Welcome
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Gina Vargiu‑Breuer
Reflections on 35 years since the end of Apartheid
Join Lord Peter Hain, Thuli Madonsela, and Ashraf Garda for a profound dialogue on South Africa’s journey.
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Professor Thuli Madonsela
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Lord Peter Hain
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Ashraf Garda
Danone: Building A Sustainable Business Combining Economic Performance And Positive Impact.
In light of the current pivotal moment between significant challenges and opportunities for transformation, Danone, as a food company, is committed to being part of the solution.
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Nathalie Alquier
Astrazeneca: Youth at the heart of health: unlocking the power of what science can do for people, society and the planet
As the world faces mounting health and climate challenges, this session explores the transformative power of youth leadership as a catalyst for lasting impact.
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Winnie Olwal
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Aradhana Sarin
BMW Group
This insightful panel discussion will explore the transformative power of individual action in driving change. Our panellists—Ilka Horstmeier, H.E. Mr. Miguel Ángel Moratinos, and Dr.
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Dr. Gabriela de la Torre
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Ilka Horstmeier
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H.E. Mr. Miguel Ángel Moratinos
Sir Bob Geldof
Sir Bob Geldof will deliver a keynote speech to mark the 40th anniversary of Live Aid.
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Sir Bob Geldof
Maria Ressa
Maria Ressa’s keynote speech will be a powerful call to defend truth and democracy in an era of disinformation.
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Maria Ressa
Chanel
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Leena Nair
Siemens: Waste as a Resource, Nature as Our Guide
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Judith Wiese
The Circular Economy - How can we accelerate the shift to circular systems to tackle the Climate crisis?
Hear from five amazing One Young World delegates about the work they are doing to advance circularity
Networking break
Delegates will be able to attend Interactive Stage sessions, SAP Skills Hub session, Workshops, and Action Sessions. Lunch will be provided in this break, as well as networking opportunities.
Insights from AstraZeneca's SDG3 LEAD2030 winners: Youth action to advance health equity
This session will feature two Lead2030 SDG 3 Challenge winners supported by AstraZeneca.
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Alexandra Bishop
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Winnie Olwal
Driving Impactful Leadership in Universities: Lessons from One Young World University of Bath Forum
Drawing on lessons from the OYW University Forum and initiatives between the University of Bath and institutions worldwide, this session explores how universities can be catalysts for impactful lea
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Antonia Vollet
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Professor Julian Chaudhuri
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Rebecca Rowney
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Emily Richards
Skills over Titles: Why job titles don’t tell the full story
Job titles don’t tell the full story - skills do.
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Caroline Hanke
The Talent Landscape: What Does the Future Hold?
From keeping global workforces engaged, to acting as a responsible business, leadership that reimagines the employee experience is more important than ever.
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Will Smith
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Ronan Dunne
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Claire Isnard
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Gina Vargiu‑Breuer
What's Next for ESG?
As ESG continues to evolve, leading companies are rethinking how purpose is embedded in strategy and operations.
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Barbara Speigel
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Dr. Chitkala Kalidas
Material transformation, Enhancing Transparency and Traceability
Join Rachelle Graham, Traceability Leader for IKEA Supply, in exploring how transparency and traceability are transforming the future of our supply chain.
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Rachelle Graham
From Colour-Blind to Colour-Full: Lets Talk About Race
What happens when two South African women of different racial backgrounds, carrying the legacy of Apartheid, collide unexpectedly?
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Stacy Jayne Saggers
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Senamile Zungu
Innovations in Circular Economy: Bridging Urban Projects and Munich's Business Landscape
This panel will showcase innovative urban projects of Munich´s Zero Waste Innovation Hub that promote circular economy practices within the local business community.
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Ramona Hempen
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Dr. Simone Thomas
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Christian Aschenbrenner
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Peace through enterprise: can business be a force for peace?
Can entrepreneurship be a driving force for peace?
The Universal Language of Creativity
In a world becoming increasingly divided by borders and perspectives, creativity offers a common language that unites us all.
