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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190315T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190610T170000
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SUMMARY:Member expo: ''Brain - wider than the sky'' by Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian
DESCRIPTION: \nThe latest exhibition to open at the Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian in Lisbon is ‘Brain – wider than the sky”\, which opens on the 15th March and showcases the complexity of the human mind. \nBy Rui Oliveira\, the exhibition seeks to take visitors on a ”unique journey from the origin of brains\, to the complexity of the human mind and into the challenges of artificial minds.”  \nAvailable until the 10th June\, ”Brain wider than the sky” features video installations on the brain\, interactive sensory exhibits\, artworks and digital games to showcase the themes of the exhibition. \nFor more information visit here. \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/member-expo-brain-wider-than-the-sky-by-fundacao-calouste-gulbenkian/
LOCATION:Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian\, Av. de Berna\, 45A\, Lisbon\, 1067-001\, Portugal
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190430T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190430T160000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
CREATED:20190411T143238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T084616Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar on ''Philanthropy’s Role in Implementing the UN Global Compact on Refugees''
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe EFC’s Diversity\, Migration and Integration (DMI) network is organising a 60-minute webinar on “Philanthropy’s Role in Implementing the UN Global Compact on Refugees” on 30 April from 15:00 to 16:00 CET. \nAn increase in the number of people seeking asylum in recent years has exposed the ill-preparedness of the international community to deal with the challenge of dealing with refugees and asylum seekers\, further compounded by the uneven distribution of refugees across countries and regions. To address these issues\, The Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) was adopted in December 2018 by the United Nations General Assembly as an expression of political will of member states to save lives\, protect rights and share responsibilities. \nIn order for the compact to be implemented effectively there is a need for international multi-sectoral cooperation. Several CSOs have already launched initiatives to engage in the practical application of the GCR\, and a number of philanthropic actors have been funding these interventions. In this webinar\, we will discuss how philanthropic actors can take a more strategic and sustained role in supporting the implementation of the GCR and the webinar will also provide an update on the implementation of the GCR so as to inform private funders’ grantmaking decisions. \nThe webinar will address the following questions: \n\nWhat are the differences between the UN Global Compact on Refugees and the UN Global Compact on Migrants (GCM)? What do they entail? \nHow can GCR improve the challenges that refugees and hosting communities face every day?\nHow is the GCR being implemented?\nHow can we take a multi-stakeholder approach to the challenge of forced displacement to improve the lives of millions of people?\nHow have philanthropic actors been supporting implementation of the GCR and what additional role can they play?\n\nThe speakers include: \n\nJosephine Liebl\, Head of International Advocacy at the European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)\nJohannes Tarvainen\, educational officer at the UNHCR \nSahar Yadegari\, Chair of the European Programme for Integration and Migration (EPIM)\n\nTo register click here. \nFor more information on the webinar or the work of the DMI network contact Sevda Kilicalp. \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/webinar-on-philanthropys-role-in-implementing-the-un-global-compact-on-refugees/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190506T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190507T170000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
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SUMMARY:ERA Training Seminar - ''Persons with Disabilities: Disability and Non-Discrimination in the European Union''
DESCRIPTION:The Academy of European Law (ERA) is hosting a training seminar on the equal participation of persons with disabilities in society and their access to information\, on the 6th and 7th May in Trier\, supported by the EFC’s Disability Thematic Network and the European Disability Forum. \nThe two day seminar will provide participants with the opportunity to learn about the EU action and legal framework\, that was adopted with a view to improving access for persons with disabilities in society. The seminar is open to national civil servants and the staff of NGOs\, DPOs and equality bodies from EU Member State\, Iceland and Liechtenstein. \nThe deadline for applications is the 31st March. \nTo apply visit here. \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/era-training-seminar-persons-with-disabilities-disability-and-non-discrimination-in-the-european-union/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190520T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190521T170000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
CREATED:20181030T151155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T121912Z
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SUMMARY:OECD Forum 2019
