Kindness in Action:
The Power of Keeping Families Close

In An Inadvertent Movement, Charles Day, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego, highlights the profound impact of compassionate care and community support for families facing a child’s serious illness.

TALTalks 2025 – San Diego • 21:04 min

Igniting the Social Change

Where Changemakers Share Stories of Social Impact.

Get ready for inspiration! Join us at TALTalks

October 29, 2026 | Qualcomm Institute, UC San Diego.

Where Changemakers Share Stories of Social Impact.

Get ready for inspiration! Join us at TALTalks

October 29, 2026 | Qualcomm Institute, UC San Diego.

Igniting the Social Change

Where Changemakers Share Stories of Social Impact.

Get ready for inspiration! Join us at TALTalks

October 29, 2026 | Qualcomm Institute, UC San Diego.

Where Changemakers Share Stories of Social Impact.

Get ready for inspiration! Join us at TALTalks

October 29, 2026 | Qualcomm Institute, UC San Diego.

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TALTalks invites changemakers, nonprofit leaders, community champions, researchers, CSR professionals, youth leaders, and social entrepreneurs to share their journeys, ideas, and real-world impact on stage.

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Featured Talks

13:05

Mentorship

Igniting Potential: Think Global, Act Local

Tina Rose, BBBS

12:46

Good Health & Well-being

Older Adult Homelessness A Golden Opportunity

Melinda Forstey, Serving Seniors

14:44

Climate Action

Building A Greener Future

Elektra Fike Data, Tree San Diego

16:06

Mentorship

A Bridge For Kids - Turning Potential To Possibility

Alex Mow, A Bridge for Kids

13:13

Social Impact

Where Motto Meets Mission

Dr.Laura Deitrick, The Non Profit Institute

13:19

HealthEquity

Empathy to Action Creating Change for Underserved Communities

Shreya Suresh

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Do You Want to Speak at TALTalks?

Do you have a social impact story that can inspire others to act?

TALTalks invites changemakers, nonprofit leaders, community champions, researchers, CSR professionals, youth leaders, and social entrepreneurs to share their journeys, ideas, and real-world impact on stage.

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12:03

Education

Empowering Individuals With Down Syndrome

Laura Bellizzi, GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego

07:22

Social Impact

Uniting Corporations, Government and Non-Profits

Archana Suresh, T-Social Impact Group

22:36

Environmental Justice

Transforming Waste Management

Ina Bahuguna, Harisu Dala

18:19

Wellness Innovation

An Abundance Approach to Economic Mobility

Ruthe Farmer, Last Mile Education Fund

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Latest Insights

The Power of One Story: How a Single Voice Can Transform an Entire Community

From Struggle to Strength: Stories That Inspire Resilience in Everyday Life

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20:05

Education

Empowering Change: The Journey Towards Clean Energy Access

Larry Sherwood, IREC

University of Colorado Denver

16:37

Education

Connecting Surplus Produce To Alleviate Hunger Sustainably

Nita Kurmins Gilson, ProduceGood

University of California San Diego

Venue

The Qualcomm Institute (QI), a nonprofit research organization, is dedicated to bringing together interdisciplinary teams at UC San Diego and beyond to leverage cutting-edge technology in addressing the large-scale challenges facing the 21st century.

Address

Qualcomm Institute UCSD
3195 Voigt Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093

Parking

Ample parking is available on campus

Amenities

High-speed WiFi, AV equipment, catering facilities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TALTalks?

TALTalks is an impact-focused platform powered by Touch-A-Life Foundation. It brings together changemakers, nonprofit leaders, CSR teams, researchers, youth leaders, and social entrepreneurs to share ideas, experiences, and stories that inspire real-world action.

Who can attend TALTalks?

TALTalks is open to changemakers, nonprofit professionals, CSR leaders, students, researchers, social entrepreneurs, community leaders, volunteers, and anyone interested in social impact and meaningful change.

Who can apply to speak at TALTalks?

Anyone with a meaningful social impact story, innovative idea, research, community initiative, or nonprofit journey can express interest in speaking at TALTalks.

What kind of topics are suitable for TALTalks?

Topics may include education, healthcare, climate action, youth leadership, women empowerment, community development, technology for good, social innovation, nonprofit leadership, and other SDG-aligned themes.

Is TALTalks connected to the UN Sustainable Development Goals?

Yes. TALTalks highlights conversations and initiatives that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and encourages real-world action toward social change.

How will speakers be selected?

Speaker interest submissions will be reviewed by the TALTalks team based on relevance, impact, authenticity, SDG alignment, and the strength of the story or idea being shared.

Will selected speakers receive media visibility?

Yes. Selected speakers may receive promotional visibility through TALTalks and TALRadio platforms, including social media, event promotions, and related media coverage.

Is there a fee to apply as a speaker?

No. There is no fee to express interest in speaking at TALTalks.

Can organizations nominate someone to speak?

Yes. Organizations may suggest or nominate changemakers, leaders, researchers, or community champions whose work aligns with the purpose of TALTalks.

What will attendees gain from TALTalks?

Attendees will gain inspiration, meaningful connections, SDG-aligned insights, direct conversations with speakers, and opportunities for collaboration with impact-driven individuals and organizations.

About TALTalks

TALTalks is where changemakers share compelling narratives of compassion, social entrepreneurship, and world-changing impact.

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