Théâtre de l’Espérance is a historic neighbourhood theatre in Geneva’s Eaux‑Vives district. Hosting an amateur company and visiting productions, it stages classic and contemporary plays, offers theatre courses, and supports local cultural activities within the Centre de l’Espérance. The venue is intimate, community‑oriented, and known for its warm, convivial atmosphere.
Living in a healthy environment is a core concern for Geneva residents. Air pollutants can have significant public health impacts. This lecture presents the canton’s strategy to improve air quality, examines current trends and monitoring practices, and discusses future measures for mitigation and policy. Participants will gain an understanding of key pollutants, health effects, regulatory approaches and prospective actions to reduce exposure and improve urban air management.
In French.
Dr. Elena Tessitore, MD, PD, Faculty of Medicine, Geneva University Hospitals (HUG), presents clinical and epidemiological perspectives on sex differences in cardiovascular health. The lecture examines life-course changes in blood pressure, contrasts in traditional risk factors, and risk factors specific to women. It also discusses differences in myocardial infarction presentation and patterns of participation in cardiac rehabilitation after coronary events.
In French.
Emma Tieffenbach, Docteure ès Lettres at the University of Geneva, draws on philosophical and linguistic research to probe the distinction between economic exchange and the gift. She examines conditional philanthropy, reciprocal services among acquaintances, and the speech acts that frame these interactions. The lecture proposes criteria for distinguishing exchanges from gifts and offers an attentive answer to when and how philanthropic acts function as genuine donations or as expected transactions.
In French.
Mancipe Angela, a doctoral assistant affiliated with the Centre des Cultures at HEM, presents research from a collaborative project at HEM Genève. She examines the processes of transmission, negotiation and intercultural dialogue that arise when a Colombian symphonic band engages with a Swiss higher music institution. The talk explores how certain musical practices resist established categories and the implications for pedagogy and intercultural exchange.
In French.
Pascal Hundt, Deputy Director of Operations at the International Committee of the Red Cross, draws on operational experience in over 80 countries to examine contemporary challenges to international humanitarian law. This lecture explores legal and practical perspectives on compliance, engagement with states and non-state armed groups, and measures to reduce civilian suffering amid fragmented, protracted conflicts. Hundt discusses tools for prevention, accountability and policy-level commitments needed to strengthen respect for the law.
In French.
A lecture presented by the Association genevoise des amis de l’opéra et du ballet that examines an artist or a staged work in depth. Through historical context, interpretive analysis and archival references, the session explores creative choices, thematic concerns and performance practice to deepen participants’ understanding. It highlights critical perspectives on staging, musical interpretation and choreographic intent, offering attendees rigorous tools for analysis and appreciation.
In French.
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