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Jeanette Kakareka
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James Chau
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Her Royal Highness Princess Sophie-Alexandra of Bavaria
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Jinhao Zhang
How to use Gen AI's unlimited potential - Amplify your mission, tell your story with creative content, raise awareness (& funds)!
Ready to unleash your most ambitious creative ideas?
Iran in Focus
The panel discussion will spotlight the plight of Iranian prisoners of conscience, focusing on their resilience and struggles under harsh conditions.
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Nazanin Boniadi
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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe
IKEA: Towards a circular business
In this inspiring session, IKEA leaders Christina Niemelä Ström and Alice Hong Gu share a powerful intergenerational story of courage, sustainability, and circularity.
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Alice Hong Gu
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Christina Niemelä Ström
L'Oréal
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Ezgi Barcenas
Audi Foundation and UNIDO
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Rüediger Recknagel
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Gerd Müller
Siemens Energy: The Underestimated Value of Stability in a Fast-Paced World
In our rapidly changing world, which is characterized by geopolitical, economic uncertainty and by an overwhelming flow of news and social media, the quest for stability in our professional lives a
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Maria Ferraro
Terry Crews
Terry Crews will deliver a keynote that will confront toxic masculinity with honesty, vulnerability, and strength.
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Terry Crews
PACT Break the Hate
Join Andy Nulman and Stephen Bronfman, the visionary founders of PACT!, as they host the presentation for the inaugural PACT! Break the Hate Award!
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Stephen Bronfman
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Andy Nulman
Networking break
Delegates will be able to attend Interactive Stage sessions, SAP Skills Hub session, Workshops, Action Sessions, and networking opportunities.
Bridging Minds and Methods: Uniting Science, Technology, and Storytelling for a Sustainable Future
Henkel Adhesive Technologies is pioneering sustainable transformation through cutting-edge material science - but innovation alone isn’t enough.
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Ulla Hüppe
Expanding Equity For Marginalised Groups
Equity is not just about access to services, it's about ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to live a safe, healthy and fulfilling life.
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Victoria F. Legault
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Marie-Léopoldine Tossou
Rethinking Masculinity
Despite continued awareness of mental health, patriarchal expectations and traditional ideals of masculinity still weigh heavily on men.
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Terry Crews
Inclusive Workplaces: Facilitating the Freedom to Succeed
This panel explores how individuals and organisations can unlock talent through tolerance, empathy, and intentional anti-hate frameworks.
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Michaela Hanzén
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Munazza Kasmani
Building Africa, One Story at a Time: Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion in Action.
This session explores Financial Inclusion through Entrepreneurship (FITE) in greater depth.
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Joseph Khoza
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Kal Narotham
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Antoninah Moturi
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Zintle Raziya
Sustainability and the circular economy: what do cows have to do with antibiotics?
Companies need to think creatively about how to improve sustainability across their value chains, from big changes such as switching to renewable electricity to small changes such as closing a vent
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Kate Ahern
How to Build a Political Movement Across Borders
What does it take to turn a bold idea into a pan-European movement?
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Grit Zwingenberger
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Damian Boeselager
Aris Mining and Youth: Building Responsible Mining and Community Transformation
As a leading gold producer in the Americas, Aris Mining is committed to demonstrating how responsible mining can drive positive global and local impact.
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Neil Woodyer
“Climate Change, Leaders Needed!” Empowering the next generation of leaders
This session brings together inspiring young leaders from across the globe who are shaping the future of sustainability in diverse and innovative ways.
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Adhitya Raghaven
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Rachel Clausing
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Shirley Binder
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Xananine Calvillo
Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Emerging Markets in the Global South
As tech and entrepreneurship surge across the Global South, how do you choose your next market, and pivot when the rules change?
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Kennedy Ekezie-Joseph
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Carlos Andrade
Delegate Dinner
This year, the City of Munich and its partners are inviting all delegates to Paulaner am Nockherberg, a traditional Munich beer hall and longtime home of the Paulaner brewery.