The Power of Speaking Up | Naureen Youssef | TEDxADIS Muroor Youth
Silence can be safe — but it can also be a cage. In this powerful TEDx talk, Naureen Youssef delves into what it truly means to speak up — whether it’s standing against injustice, sharing a difficult truth, or simply using your voice when it feels easier to stay quiet. Drawing from personal experiences and real-world examples, this talk explores how speaking up can break barriers, ignite change, and even save lives. It’s a message for anyone who’s ever felt unheard, unseen, or unsure if their voice matters. Spoiler alert: it does. And this talk might be the push you need to finally use it. Naureen Youssef is a passionate speaker and author whose writing journey began at age 13, leading to the publication of her first book, *Bits & Pieces*. Her path has been shaped by resilience and creativity, especially after overcoming a challenging divorce at 26. She entered fashion modeling to rebuild her confidence and, in 2019, became Miss Planet Egypt—the first mother to hold the title. With nearly 20 years in marketing, Naureen holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Marketing) and a GDM in Business Management, and is an ICF-certified life coach. She has shared her insights at TEDx events in Cairo and Doha and served as an MC for another TEDx in Cairo. Naureen’s story of personal growth and independent parenting fuels her mission to inspire others to persevere with resilience and hope. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
