Tyra Oseng-Rees challenges who we wee as changemakers in a TEDx talk

Tyra Oseng-Rees has taken the TEDx stage to share a powerful reflection on innovation, identity, and the quiet stories that shape our world.

Speaking from the “in-between” where disciplines meet, cultures overlap, and generational values are passed down through principles and meaning, Oseng-Rees invites audiences to reconsider what innovation truly looks like, and who is allowed to be seen as a changemaker.

The talk honours the transformative potential of stories carried with intention across generations, communities, and sectors. These quiet narratives, often overlooked, have the power to shape cultures, policies, and practices that endure beyond any single lifetime.

We gratefully acknowled the TEDxSwansea team is for their trust and care in creating a platform that amplifies voices from the margins and fosters meaningful dialogue.

Watch the full talk here Reflections and shares are warmly welcomed.

Tyra explores the powerful intersection of sustainability and entrepreneurship, sharing her journey as a Welsh-based artist and innovator transforming waste glass into architectural masterpieces. Dr. Tyra Oseng-Rees, Founder and Director of Oseng-Rees Reflection Ltd, is a Welsh-based Norwegian artist and entrepreneur dedicated to sustainability and the circular economy. With a PhD in fused recycled glass material, her innovative work has garnered numerous accolades, including the Surface Design Award 2025. As the sole UK producer of architectural panels made from 100% waste glass, she blends artistry and environmental responsibility. Dr. Oseng-Rees uses the Well-being of Future Generations Act as a tool to inspire new thinking about sustainability and its symbiotic relationship with entrepreneurship. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community