GUIDELINES

1. Organization Guidelines

  1. Licensing: To organize a TEDx event, you must obtain a free license from TED. This license is granted to individuals, not organizations, and is contingent upon adherence to TEDx principles. 
  2. Event Naming: TEDx event names should reflect the community they engage. For location-based events, the name should represent a city, town, or area where the organizer resides. For school or university-based events, the name should include the institution’s official title.
  3. Non-Profit Nature: TEDx events are required to be non-profit. Organizers may use admission fees or commercial sponsorships to cover costs, but generating profit is not permitted. 
  4. Branding and Logos: Organizers must use their event’s approved, full TEDx event name in all branding materials. The use of TED or TEDx logos without the event’s specific name is prohibited.  

2. Speaker and Content Curation Guidelines

  1. Content Integrity: Speakers are expected to provide accurate information based on credible sources. TED emphasizes the importance of accuracy and transparency in all presentations.
  2. Commercial Agendas: Speakers should not promote their products, books, or businesses.
  3. Political Agendas: Talks should not advocate for specific political parties or candidates.
  4. Religious Proselytizing: While speakers can discuss their beliefs, converting the audience to a particular faith is not allowed.
  5. Pseudoscience: Presentations must be based on scientifically credible information and avoid pseudoscientific claims.
  6. Fact-Checking: Organizers are responsible for fact-checking talks to ensure the accuracy and credibility of the content presented.

3. Sponsorship Guidelines

  1. Sponsor Recognition: Sponsors can be acknowledged on one static slide that adheres to TEDx's prescribed template. No animation, multiple slides, or rolling credits are allowed in videos.
  2. Stage Branding: No logos, other than the TEDx event's official logo, are allowed on stage. This ensures the focus remains on the ideas presented.
  3. Editorial Independence: Sponsors must not have editorial control over the event's content or speaker selection.

4. Rules for Audience

  1. While the official TEDx guidelines do not specify detailed rules for the audience, attendees are generally expected to:
  2. Engage Respectfully: Participate in the event with an open mind and respect for the speakers and fellow audience members.
  3. Avoid Disruptions: Refrain from any behaviour that could disrupt the presentations or the overall event experience.
  4. Adhere to Event Policies: Follow any specific guidelines set by the event organizers, such as policies on recording or photography.