Engineers
without Borders
European Forum
Brussels 17-19 May 2024
ABOUT THE FORUM
The first 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 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.
On Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 May, the work will focus on a series of exchanges and thematic workshops between our members and experts from different European Without Borders associations coming from all over Europe.
Register now for this exceptional event organised at the initiative of "Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique", and together, let's make this Forum a success.
Opening Conference
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
Chef de Projet, Ingénieurs sans Frontières Belgique
PROGRAMME
Friday 17 May 2024
18.30
Welcome of participants
19.00
Introduction speech by Bernard Mathieu, President of Ingénieurs sans frontières Belgique
19.10
Initial remarks from the 4 speakers
20.10
Panel discussion: Q&A
20.30
Presentation of flagship projects supported by ‘Engineers Without Borders’ associations
21.00
End of works
Walking dinner and drinks
Saturday 18 May 2024
9.30
Opening session
Workshop sessions 1 & 2
12.30
Lunch break
13.30
Plenary session
14.30
Workshop sessions 3 & 4
Presentation of flagship projects
18.30
Fin des travaux
Diner
Sunday 19 May 2024
9.30
Presentations of Flagship projects
The way forward & take away.
Debrief, follow-up & action plan
12.30
End of the Forum
REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSED
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