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News PRME at Davos 2025
14 January, 2025 Separator of date and location Davos, Switzerland, Switzerland

PRME at Davos 2025

PRME, the education initiative of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), is excited to announce its active participation at the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos. With this year’s theme, Collaboration for the Intelligent Age, the event will explore five interconnected priorities: Rebuilding Trust, Reimagining Growth, and Investing in People. Through dynamic panel discussions and engaging sessions, PRME will address how education and innovation can catalyze responsible leadership. These conversations aim to inspire collaborative efforts that advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while promoting ethical and forward-thinking management education.

PRME Featured Sessions at Davos

Impact Ecosystem Earth Action Night @ Climate Hub

  • Date: 20 January

  • Time: 7:00 - 8:15 PM CET

  • Location: Climate Hub

Celebrate innovation and collaboration at the Impact Ecosystem Earth Action Night. This gathering offers an excellent opportunity to network with global leaders in sustainability, education, and technology. Gain insights into the cutting-edge initiatives shaping our world and explore how collective action can lead to lasting societal transformation.

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From Silos to Synergy: Procurement’s Role in Advancing the SDGs

  • Date: 22 January

  • Time: 7:00 - 8:30 AM CET

  • Location: SDG Tent

This compelling panel will explore the transformative power of sustainable procurement to reshape supply chains, empower women- and youth-led enterprises, and unlock innovative solutions for a more equitable and sustainable future. Speakers will discuss bold strategies for driving collective impact and integrating advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to enhance decision-making and transparency.

Please note that this event will be livestreamed here.

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Education and AI as Catalysts for Social Innovation and Societal Change @ Social Innovation House

  • Date: 22 January

  • Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CET

  • Location: Promenade 57

This session highlights the profound role of education beyond knowledge acquisition, emphasizing its ability to foster collaboration, personal growth, and collective community flourishing. Attendees will explore the co-creative power of education in preparing individuals and communities to thrive in an interconnected world.

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Why Participate?

PRME’s involvement at Davos exemplifies its commitment to advancing responsible management education and sustainable development. Through these important conversations, we aim to leave Davos inspired by fresh insights and strengthened by new collaboration opportunities. PRME looks forward to expanding our community and driving our mission of fostering responsible decision makers of tomorrow while driving progress toward the SDGs.

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