2025 Directors Forum
Pavilion of Knowledge - Ciência Viva in Lisbon, Portugal 20 & 21 November 2025
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.
Ticket price: €285 incl. 0% VAT.
€15 from each paid registration will be donated to an environmental legacy project selected by Ciência Viva.
Extend your stay!
This year the Directors Forum offers you the unique chance to extend your stay. Participate in post Directors Forum tours organised by Ciência Viva. This is the ideal opportunity to network with peers, discover the Ciência Viva network and enjoy more of Portugal!
Click here to find out more about the post Directors Forum Tours across Portugal
More to come...
Questions? Contact us at members@ecsite.eu
