TED Circles

TED Circles is an open platform of small groups that meet for conversations about ideas. Hosted by volunteers, these weekly or monthly gatherings empower us to dream and debate. Each TED Circle is unique and all are virtually connected through the TED Circles platform - making it possible for local conversations to reach a global scale. The video illustrates how Circles work and why TED believes in them.

To learn more, visit www.TEDCircles.com

Can you remember connecting with people
without a digital device?

Face-to-face conversations
are the antidote

to much of what’s wrong in today’s world.

They allow people to see each other,

listen to each other,
learn from each other.

So here at TED we have an idea

for making face-to-face connections
easy, fun, and powerful.

We’d like to introduce you to TED Circles.

They’re designed
to enable anyone, maybe you,

to get together regularly
with a small group of friends or neighbors

to discuss some of the world’s
most riveting ideas.

How do TED Circles work?

Simple.

Each TED Circle is based around a TEDTalk,
which people watch and discuss.

There are monthly themes,

like "the pursuit of happiness",

or "invention",

and a selection of talks
related to that theme.

Hosts pick a talk,

find a location -
such as their home or a café -

and then invite people they know,
and maybe open it up to others too.

By joining a Circle,
you’ll learn new things

and strengthen relationships
with people in your local community.

In turn, you’ll be part
of a global conversation

with thousands of Circles
talking about topics that matter most.

Why are we doing this?

TED’s a nonprofit,
our mission is to spread ideas.

And in a world of division,
this is a beautiful way to do just that.

Anyone can host a TED Circle -

they’re fun, energizing,
free and open to everyone.

So sign up today to start your own!