Engineers
without Borders
European Forum
Brussels 17-19 May 2024
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The inaugural European Forum of "Engineers Without Borders" will take place in Brussels from 17 to 19 May 2024. Engineers from across Europe will convene to discuss the vital role of engineering in addressing global challenges, particularly in the Global South. The Forum will start on with a conference aiming to promote cooperation between engineers from different backgrounds and regions, emphasizing the importance of sharing insights and experiences. Key topics include securing decent living conditions for all within planetary boundaries, addressing power imbalances in North-South development cooperation, and fostering inclusive and sustainable practices. Additionally, the event will showcase impactful projects supported by European Engineers Without Borders associations, highlighting successful collaborations and tangible results worldwide.
Bernard Mathieu
Chairman of Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique
Hugo Schally
Adviser for international negotiations in DG ENV, European Commission
Jean-Marc Faurès
Head of the Water Division, Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique
Pol Deturck
CEO of Beaulieu International Group
Sergio Oliete Josa
Head of Unit, “sustainable Transport and urban development" DG INTPA, European Commission
Sandra Cunha
Country coordinator in Guinea Bissau, TESE, Portugal
Mehdi El Kamily
Chairman of Ingénieurs sans Frontières France
Benjamin Gayon
General Coordinator, Ingénieurs sans Frontières France
Christian Charlier
Project Manager, Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique
SPEAKERS
Bernard Mathieu
Chairman of Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique
SPEAKERS
Hugo Schally
Adviser for international negotiations in DG Environment of the European Commission
SPEAKERS
Jean-Marc Faurès
Head of the Water Division,
Ingénieurs sans Frontières
Belgique
SPEAKERS
Pol Deturck
CEO of Beaulieu
International
Group
SPEAKERS
Sergio Oliete Josa
Head of Unit, responsible for “sustainable Transport and urban development"
DG INTPA
SPEAKERS
Sonia Cunha
Country coordinator in Guinea Bissau, TESE, Portugal
SPEAKERS
Mehdi El Kamily
Chairman of Ingénieurs sans Frontières France
SPEAKERS
Benjamin Gayon
General Coordinator, Ingénieurs sans Frontières France
SPEAKERS
Christian Charlier
Chef de Projet, Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique
Schedule
Friday 17 May 2024
18.30
Welcome of participants
19.00
Introduction speech by Bernard Mathieu, President of Ingénieurs sans frontières Belgique
19.10
Presentation of flagship projects supported by ‘Engineers Without Borders’ associations (France, Portugal, Belgium)
19.40
Initial remarks from the 4 speakers
20.40
Panel discussion: Q&A
21.00
End of conference
Walking dinner and drinks
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED
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