The TEDxTrafford Ideas Circle : Human by Design: Shaping the Future Together
Join TEDxTrafford speakers, and alumni , partners, supporters and future collaborators for an inspiring evening of connection, conversation and ideas.
As we prepare for TEDxTrafford 2026, Future proof: Human by Design, this exclusive gathering offers a behind-the-scenes preview of the vision, stories and partnerships shaping the next chapter of our community.
Expect meaningful conversations, new connections, speaker insights and opportunities to collaborate with people committed to creating a more inclusive, innovative and resilient future.
- Connect with changemakers
- Meet TEDxTrafford speakers , Curators, Advisory Board and partners
- Discover opportunities to collaborate
- Help shape TEDxTrafford 2026
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact [email protected] for more information
About the Speakers:
Martina Witter is a Director of Award Winning Rapha Therapy & Training Services, BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behaviour Therapist, Keynote Speaker, Confidence coach ,Health and Wellbeing Consultant, Author , Podcast Host ( Rivers to Resilience), Blogger, Resilience Expert, Founder of Black Mental Wealth and Cofounder of Black Women in Business and Professionals Network. She is a Vice Chair of Greater Manchester Combined Authority Race Equality Panel CIPD Manchester Committee Member (Student Lead ) and Co-Chair Pro-Manchester Wellbeing Champions Committee. Martina has over 20 years experience working within the wellbeing and mental health field empowering diverse Individuals (children and adults ) and organizations to leverage resilience, reduce stress and develop sustainable strong mindsets that allows them to turn bottlenecks into breakthroughs, increase performance and productivity in organizations.
Jane Dennison is an award-winning social entrepreneur and Founder & CEO of MileShyClub, an inclusive running community founded to make movement accessible and support mental wellbeing. Since launching in 2017, MileShyClub has grown across Greater Manchester, using running, connection and community to help people improve their physical and mental health.
Joanne Harding is a Trafford councillor, community leader and TEDxTrafford Advisory Board Member. Through her civic and leadership roles, she is committed to strengthening communities, effective governance and creating positive change for people across Trafford.
Dr Erica McInnis is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Churchill Fellow and Founder of NWAH CIC. With more than 20 years’ experience in clinical psychology, she champions African-centred approaches to psychology, culturally responsive wellbeing and inclusive healing. She is also an experienced lecturer, trainer and published academic
Mohammad Shehdeh is a young researcher, writer and content creator studying at St Ambrose College. As a TEDxTrafford 2025 speaker, he represents the power of youth voice, curiosity and fresh thinking, using research and storytelling to explore ideas and contribute to conversations about the future.
Interested In The Event?
If you’re interested in attending, you can book online here.
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