DESCRIPTION: \nThe OECD Forum brings together high-level government representatives\, from OECD member countries and key partners\, with stakeholders from civil society\, business\, trade unions\, philanthropy\, academia and media to discuss world issues and challenges.  \nThe 2019 Forum\, held during OECD Week\, from the 20th May to 23rd May\, will be chaired by the Slovak Republic and co-chaired by Canada and South Korea\, and will discuss issues surrounding the rising inequalities in economic and social opportunity that are affecting people of all ages and genders\, dampening the diversity and richness of our societies and hindering prosperity\, well-being and inclusion.  \nThe programme will seek to examine features of the global digital transformation that influence entrepreneurship\, the future of work\, skills\, AI and education\, and will also address global issues in climate change\, development\, tax\, governance\, and the need for enhanced international and multi-stakeholder collaboration to achieve targets and create fairer societies. \nThe 2018 OECD Forum saw 4\,000 participants from 73 countries engage with 237 speakers in 90 sessions on a broad range of discussions hoping to move from dialogue to action in shaping solutions and bridging divides. \nFor more information visit here. Registrations open early 2019. \nThe EFC’s Annual AGA and Conference also takes place in Paris in the same week\, under the title “Liberté\, égalité\, philanthropie”.  \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/oecd-forum-2019/
LOCATION:OECD Conference Centre\, 2 Rue André Pascal\, Paris\, 75016\, France
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190521T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190521T180000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
CREATED:20190410T125048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T130752Z
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SUMMARY:African Philanthropy Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The EFC is co-organising a meeting between African philanthropic organisations\, and EFC members active in Africa\, so as to better understand the landscape of African philanthropy\, on 21 May\, Paris. \nThis one day meeting just prior to the EFC Annual Conference will bring together these different players with the aim of better understanding the landscape of African philanthropy: what do the diverse forms look like; where do they sit; and what are the relationships that exist between them? Additionally\, where are there potential tensions that might pull the field in different directions? Can we work more collaboratively to counter some of these? Finally\, how are African infrastructure\, or support\, organisations nurturing this space? \nPlease note this event is by invitation only. \nFor more information please contact Jennifer Fitzsimons.  \n  \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/african-philanthropy-meeting/
LOCATION:Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel\, 17 Boulevard Saint-Jacques\, Paris\, 75014\, France
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190525
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
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SUMMARY:EFC AGA and Conference 2019: Liberté\, égalité\, philanthropie
DESCRIPTION:  \nVisit the 2019 Conference website for programme and registration\nThe 2019 EFC AGA and Conference will take place from 22-24 May in Paris\, under the title “Liberté\, égalité\, philanthropie” \n“Liberté\, égalité\, fraternité!”: who isn’t familiar with the French national motto which finds its roots in the Revolution of 1789 but is still considered the rallying call for freedom\, equality and solidarity around the world today? \nYet despite their universal nature and appeal\, these three ideals are not (yet) fully realised: they continue to represent aims rather than achievements due to an array of critical and constantly evolving challenges. \nBearing this in mind: \n\nHow can European foundations respond to the migration crisis as a challenge to freedom of movement and an indicator of global inequalities?\nHow do we address the threats to freedom of speech and freedom of the press in an age of fake news and post-truth politics?\nThirty years after the fall of the Iron Curtain\, how can foundations promote human rights in Europe?\nHow can foundations encourage new forms of solidarity and inclusion?\n\nThese are just a few of the questions facing European foundations – and this is where you come in. We want to hear your brightest and best session proposals to identify ways in which philanthropy can help turn the dream of a free\, democratic and equitable society into a tangible reality. \n  \nFor more information please contact Andrea Salvadori. \n \n  \nThe EFC AGA and Annual Conference is fundamental part of the EFC’s commitment to improving peer-learning and collaboration among its members. For more information on the EFC’s seven key priorities\, please download the EFC Strategic Framework 2016-2022.  \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/efc-aga-and-conference-2019-liberte-egalite-philanthropie/
LOCATION:Paris\, Paris\, France
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190522T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190522T110000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
CREATED:20190311T162206Z
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SUMMARY:Joint Meeting of the European Foundations for Sustainable Agriculture and Food (EFSAF) network and the Research Forum
