Housed in a striking 1970s concrete building in the heart of Geneva, Uni Dufour is one of the main buildings of the University of Geneva (UNIGE). It frequently serves as a venue for conferences, round tables, and events focused on a wide range of research topics.
Eight speakers from the French-speaking Swiss cantons engage in a lively debate on three societal topics. Each participant has seven minutes to persuade the audience, followed by a question from the jury.
In French.
Join a musical reading and conversation centered around the Cultural Ecology Manifesto. This innovative idea seeks to overcome the contradiction of ecological inaction through cultural means, aiming to weave ecology into our cultural heritage as a seamless continuation rather than an anxious break. The event will include discussions with pianist Patrick Scheyder and geographer Nicolas Escach, moderated by urban planner Marcos Weil.
Explore Demain, in collaboration with the University of Geneva, is hosting a dialogue featuring journalist Salomé Saqué and activist Simon Berthoud on the subject of democracy. Saqué, author of “Résister,” a book addressing outrage and hope against the rise of the far-right in Europe, advocates for renewed civic engagement. They will jointly discuss revitalizing public debate, supporting independent media, and strengthening democratic and solidarity values.
In French.
Timothée Parrique, Thomas Jacobsen from Infomaniak, and Pierre-Alain L’Hôte will discuss the transition towards a post-growth economy, focusing on alternative models that prioritize ecological sustainability and human well-being. The conversation will delve into the economic, social, and political challenges of such a transition within a rapidly changing global context.
In French.
A panel discussion gathers experts to delve into the legal challenges associated with climate change and biodiversity collapse. The conversation will explore the role of law in guiding transitions towards sustainable models, tackling topics such as environmental responsibility, rights of nature, and climate litigation. Esteemed speakers include Professor Frédéric Bernard, Gaël Defins from Wild Legal, activist Anne Mahrer, and Arnaud Nussbaumer-Laghzaoui from Lawyers for Climate.
In French.
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