Discover the importance of embracing individuality, pursuing passions, and overcoming obstacles. After the talk, be amazed by Zouba's electrifying hip-hop dance performance that will leave you inspired and energized. Shaimaa "Zouba" Sobhy is a pioneering female hip-hop dancer and choreographer from Egypt. At a young age, she has already accomplished so much in her career. In 2022, she made history as the first woman ever to win the prestigious Red Bull Dance Your Style competition. Her dynamic and powerful freestyle dancing skills allow her to convince any beat. Zouba is a talented freestyler who can seamlessly blend various styles like popping, locking, waving and breaking. She brings a unique feminine fluidity to her moves set to hip-hop, rap or electronic music. Zouba's massive social media following of over 700k on Instagram is a testament to her superstar status. She frequently posts videos of her impressive choreography, battles and teaching workshops. She is a role model for emerging dancers in Egypt, encouraging more girls to pursue hip-hop without limitations. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx