University as an epicentre for social responsibility: commitment to people and the planet

EUA member Universidade Católica Portuguesa at Porto will host the International Conference “University as an epicentre for social responsibility: commitment to people and the planet”, on 19-21 June 2023.

The event aims to build an innovative and enthusiastic international scientific forum to promote knowledge and discussion among academic staff, teachers and students focused on the direct transference of knowledge and innovation, from academia to the society regarding people’s and the planet’s wellbeing.

The scientific program includes symposia and participatory/interactive workshops to raise awareness, stimulate communication, and valorise collective intelligence, covering topics such as innovative pedagogical practices, citizen science, food and environmental transition, arts as a path for social change, among other. All participants are invited to contribute through abstract submission. Invited lectures and oral and short communications selected from submitted abstracts, as well as ludic, sharing and networking moments.

Important dates:

• Abstract submission deadline- May 14, 2023
• Notification to authors - May 31, 2023
• Deadline for early bird registration- April 30, 2023
• Deadline for late registration- June 10, 2023

Debate, exchange of ideas and transforming visions will be the keyword of this international and interdisciplinary event. For more information, please visit the event website.