Looking back at our world today — where division often speaks louder than connection — what happens when we pause, listen, and step toward each other?
Common Ground is where that moment begins. Science tells us that connection, empathy, and dialogue stimulate the same areas in our brain as joy and creativity. By finding common ground, we rebuild trust, rediscover curiosity, and reconnect with the shared human experience that unites us all.
One Full Day of
Shared Experience
From 09:00 to 18:00, immerse yourself in inspiration, connection, and new perspectives.
The Unknown Grounds
After hearing so much about Common Grounds, you’ll want to step into it yourself. We’re not revealing what’s inside just yet — but it’s a space to discover, explore, and meet the unexpected.
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Location
The Ursulinenhof Linz is the perfect hotspot for our Common Grounds event, where creativity is at home. The location is accessible.
12 Speakers
Live on Stage
Experience 12 powerful voices from different fields as they share ideas worth spreading — live. Be part of the moment a TEDx Talk comes to life. You’ll be there from the very beginning of a talk that may later be seen by millions around the world.
Vegan & Vegetarian
Food & Drinks
From a vegan lunch to fresh breads, pastries, handmade chocolates, sweet treats, and refreshing drinks — everything is included. And of course, there’s coffee!
Green
Event
We take care of our environment and people. We therefore pay special attention to accessibility and reduce our footprint as much as possible.
Speakers with Different Perspectives
One Shared Common Ground
Expect 12+ speakers from fields such as art, science, education, business, technology, and more. Each will deliver an inspiring 18-minute TEDx Talk exploring how we find, build, and experience Common Ground in today’s world. Discover how connection, dialogue, and shared understanding can unfold in countless ways.
 Ann Christin Kornelsen (Germany)Talking about: CO₂ Sink, Sustainability |  Sidsel Dauv (Denmark)Talking about: Finishing, Endings, Humour, Dealing with the Unfinished. |  Mikkeline Thomsen (Denmark)Talking about: Digital Communities, Social Media, Strategic Communication, Data Research & Analysis |
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 Jennifer Burs (Austria)Talking about: Community, Trust, Authenticity, Connection, Growth, Belonging, Sustainability |  Matthias Rettenbacher (Austria)Talking about: Fatherhood, Legacy, Family, Deeply Personal Stories |  Tommi Eronen (Finland)Talking about: Energy, Innovation, Community, Sustainability |
 Michael Kaufmann (Austria)Talking about: Digital Overload, Media Literacy, Attention Economy, Misinformation |  Birgit Niessner (Austria)Talking about: Central Banks, Economy, Pillars of Social Stability |  Adetayo Manuwa (Nigeria)Talking about: Nigerian Musician in Germany, Community, Multiculturalism |
 Ulrich Drechsler (Austria)Talking about: Music, Democracy, Innovation, Jazz, Improvisation |
Schedule
This is how the day will look like
More details will be posted in the upcoming weeks.
09:00
Admission and Accreditation
Including the Morning Coffee Break
10:00
Your event begins
10:00–12:30
Morning Sessions
12:30
Lunch Break
13:30–17:00
Afternoon Sessions
Including the Afternoon Coffee Break
18:00
Your event ends. See you next time!
Food, Drinks & Good Conversations
Enjoy delicious food, sweets, and drinks while networking around COMMON GROUNDS
A full day of inspiring talks, performances, and shared experiences can be intense — so take a moment to recharge with a vegan lunch, fresh breads and pastries, handmade chocolates, and a variety of drinks. It’s the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and share meaningful conversations.
 Made in Austria; no added sugar, no artificial flavourings. Freshly pressed juice bottled immediately after production. |  Regional bakery from Linz/Steyregg; freshly hand-baked daily using local ingredients sourced directly from nearby farmers. |
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 Handmade chocolates from Austria; high-quality ingredients, free from artificial flavour enhancers and preservatives. |  Pedacola is made from the cola shrub and mixed with beet sugar, vanilla, mint, lemon, and lime. It’s vegan, natural, caffeine-free, and the black specks come from real vanilla. |
With sustainability and highest quality in mind!
Location
Our event takes place at the creative heart of the city
Ursulinenhof Linz is establishing itself as a true meeting point in the center of Linz — a place where art, culture, and dialogue naturally come together.
Built around the values of creativity, social connection, learning, and openness, it embodies everything that Common Grounds represents.
There is no better place to bring Common Grounds to life with TEDxLinz — a space designed for encounters, conversations, and shared inspiration. The venue is fully accessible.
Ursulinenhof Linz | OÖ Kulturquartier | Landstraße 31, 4020 Linz
How to get there?
Ursulinenhof Linz | OÖ Kulturquartier, Landstraße 31, 4020 Linz
Walk or Bike
It’s just a 10-minute walk or a 4-minute bike ride from the main square. Stroll along Landstraße — Linz’s lively pedestrian zone — and arrive right at the OÖ Kulturquartier surrounded by cafés, galleries, and street life.
Car / Parking
If you’re arriving by car, there are several convenient parking options just a few minutes’ walk from the venue:
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OK Platz Garage (directly beneath the OÖ Kulturquartier) – Landstraße 31, 4020 Linz
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Promenaden Galerien Garage – Steingasse 6, 4020 Linz
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City-Parkgarage Seilerstätte – Seilerstätte 1, 4020 Linz
All garages are open 24/7 and only a few minutes away on foot. Please note that short-term parking zones are in effect around the city center.
Public Transport
Ursulinenhof Linz is right in the city center and easily reachable by public transport.
Tram lines: 1, 2, 3 and 4 — Stop: Taubenmarkt (just a 3-minute walk)
Bus lines: 45, 46 and 27 — Stop: Theatergasse
Travel time is about 10 minutes from Linz main station. Linz AG Timetable Information
Everyone is welcome on Common Grounds!
At TEDxLinz, we believe in Respect, Diversity, Openness, and Integrity.
Our goal is to create a space free from stereotypes and prejudices — a place where people with different backgrounds and perspectives can come together to explore ideas, learn from one another, and find their own Common Grounds.
Special Needs?
If you have any special needs or accessibility requirements, please contact us at office@tedxlinz.at
We will do our very best to support you and ensure your visit is comfortable and enjoyable!
Our Strong Partners
An event like TEDxLinz: Common Grounds would not be possible without the support of our partners. Their commitment helps us bring powerful ideas to the community and ensures that TEDx can continue to inspire, connect, and spark meaningful conversations across the region.
We are truly grateful to everyone who supports our work and shares our passion!
TEDxLinz Visionare
Our key partners who make this event possible.
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TEDxLinz Media Partners
Our media collaborators who help us amplify our message, reach new audiences, and share inspiring ideas with the wider community.
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TEDxLinz Sweethearts (In-Kind Partners)
Our generous in-kind supporters who contribute their skills, products, and services to enrich the TEDxLinz experience.
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Many hands to thank for!
In addition to the 17-person TEDxLinz team, we are supported by amazing designers, videographers, photographers, speaker coaches, and many dedicated volunteers who help give this event its unique character.
Thank you for your creativity, passion, and commitment!
