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The 20th anniversary edition
March 14 & 15, 2025
at UNESCO / Ministère de la Santé / Mediawan • Paris
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The Value of Scientific Discourse

In a society where information travels at lightning speed and fake news blurs the lines, how can we restore scientific discourse to its rightful place? This panel delves into the critical challenges of credibility, dissemination, and the impact of scientific data in the context of climate change. How can this knowledge be transformed into a powerful tool for informed political decisions and foster greater public trust in science? A must-attend discussion for anyone seeking to understand and take action.

Session in English.

Lidia BRITO , Assistant Director-General for Natural Sciences

Mathilda D’Silva , Founder and CEO of the Ocean Purpose Project

Anne LARIGAUDERIE , Executive Secretary of IPBES

Luiz OLIVEIRA , President of the Espinhaço Institute

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La maison de l'UNESCO, 125 avenue Suffren, 75007 Paris – Salle XI
Saturday, March 15 – 12:00 - 13:00
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With the intervention of

Anne LARIGAUDERIE
Anne LARIGAUDERIE
Executive Secretary of IPBES
Lidia BRITO
Lidia BRITO
Assistant Director-General for Natural Sciences
Mathilda D’Silva
Mathilda D’Silva
Founder and CEO of the Ocean Purpose Project
Luiz OLIVEIRA
Luiz OLIVEIRA
President of the Espinhaço Institute

Moderation

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