DESCRIPTION: \nThe EFC’s European Foundations for Sustainable Agriculture and Food (EFSAF) thematic network and Research Forum are organising a joint meeting in Paris on the 22nd May 2019 to investigate the inter-linkages between research and agri-food systems.  \nThis first meeting of the two networks will seek to provide an opportunity for the participants of both to get to know and understand each other better\, while creating the basis for a working relationship moving forward. This will facilitate future cooperation and the ability to explore synergies between the research and agri-food system communities.  \nParticipants will learn from one another the priorities of their own organisations\, the work of the two different networks and explore the common ground between the two.  \nFor more information\, please contact Silvia Balmas or Jennifer Fitzsimons. \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/joint-meeting-of-the-european-foundations-for-sustainable-agriculture-and-food-efsaf-network-and-the-research-forum/
LOCATION:Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel\, 17 Boulevard Saint-Jacques\, Paris\, 75014\, France
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190524T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190524T173000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
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SUMMARY:Funders' Forum on Sustainable Cities site visit to ZAC Pajol Éco-Quartier
DESCRIPTION: \nThe Funders’ Forum on Sustainable Cities (FFSC) will host a site visit to the ZAC Pajol Éco-Quartier\, Paris on the 24th May following the end of the EFC AGA and Conference. \nZAC Pajol is an ecological development zone located in the northeast of Paris\, bordered by many important railways that were developed throughout the 19th century\, and this history is still central to the site. The district fell into serious disrepair and decline during the 20th century and was considered wasteland\, to the point that the area was earmarked for demolition. However after pressure from local citizens the Deputy Major decided to completely rethink the project. \nThis new rehabilitation initiative has become a stunning example of a successful city redevelopment project and has managed to incorporate amenities such as a youth hostel\, library\, public gardens and various other spaces such as artistic workspaces\, urban farming\, and workspaces for local entrepreneurs. The project has achieved this while also preserving key elements of the 19th century industrial heritage such as the architecture and buildings\, while maintaining a small ecological footprint. \nThe FFSC site visit will provide participants with the opportunity to explore this initiative in detail\, speak to both officials from the municipality and the developers\, and find out about the campaign from the local community leaders who fought to maintain their input in the development. Participants will also get a chance to tour the facilities and speak to local users about both the development process and the opportunities that the initiative has brought to the district. \nParticipants will depart from the Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel & Conference Centre following the EFC AGA and Conference. \nTo register for this event\, please contact Jennifer Fitzsimons. \n  \nImage courtesy of Lionel Allorge — Travail personnel\, CC BY-SA 3.0\, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50654121  \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/funders-forum-on-sustainable-cities-site-visit-to-zac-pajol-eco-quartier/
LOCATION:ZAC PajoL\, 20 Espl. Nathalie Sarraute\, Paris\, 75018\, France
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190605
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
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SUMMARY:Journalism Funders Forum: What effective media philanthropy looks like right now
DESCRIPTION:\n \nTaking place in Paris from 3-4 June\, the Journalism Funders Forum will convene some of the world’s leading foundations focused on supporting media and journalism\, as well as influential thinkers and high-level experts with significant impact in the foundation and journalism sectors. \nThe event will connect a group of like-minded peers who are interested in working together as part of a trusted community. This group will exchange knowledge and share insights about the most pressing issues\, challenges\, and opportunities facing the funding of European journalism and journalists. The ultimate goal is to push forward the agenda on more effective and impactful funding of journalism in Europe. \nAmong confirmed attendees are representatives of the Adessium Foundation\, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation\, Open Society Foundations\, Schöpflin Stiftung\, Stichting Democratie en Media\, Nicolas Puech Foundation\, and Reuters Institute for The Study of Journalism. \nThe Forum will focus on: \n\n\nimproving philanthropic performance through successful funder-grantee relationships;\ntracking impact in journalism; and\ninciting law and regulation benefitting media and philanthropy.\n\nAnd will also include:\n\nguiding principles on philanthropic funding of non-profit news in Europe;\na comprehensive database of funding opportunities; and\nways to enhance funders’ transparency and improve knowledge-sharing externally. \n\n\nThe event is by invitation only. \nFor more information please contact Biba Klomp at klomp@ejc.net. \nThe event is supported by Adessium Foundation\, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation\, Open Society Foundations\, Schöpflin Stiftung\, Stichting Democratie en Media and Nicolas Puech Foundation. JFF is an initiative by the European Journalism Centre. \n\n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/journalism-funders-forum-what-effective-media-philanthropy-looks-like-right-now/
LOCATION:Château de Rochefort\, Rochefort en Yvelines\, France
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20190901T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20190908T170000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
CREATED:20190410T124557Z
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SUMMARY:Philanthropic Leadership Platform - China-Europe 2019
DESCRIPTION: \nFor the 4th edition of the Philanthropic Leadership Platform – China-Europe\, 20 mid-to-senior-level philanthropic leaders from China and Europe will gather from 1st-8th September 2019 in Beijing to share their knowledge\, experience\, creativity and concerns during this intensive\, peer-learning leadership development programme.  \nFollowing the success of the 2016\, 2017 and 2018 editions of the Philanthropic Leadership Platform – China-Europe (墨卡托中欧公益领导力伙伴项目)\, the EFC and the China Global Philanthropy Institute (CGPI)\, with continued financial support from Stiftung Mercator\, have agreed to extend the programme for a further three years. The programme alternates each year between the two continents and with a new group of participants each year. \nThe programme will last a total of 8 days: 2 days for travel and 6 days for the programme activities. Participants engage in group and plenary interaction\, and active exchange with high-level experts and leaders of institutions in the public\, private and voluntary sectors. The programme is built on the following specific activities: \n\nGroup work on specific topics\nPlenary discussions\nLectures and trainings\nIntergroup workshops\nExcursions to other foundations and non-profit organisations\nSite visits to local philanthropy projects\n\nTo boost the sharing experience\, each participant will be paired up throughout the programme with one of their intercontinental peers. \nAll costs\, except for travel\, are covered by the organisers. \nTo learn more about the programme and how to apply\, go to PLP China-Europe. \nFor more information\, contact Sevda Kilicalp\, EFC Thematic Networks Coordinator. \n  \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/philanthropic-leadership-platform-china-europe-2019/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20191015T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20191017T170000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
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SUMMARY:Funders’ Forum on Sustainable Cities Annual Meeting ''Innovation\, technology\, big data and its impact on cities''
DESCRIPTION:The Funders’ Forum for Sustainable Cities (FFSC) is hosting its annual meeting on ”Innovation\, technology\, big data and its impact on cities” on the 15-17 October\, in Turin\, hosted by Sviluppo e Crescita CRT and Fondazione Adriano Olivetti. \nThe 2019 FFSC Annual Meeting will delve deep into the issues of sustainable urban development\, data science\, sustainability science\, artificial intelligence and the battle to preserve a cities heritage whilst maintaining and preparing it for the future. Funders will learn about the opportunities\, and the risks that come with using these tools\, strategies and methodologies to positively impact cities. \nTurin\, and the Piedmont region has a long industrial history that extends from the smallest\, to largest cities in the region. In thinking of sustainable urban redevelopment and the points of discussion it is the perfect backdrop for the meeting\, with many of these issues being central themes of debate and discussion throughout the region. \nFor more information please contact Jennifer Fitzsimons. \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/funders-forum-on-sustainable-cities-annual-meeting-innovation-technology-big-data-and-its-impact-on-cities/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC+2:20191023T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC+2:20191025T170000
DTSTAMP:20190417T075911
CREATED:20181211T152935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T153027Z
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SUMMARY:III International Congress on Technology and Tourism for All
DESCRIPTION: \nThe III International Congress on Technology and Tourism for All will take place on the 23rd-25th October 2019 in Malaga\, Spain. \nThe latest iteration of the Congress\, organised by EFC member Fundación ONCE\, will demonstrate what technology\, smart tourist destinations\, accessible products and services can do for society. People and their rights\, innovation\, as well as products and services offered are elements that must be taken in consideration in the 21st century in order to meet individual needs within a global offer.  \nAs with previous editions the Congress will feature amongst its discussions and presentations a variety of exchanges for research ideas and papers\, communications materials and the latest firsthand knowledge on a broad range of themes and topics. \nThe Congress agenda is open to proposals related to the following thematic areas: \n\n­      Technologies and Services to Access Information and Communication\n­      Human-Computer Interaction\n­      Assistive Technologies\n­      Telecare and Teleassistance: Prolonging Active Life\n­      Digital Home and Independent Living\n­      Robotics for Personal Autonomy\n­      Transport for All\n­      Technologies for Smart Cities\n­      Accessible Technologies for Collaboration and Learning\n­      Augmented/Virtual/Mixed Reality\n­      Technology Applications and Solutions for Accessible Tourism and Cultural Activities\n­      Tourism Regulations and Standards\n­      Accessibility in Hotels and Museums\n­      Accessibility in Cultural and Natural Heritage\n­      Accessibility in Transport\n­      Accessibility in tourism information\n­      Tourism activities for all (outdoor and indoor)\n\nFor more information please contact Fundación ONCE. \n
URL:https://www.efc.be/event/iii-international-congress-on-technology-and-tourism-for-all/
LOCATION:Malaga\, Spain
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