The Students Union at UWE | Bags and Baggage | Sense of Belonging | Organised by Bethel Ekaette.
In his thought-provoking talk, Asaad Biqai delves into the art of appreciating problems rather than solely avoiding or solving them. He categorizes problems into three types: those caused by ourselves, those stemming from who we are, and generic problems that come our way.
Drawing from his own experiences, Asaad narrates how he learned the value of embracing problems. Instead of shying away from them, he found wisdom in understanding their significance in personal growth and development. His journey showcases the transformative power of appreciating problems and the positive impact it can have on one's life.
Asaad Biqai, a Palestinian refugee in Lebanon, is a Ph.D. and a Structural Engineer who has worked on several international consultancies and played a role in designing over 20 buildings, culverts, bridges, and other types of infrastructure. Asaad Biqai was recognized in the Palestinian educational highlights for 2022 and was the top student in the civil engineering department. He received full scholarships for studying and conducting research from various governments, including the UK, Netherlands, France, UAE, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Belgium, and Poland. Asaad Biqai is also an activist for refugees and a volunteer and Co-Founder at different humanitarian NGOs. He was selected to lead the development of a project that supports and helps Nigerian students in conducting research, which is powered by a society at Cambridge University. Additionally, he served as the student representative of the engineering department and was a part of the research committee at Beirut Arab University. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx