The first speakers of the Estoril Conferences that will take place on September 1st and 2nd, at Nova SBE's Carcavelos Campus are already known. Gerard Ryle, Director of the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and winner of over 50 international awards, including an Emmy and a Pulitzer Prize in 2017, won as a team, will participate on the very first day of the event, sharing his experience in the field of investigative journalism and the contribution of true journalism to build a fairer and more equitable society.
Sir Richard Roberts, winner of the 1993 Nobel Prize in Medicine and Aaron Ciechanover, winner of the 2004 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, are part of the debates at the two-day conference, contributing with their experiences to the discussion on how poverty and climate change can influence access to health care and intervene in the mental health conditions of the world's population. Sir Richard Roberts, more specifically, will defend how Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) can contribute decisively to the fight against hunger in geographies such as the African continent, a position that is defended by 155 Nobel Prizes
These three internationally recognised names are joined by Sameera Chukkapalli, Leader of the Obama Foundation, and Erden Eruç, the first person to complete a human-powered circumnavigation of Earth, alone. Both will take the stage to help reflect on how to stop the devastation of Earth, as well as discuss ways of cooperation for joint action in defence of communities and the planet's natural resources.
Another name already confirmed is Alexandra Palt, from the L'Oreal Foundation. A lawyer by training, Alexandra has specialised in human rights and worked for International Amnesty in Germany. João de Macedo will be another important speaker. A big wave surfer with an international reputation, he is an environmentalist and co-founder of the Save The Waves Coalition.
"The Estoril Conferences have a very important role in inspiring all generations and challenge us, as strategic communities of society, to build a better, fairer and more equitable world. We are committed to raise awareness among all generations and to increase critical thinking about the realities around us, especially among the youngest, as only in this way can we collaborate to change the world, which is so urgently needed" says the Executive Director of the Estoril Conferences, Laurinda Alves, adding "we want to be one of the engines of change by exploring new paths for a more sustainable and humane future”.
The 2023 edition of the Estoril Conferences
Nova SBE and NOVA Medical School will co-organize the 8th edition of the Estoril Conferences with the strategic support of the Cascais Municipality and Turismo de Portugal, as co-hosts.
Under the motto "Re-Humanize Our World": Planet, Peace, Policy and People/Health, the Estoril Conferences present a two-day agenda that challenge an open and inclusive dialogue about a more sustainable future based on more equality, equity, justice, and peace.
Dozens of speakers, divided between the main stage and parallel sessions, will join the Estoril Conferences in a mission to inspire immediate action and commitment. Climate change, the road to sustainability, technology for social impact, emerging health issues, mental health, education systems, trust in political institutions and the power of the media; as well as critical questions about the future of democracy and resistance to populism, war conflicts and the refugee crisis, for a peaceful future in Europe and the world, are some of the topics that will be addressed. The world's leading management and health schools will be side-by-side with great leaders and agents of change in a common mission to train and inspire young and future leaders to build a common future where peace, justice, health, sustainability, and inclusion thrive.
The Estoril Conferences aim to respond to the urgent need to act and engage young people in discussing the global challenges that are emerging today (and in the near future), addressing some of the most pressing issues through concerted research and innovative initiatives. This effort to empower young people to become active citizens in democracy and society, increasing their sense of belonging, aligns with the strategies of the "Next EU Research & Innovation Investment Programme 2021-2027: Horizon Europe", the EU Youth Strategy and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reinforcing the active role of the Estoril Conferences in finding solutions to the major challenges facing the world.
Participate in the event
The 8th edition of the Estoril Conferences will take place on September 1st and 2nd, 2023 at Nova SBE’s Carcavelos Campus. The event is free, however, registration is mandatory with a limited number of seats. The Estoril Conference will be broadcast live through an open and free digital platform to allow access to participants from all over the world, also through mandatory registration.