EWB-SWE Attends Science Diplomacy Seminar During the ACCESS Forum 2024 in Stockholm
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The forum featured esteemed guests and panelists, including Thaïs Machado Borges, Director of the Nordic Institute of Latin American Studies (Nilas),
The ACCESS Forum, held in Stockholm from June 10-14, is a significant academic event in the field of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) collaboration between Sweden and Chile. Caroline Edelstam, Secretary General of Engineers Without Borders Sweden (EWB-SWE), attended the Science Diplomacy event on June 11, held at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in collaboration with Stockholm University.
The ACCESS Forum is part of the larger ACCESS initiative, a collaborative platform involving eight Swedish and nine Chilean universities. This initiative aims to promote and facilitate academic collaboration between the two countries, advancing scientific knowledge and fostering innovation for economic growth. The forum gathered over 200 researchers and university representatives, providing a crucial platform for dialogue and partnership-building.
Esteemed Guests and Panelists
The forum featured esteemed guests and panelists, including Thaïs Machado Borges, Director of the Nordic Institute of Latin American Studies (Nilas),
Henrik Hallgren from the International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR), with Caroline Edelstam, Secretary General EWB-SWE, and Tomas Wiklund, Sweden’s Ambassador to Chile, showcasing the collaborative spirit of the event.
Highlights from the Sessions
One of the key panel discussions focused on various aspects of diplomacy in the context of science. These discussions highlighted the critical role of networks in research, with a notable quote summarising that: “Networks are very important for research.”
Sweden’s Ambassador to Chile, Tomas Wiklund, spoke on the significance of the ACCESS collaboration in "Science Diplomacy between Sweden and Chile – in the execution of SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals.”
Sweden’s Ambassador to Chile, Tomas Wiklund, spoke on the significance of the ACCESS collaboration in "Science Diplomacy between Sweden and Chile – in the execution of SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals.”
Panel discussion on various aspects of diplomacy in the context of science.
Henrik Hallgren from the International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR), with Caroline Edelstam, Secretary General EWB-SWE, and Tomas Wiklund, Sweden’s Ambassador to Chile, showcasing the collaborative spirit of the event.
Key Objectives and Principles
The ACCESS Forum 2024 aimed to: Facilitate Dialogue and encourage communication between Swedish and Chilean governmental bodies and stakeholders to strengthen bilateral ties. It also aims at promote funding and investments in collaborative research initiatives.
Another aim is to foster Networking and create opportunities for potential collaborators and promote academia-industry partnerships. And finally to highlight successful Science, Technology, and Innovation collaboration projects and case studies.
The event included case examples, panel discussions, and networking mingles, concluding with a reception at the Chilean Embassy.
Conclusion
The ACCESS Forum 2024 demonstrated the power of international cooperation in STI. It highlighted the joint efforts of Sweden and Chile in promoting sustainable development and achieving the goals outlined in Agenda 2030. Through mutual benefits, inclusivity, openness, and long-term commitment, the forum showcased how effective science diplomacy can bridge gaps and foster a collaborative spirit for global advancements.
EWB-SWE's participation underscores our commitment to strengthening international partnerships and advancing the role of engineering in addressing global challenges. The insights and connections gained from this event will undoubtedly contribute to EWB-SWE's ongoing efforts to promote sustainable engineering solutions internationally.
Read more about the ACCESS forum and seminars on the link provided below.
