Global Challenges Symposium

University of Exeter

<H2>Global Challenges Symposium</H2>
<H3>Tuesday 4  June, 09.00 - 18.30 and Wednesday 5 June, 09.30 - 15.30</H3>
<H3 CLASS="MsoNormal">Henderson Lecture Theatre, XFi Building, University of Exeter, Rennes Drive, Exeter, EX4 4ST</H3>
 
<H3>Event information</H3>
As global attention turns to delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), what role can the University of Exeter's research and innovation play in securing their achievement? What actions are needed to ensure we can reduce inequality, enable sustainable and resilient futures and empower effective change?
University of Exeter Global Challenges Symposium aims to bring together Exeter’s global challenges research and innovation community to share best practice, develop new connections, and generate partnerships that enable transformative outcomes towards the Sustainable Development Goals. This symposium is open to all researchers at Exeter and international development partners. The symposium warmly encourages attendance from those who might not be directly working in this area but are interested in this space more broadly.
The symposium will offer an innovative and interactive space for discussion including:
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<LI>Keynote speakers including Dr Jude Fransman from the Open University who will be discussing the importance of equitable research partnerships for global challenges  </LI>
<LI>Keynote panel discussions</LI>
<LI>Thematic sessions</LI>
<LI>Interactive networking event</LI>
<LI>Sharing best practice </LI>
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<H3>Venues and information</H3>
Main venue: Henderson Lecture Theatre, XFi Building, Streatham Campus
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Transport and accommodation for non-Exeter based attendees:
We are holding a number of rooms at a city centre hotel. If you wish to book accommodation over the event, please <A HREF="mailto:h.gilhespy@exeter.ac.uk" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="The Exchange Symposium - accommodation enquiry" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">click here</A> for further details.<A HREF="mailto:h.gilhespy@exeter.ac.uk" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="The Exchange Symposium - accommodation enquiry" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"></A>
For Penryn based attendees, we will be organising a return coach transfer. Please <A HREF="mailto:h.gilhespy@exeter.ac.uk" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="The Exchange Symposium - coach transfer enquiry" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">click here</A> to register your interest.
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<H3>Registration</H3>
Please register using the 'register link' on this page
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<H3 CLASS="MsoNormal">Programme</H3>
Tuesday 4 June     
09.00 - 09.30: Registration 
09.30 - 09.40: Introduction by Professor Neil Gow
09.45 - 10.30: Keynote speaker
10.30 - 10.45: Coffee break
10.45 - 12.00: Panel discussion
12.00 - 13.15: Networking lunch
13.15 - 15.15: Facilitated session
15.15 - 15.45: Coffee break
15.45 - 16.45: Sharing best practice
16.45 - 17.00: Closing remarks
17.00 - 18.30: Drinks and BBQ
 
Wednesday 5 June 
09.30 - 10.00: Registration 
10.00 - 11.00: Breakout session 1
11.00 - 12.00: Breakout session 2  
12.00 - 13.30: Networking lunch
13.30 - 14.30: Keynote speaker - Equitable Partnerships
14.30 - 15.15: Reflections and closing remarks
 
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