perspective

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH 2026

THE UNION

AT STATION WEST

CHARLOTTE, NC

MARCH 28, 2026

Perspective Changes Everything.

You've heard the buzz.
Charlotte's first TEDx Women.
A sold-out inaugural event.
1.5 million views online.
We are women making history.

Community

TEDxSugar Creek Women is a part of the TEDx global movement of ideas worth spreading.

While our events are designed to amplify the dynamic work and ideas of women, we are gender

inclusive and welcome all to attend, apply to speak, and support the community.

We are a 100% volunteer-run team committed to fostering connection and creativity.

In addition to our main event, you'll find us sparking meaningful conversations at a variety of gatherings; think networking socials, coffee chats, workshops, and virtual campfires. We hope to see you soon!

Apply to be a part of the movement as a speaker, team member, or community partner!

Speakers

Do you have a unique idea to share with the world? Have you dreamed of stepping onto the red dot to make an impact with your story?

Speakers have been selected for 2026.

Apply for a future event!

Apply to Speak

Volunteers

From behind-the-scenes planning to assisting on-site, there are lots of ways to be involved. It takes a village to produce a TEDx event! If you'd like to be part of the fun, start here.

***Volunteer registration for March 28th event is now closed. Sign up below to be considered for future TEDx events.

Volunteer

Partnerships

We love our community partners who make the magic possible! We meet leaders where they are with several ways to engage, including sponsorship options and in-kind partnerships. Learn about collaboration opportunities.

Connect

What is TEDx?

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxSugar Creek Women, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxSugar Creek Women event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized. Our event is operated under a license from TED.

Connecting The Past & Future

The intention behind our name, TEDxSugar Creek Women, is to recognize the indigenous tribes that first lived on our land. Sugar Creek is thought to be named after the Sugaree Native Americans that first lived along the banks of the body of water which ran through the Carolinas into what is now Mecklenburg county. There is a wide debate on the origin, spelling, and pronunciation of the name. We hope this inspires you to learn more about the history of Charlotte and the first communities who lived here.