Annual conference by V4 R&I Liaison Offices in Brussels
Mark your calendar today and join us on 17 June 2025 in Brussels for a high-level conference exploring how research and innovation can shape a socially just and inclusive green transition. Organised by the V4 R&I liaison offices in synergy with the candidate European Partnership for Social Transformations and Resilience (STR), the event will bring together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss how R&I can support societal resilience, reduce inequalities, and ensure that no one is left behind in the shift toward climate neutrality.
The transition to a climate-neutral and socially resilient Europe requires more than technological innovation—it demands a deep understanding of societal dynamics and inclusive policy solutions. This conference builds on the priorities of Horizon Europe, particularly the candidate European Partnership for Social Transformations and Resilience (STR), to explore how research and innovation can support fair, equitable change. By highlighting the role of social sciences and humanities in addressing structural challenges, the event aims to foster dialogue between researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders on shaping effective, people-centred responses to Europe’s most pressing transformations.
What to Expect:
- Session I: Understanding the Complexity of the Green Transition – Empowering the Change
- Explore how the green transition intersects with social equity, labour markets, regional disparities, and civic engagement
- Scientific presentations by leading researchers from across Europe
- Moderated panel dialogue and Q&A to identify shared insights and transformative pathways
- Session II: Aligning Strategies – Translating EU Policies into National Actions through HE Partnerships
- Examine how national and regional policies can align with EU priorities through Horizon Europe Partnerships
- Showcase best practices from Central and Eastern Europe and beyond
- Panel discussion on coordination mechanisms and strategic policy alignment
- Session III: Bridging Science, Policy, and Practice for a Fair Green Transition
- Interactive, participatory exercise hosted by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC)
- Discuss how evidence-based research can shape inclusive policy frameworks
- Exchange experiences and ideas to guide future R&I initiatives for societal resilience
The conference is brought to you by the V4 R&I Liaison Offices in Brussels (CZELO, SLORD, NRDIO, PolSCA) in partnership with the National Science Centre (NCN) in Poland, coordinator of the candidate STR Partnership.
Sign up for more information HERE and mark your calendar already. Stay tuned for more detail and the opening of the event registration in May!
