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Inclusive and Sustainable Prosperity: Re-thinking the role of universities

An Erasmus University Rotterdam public conference, in media partnership with Science|Business (14:30 - 16:00 CET)

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Social innovation, education and research emanating from universities contribute significantly to positive societal impact and shape a broad understanding of growth and well-being for sustainable and inclusive prosperity. As crucibles of knowledge, universities play a pivotal role in fostering sustainable growth and addressing global challenges by educating resilient and innovation driven generations of innovators, thinkers and leaders. The conference aims to explore effective university engagement in policy-making, advocating for evidence-based policies that are aligned with global agendas and ensuring that initiatives are firmly rooted in real-world contexts.

To delve deeper into the focus on inclusive prosperity at Erasmus University Rotterdam, you can find more information here.

Speakers
Iliana Ivanova
European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth
Christian Ehler
Member of the European Parliament
Mikel Landabaso Alvarez
Director of Fair and Sustainable Economy, Joint Research Centre, European Commission
Martin de Jong
Academic Lead of the Erasmus Institute for Inclusive Prosperity; Professor at Rotterdam School of Management & Erasmus School of Law, Erasmus University
Michaela Karamperi
New Economy Coordinator, Generation Climate Europe
Stientje van Veldhoven
Global Vice President and Regional Director for Europe, World Resources Institute
Programme
Programme

14:00 Coffee and registrations

14:30 Welcome by Ed Brinksma, President of the Executive Board, Erasmus University Rotterdam

14:35 Keynote speech by Iliana Ivanova, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth

14:45 Panel discussion featuring:

  • Christian Ehler, Member of the European Parliament
  • Mikel Landabaso Alvarez, Director of Fair and Sustainable Economy, Joint Research Centre, European Commission
  • Martin de Jong, Academic Lead of the Erasmus Institute for Inclusive Prosperity; Professor at Rotterdam School of Management & Erasmus School of Law, Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Stientje van Veldhoven, Global Vice President and Regional Director for Europe, World Resources Institute
  • Michaela Karamperi, New Economy Coordinator, Generation Climate Europe

Moderated by Maryline Fiaschi, Chief Executive Officer, Science|Business

16:00 End of the conference and networking drinks

Practical Information
Practical Information

 

The event will take place at Fondation Universitaire,11 Rue d'Egmont, 1000 Bruxelles
How to reach the venue:

  • By public transport:
    The Fondation Universitaire is located between two metro stations (Trône and Porte de Namur).
  • By car:
    Leave the tunnels at the Porte de Namur exit.

For further information, please contact [email protected]

 

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