The Ethics of Breaking Barriers

Explore the concept of breaking barriers while maintaining ethical responsibility in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by fifth-grader Shivaani T Chellan. Discover how barriers can be social, scientific, legal, or personal, and learn from Shivaani's personal experiences of overcoming challenges. Understand the importance of ethics as a guide for making good choices when pushing limits, emphasizing fairness, respect, and consideration of long-term consequences. Gain insights from historical examples like Martin Luther King Jr.'s peaceful fight for equality and ethical scientific discoveries. Learn valuable lessons on speaking up respectfully, collaboration, careful decision-making, and patience in the pursuit of progress. Be inspired to break barriers in a way that benefits everyone and maintains respect for others, as Shivaani shares her journey from shy individual to confident speaker and multi-talented performer.

The Ethics of Breaking Barriers | Shivaani T Chellan | TEDxYouth@TIPSErode