Join an evening workshop at the Maison de l’Avenir designed to explore ways to foster dialogue between individuals with differing opinions. Hosted by the association EnAct and led by John B Borruat, Julien Crettaz, and Christophe Nicod, this gathering will provide tools to defuse conflicts and build bridges between diverse perspectives, concluding with a friendly aperitif.
In French.
At this conference, Professor Tobias Brosch from the University of Geneva delves into the impact of emotions on our decision-making and commitments, particularly in environmental contexts. With insights from neuroscience and psychology, he demonstrates how emotions guide our choices and actions. Using Khalil Berro’s art, including works like Toxic Inaction and BREATHE, as case studies, the discussion highlights how art can evoke emotions and inspire ecological engagement. Brosch, who leads the sustainable decision-making and behavior lab, investigates the emotional and cognitive processes that promote more sustainable societies.
In French.
Alain Policar, a political scientist at Cevipof, will explore universalism as an essential epistemic category inherent to human nature, moving beyond its perception as a tool of Western dominance. To reserve, you must send an email with your name and the amount of people accompanying you.
In French. Ages 15 and up.
As part of the Séminaire énergie-environnement 2025-2026: Opportunités et défis pour la transition énergétique, this public lecture by Iryna Sotnyk (UNIGE) explores whether war-induced electricity infrastructure loss can drive sustainability in Ukraine.
The series addresses the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition in Switzerland and Europe, where policies aim to reduce reliance on fossil and nuclear energy while increasing renewable sources. Attendees will gain insights into technological, industrial, and policy aspects of sustainable energy systems, followed by a discussion with the audience.
In English.
Deep ecology workshops at Parc des Bastions invite you to explore your emotions about climate change, reconnect with the living world, and find collective motivation for action. These sessions aim to overcome eco-anxiety and identify opportunities for positive engagement. Each workshop offers practical exercises to shift perspectives on ecological transition.
In French.
The Festival Les Créatives, a multidisciplinary event in Geneva, highlights the artistic and intellectual works of women and gender minorities. The 21st edition features concerts, theater, exhibitions, and discussions on topics such as chosen families and friendships. Notable participants include Hélène Giannecchini, Sophie Lewis, and Chloé Delaume. The festival reaffirms its commitment to combatting gender-based violence, working with the Canton and City of Geneva on local awareness campaigns.
FER Genève, the Geneva Graduate Institute (Executive Education), and the Groupement des Entreprises Multinationales (GEM) invite participants to a discussion on how today’s multiplying and interconnected crises—conflicts, sanctions, supply chain disruptions, and trade tensions—are reshaping the business landscape. The event aims to give leaders and decision-makers a clear, practical understanding of major geopolitical dynamics and their impact on both local and international economic activities. Through expert analysis, the discussion will highlight how geopolitical shifts are influencing corporate strategy, risk management, and competitiveness in an increasingly volatile global environment.
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