Overview
The Ecsite Directors Forum is an annual meet up for Senior Managers from Ecsite Full and Associate members. Multiple representatives per organisation are welcome. The 2025 Ecsite Directors Forum is hosted by Ciência Viva at the Pavilion of Knowledge in Lisbon, Portugal on 20 & 21 November (+ optional networking tours on 22 & 23 November). The Directors Forum is the ideal opportunity to build relationships and network with peers from across Europe in this 2-day Forum which offers a confidential platform to share expertise, debate and exchange knowledge with one another. |
Programme |
This year's theme is: "Reuniting in a polarised world".
The world has never been more polarised. In the field of science engagement, science centres and museums, we are experiencing this first hand, both within the organisation and in engaging citizens with science. We can and should play an important role, taking the lead in repairing fragmentation between groups and combatting science skepticism by building credibility, trust and navigating controversial topics without alienation.
But ‘how can we do this?’
The 2025 Ecsite Directors Forum, hosted by Ciência Viva in Lisbon, Portugal will address these challenges through a guided deep-dive into building relationships and trust within our organisations and in our diverse communities. Participants will develop communication strategies for real life concerns, tailored to address the specific concerns and values of different audience segments.
The programme, also includes ample time to network with peers, to visit the science centre and discover more about the workings of the Ciencia Viva Network which operates in 21 science centres locations throughout Portugal.
The opening plenary will start at 11am on Thursday 20 November and officially close at 12.30 on 21 November followed by lunch for all attendees. An optional programme of visits will be available in the afternoon and over the weekend for an additional charge.
Registration
Registration opens on 9 September. |
A ticket to the Ecsite Directors Forum includes lunch on 20 & 21 November, Dinner on 20 November and coffees breaks throughout. |
Ticket price: €285 incl. 0% VAT.
€15 from each paid registration will be donated to an environmental legacy project selected by Ciência Viva.
Practical Information |
The Pavilion of Knowledge is located just 3.5km from the main Humberto Delgado Airport. The nearest Train station is Oriente Station which is just over a 10 minute walk to the Pavilion of Knowledge or you can take bus numbers 728 or 26B to Oceanário Lisboa (Lisbon Aquarium) |
Our host has recommended the Ikonik Lisboa hotel which is only a 5 minute walk from the Pavilion of Knowledge. |
Pavilion of Knowledge address: Pavilhão do Conhecimento - Centro Ciência Viva Largo José Mariano Gago, nº1 Parque das Nações 1990-073 Lisboa |
Post Forum Tours
The team at Ciência Viva have organised a selection of tours. This is the ideal opportunity to discover the Ciência Viva network and enjoy more of Portugal - Please note this is not included in the cost of the Directors Forum ticket.
Click here to find out more about the post Directors Forum Tours across Portugal
Questions? Contact us at members@ecsite.eu
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