future through conscious choicesMarch 20 2027
Thimphu, Bhutan
WHY BHUTAN NEEDS SUCH AN EVENT
Bhutan has long inspired the world with the philosophy of Gross National Happiness — proving that wellbeing matters more than wealth. Today, as the nation looks ahead with the Gelephu Mindfulness City, there’s a need for a platform that connects Bhutan’s values with global ideas.
TEDxThimphu 2027 is yet again set to give the Bhutanese voices a global stage, bring international thought-leaders into local conversations, and show how a small nation can offer clarity the world urgently needs.
EVENT OBJECTIVE
TEDxThimphu 2027 will spotlight talks and stories that:
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Offer solutions rooted in empathy rather than exploitation, and wisdom over speed
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Bridge the local and the global, celebrating Bhutan’s unique approach while learning from the world
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Challenge mainstream development with alternative paths to happiness, meaning, and resilience
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Inspire enlightened leadership, compassionate innovation, and purposedriven progress
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Demonstrate that Bhutan, though small in size, offers a moral and spiritual clarity the world urgently needs
WHY ATTEND
Cutting-Edge Perspectives
Hear from leading thinkers and doers who challenge the status quo and offer fresh insights on urgent global and local topics.
Networking & Community
Connect with a diverse audience of innovators, entrepreneurs, students, and thought leaders. These connections often become the sparks for collaborative ventures.
Personal Transformation
Witness talks that speak directly to your own experiences and aspirations. A single moment of inspiration can lead to a lifetime of motivation.
Immersive Experience
Expect not just talks, but also interactive installations, performances, and workshops that bring “Impressions” to life in vivid, memorable ways.