AGENDA

Welcome and Fireside Chat | 9:00 – 10:00

Panel 1   |   10:30 – 12:00 CET

The Climate Crisis and Systemic Disruption   
The climate crisis, and our efforts to mitigate and adapt to its impacts, will disrupt and transform jobs and labour markets around the world. How will the systemic disruptions of the climate crisis impact the future of work? What will be the consequences of large-scale migration and restructuring of infrastructure as part of climate adaptation responses? How will we respond to demands of young people and workers for more environmentally and socially conscious employers? Can we imagine a more ecological, fair and democratic future of work?  

Moderator: Dario De Quarti, Master Candidate in International Economics, Geneva Graduate Institute

Speakers: 

• Jamilah Bahay, 2021 G20 Youth Delegate, Sustainable Finance Policy Lead / Leader of Tomorrow, St. Gallen Symposium, Geneva Graduate Institute 
• Sarah Gondy, Technical Specialist, Just Transition, International Labour Organization
• Cynthia Illi, Co-president, Jeunes Vert-e-s Vaud; Swiss Delegate to the European Green Party 

Panel 2   |   13:00 – 14:30 CET

The Great Setback and New Pathways to Development  
Labour market inequalities are widening within and between countries, accelerated by uneven distribution of the benefits of technology and trade, and the impacts of Covid-19. Can the lessons we have learnt through the pandemic highlight new avenues for progress for both individuals and economies? Can we identify new pathways to connect to formal employment, international labour markets and the positive opportunities of trade and technology? What avenues can we pursue towards a more connected, equitable and global future of work? 

Moderator: AnaMaria Meshkurti, WEF Global Shaper; Head of Marketing, Communications and Engagement, Fongit 

Speakers:

• Sabina Dewan, President and Executive Director, JustJobs Network

• Nazrene Mannie, Executive Director, GAN Global
• Federico Perez, Founder & CEO, Platinum Capital; Member of ITC's Ye! Community  
• Federica Saliola, Lead Economist, Social Protection and Jobs Global Practice, World Bank

Panel 3   |   15:00 – 16:30 CET

The Great Resignation, Inclusion and Purpose  
The Covid-19 pandemic has spurred a large-scale resignation of workers across countries and industries. Early analysis points towards an aspirational workforce seeking to maintain the benefits of flexible work, work-life balance, and more rewarding opportunities. But are these opportunities available to all segments of the workforce? Are companies and jobs really changing enough to meet the rising expectations of a new generation of workers? How radically do we need to realign our systems, cultures, and operating models to ensure an inclusive, meaningful and human future of work? 

Moderator: Kyle de Klerk, Master Candidate in International Affairs, Geneva Graduate Institute 

Speakers:

• Gib Bulloch, Founder, Craigberoch Business Decelerator 
• Liana Melchenko, Global Head of Innovation and Insights, The Innovation Foundation 
• Shunta Takino, Policy Analyst, Directorate of Employment, Labour and Social Affairs, OECD 
• Allyson Zimmermann, Executive Director, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Catalyst 

Closing Reflections   |   16:30 – 17:00 CET

Reception   |   17:00 CET

ABOUT THINKING AHEAD ON SOCIETAL CHANGE
The Future of Work Summit is a flagship event of the Thinking Ahead on Societal Change (TASC) Platform. 
Supported by the Swiss Confederation and hosted by the Graduate Institute, Geneva, the TASC Platform is an open forum where policymakers, businesses, labour, researchers, and civil society can come together to tackle some of the biggest universal challenges of the future.