Workshop: Leadership for Meaningful Change
This event is by invitation only.
In this solution-oriented workshop, through discussions and facilitated small group sessions, participants will co-create concrete and actionable strategies to engage audiences and drive change in challenging environments.
The program will feature, among others, the Foundation's Senior Advisor Jamie Hyneman.
14:45-15:00 Arrivals
15:00-15:15 Welcome!
15:15-15:55 Fireside Chat: Creating Meaningful Change
- Jamie Hyneman, CEO, M5 Industries; Senior Advisor, Fulbright Finland Foundation
- Interviewer: Terhi Mölsä, CEO, Fulbright Finland Foundation
15:55-16:20 Coffee Break
16:20-17:00 Thematic Small Group Discussions
Number of groups and facilitators TBC
Fostering Sustainable Finland–U.S. Collaboration
Examples of possible angles:
- How to continue to strengthen the relationships and collaboration after the Fulbright Finland term?
- How to ensure long-term, sustainable collaboration between individuals?
- How to ensure long-term, sustainable collaboration between institutions?
Communicating Science for Change
Examples of possible angles:
- How can researchers communicate their research to diverse audiences e.g. decision makers, media, and the general public in ways that are clear, actionable, and politically viable?
- How to ensure constructive engagement in polarized environments?
Leadership for Meaningful Change
Examples of possible angles:
- How to develop skills that amplify one's leadership capacity, regardless of one's title?
- How do we equip young scholars and professionals to step into meaningful leadership roles, especially in uncertain or politically complex environments?
- How do we move people from caring about issues to taking constructive action?
Empowering Youth as Change-Makers
Examples of possible angles:
- How do we communicate about global challenges in ways that motivate and inspire action rather than overwhelm young people?
- How to help young people apply what they know for positive change, not just learn facts?
- How can youth be included more meaningfully in decision-making and public conversations?
17:00-17:30 Debriefing the Small Group Discussions
17:30-19:00 Networking Event for Workshop Participants
Light buffet will be available.
For any questions, please contact Maija Kettunen, Communications Manager ([email protected])