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Seattle Convening
January 28-30, 2025
Building on the success of the 2024 TIIPS4Wellbeing in Pécs, Hungary, we are excited to bring the same dynamic environment for global collaboration to the Seattle Convening. The October 2024 Convening saw notable partnerships between Seattle University, Farmer Frog, and the University of Pécs, with representation from diverse regions such as the China Confucius Center, the Marshall Islands, Australia, and the Netherlands.
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Tuesday, 28/01/2025: Pre-conference Symposium (Invitation Only)
11:30 PST | TIIPS4Wellbeing Executive Leadership Luncheon | Sinegal 200 - Oberto Commons
13:00 PST | Symposium Registration | Casey 530 and Online
Welcome
1:30 p.m. | Organizer greeting | Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
1:35 p.m. | Director’s greeting | Kia Goolesorkhi. University of Pecs
Platform Development Session:
13:45 PST | Designing the Guiderails for TIIPS4Wellbeing Organization
14:15 PST | TIIPS4Wellbeing Think Tank Strategies
14:45 PST | Innovations in Global Wellbeing Governance
15:15 PST | Global Cross-Sector Collaboration Funding Strategies
15:45 PST | Open floor Q&A | Moderator: Colette Taylor
16:15 PST | Next Steps
16:45 PST | Closing Remarks | Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
Wednesday, 29/01/2025 (for ALL Participants)
Convening Registration
9:30 a.m. | Casey 530 and Online
Convening Welcome
10:00 a.m. | Organizer greeting | Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
10:05 a.m. | Director’s greeting | Kia Goolesorkhi. University of Pecs
Session 1: Helix Framework: Creating a Global Platform for Wellbeing
10:15 a.m. | Address: TIIPS4Wellbeing: Unleashing the Power of Governance and Leadership | Kia Goolesorkhi. University of Pecs
Session 2: Understanding Our Context: Building Effective Partnerships Across Sectors
10:45 a.m. | Address: | Transforming Wellbeing: The Role of Entrepreneurs and Innovators | Mr. Tibor Meszaros, NeoCliniq Europe & Greenchain Europe
11:05 a.m. | Address: | Sustainability and American Higher Education | Yolanda Cieters, Interim Director l Center for Environmental Justice and Sustainability, Seattle University
11:20 a.m. | Address: | Harnessing Think Tanks: Innovative Solutions 4 Community Challenges in Botswana | Rebanna Mmereki, University Botswana
Session 3: Health and Wellbeing Platform
11:25 a.m. | Address: | Strength in Community: Marshallese Survivance and Diaspora Well-being | Robin Narruhn, Associate Professor, Nursing, Seattle University
Session 4: TIIPS4Wellbeing Pitch Session 11:45 a.m. | Health and Wellbeing TIIPS Pitches | Moderator: Colette Taylor, Seattle University
Pitch Organization: CouldYou.org, Karen Pillay
Pitch Organization: Solberg Community Weaving, Kathy Coffey
Pitch Organization: The Silent Task Force, Avery Huff
Pitch Organization: UW AI Research Team
12:30 p.m. | Lunch | Sponsored by Farmer Frog
1:15 p.m. | Reconvene
Session 5: Education and Leadership
1:30 p.m. | Address: | Reimagining Indigenous Education in the United States | Jenny Serpa & Ron Johnson, Cedar University
Session 6: Cultivating the Future: Innovations in Agricultural and Food Sustainability
2:00 p.m. | Address: | Fresh Food Coalition Nutritional Well-being | Zsofia Pasztor, Farmer Frog
2:20 p.m. | Panel: Agricultural and Food Sustainability around the World | Moderator: Zsofia Pasztor, Farmer Frog
Sufaya Issaka, Farmer Frog Leadership Development International Learning
Jane Hutchinson, Western Wildlife Outreach, Coexistence with Wildlife through Human Systems
Ashlee Staub Light House Gardens, Farmer Frog Hands-on Self-Directed Learning
Session 7: TIIPS4Wellbeing Pitch Session 2
2:50 p.m. | Natural Environment and Education TIIPS Pitches | Moderator: Colette Taylor, Seattle University
Pitch Organization: Scholasticah Muniu
Pitch Organization: Szilvia Kazmer
3:15 p.m. | Closing Remarks | Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
Thursday, 30/01/2025 (ALL Participants)
9:30 a.m. | Casey 530 and Online | Morning Welcome
10:00 a.m. | Organizer greeting | Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
Session 7: Partnership between Philanthropies, Organizations, and Innovators
10:15 a.m. | Address: | Harnessing Philanthropy: Strengthening NGO Collaborations to Tackle Real-World Challenges | Obed Kabanda, Senior Director Global Partnerships, Global Fund for Women
10:30 am | Address: | Carbon sequestration and Sustainable Farming Programs through Biochar| Zsolt CSECS, CEO, Renovium Limited
10:45 am | TIIPS Pitches | Moderator: Colette Taylor, Seattle University
Pitch Organization: One Health, Dr. Julia Pasztor - VetPartners New Zealand
Pitch Organization: Essential Needs Advocacy for a Healthier World, Irene Muller-Essentials First
Pitch Organization: Hearing Management for Well-being, Farya Golesorkhi,
Pitch Organization: Alternative Materials, Holmer Savastano Jr - University of São Paulo
Session 8: From Dreaming to Transforming Making the Connection
11:20 a.m. | Address | Introducing Sister City Model & Best Practices | Kia Goolesorkhi, University of Pecs
11:45 a.m. | Mayor’s City Sister Panel | Moderator: Kia Goolesorkhi, University of Pecs | Health Leadership Management Development Institute (HLMDI)
Zachary Nelson, Global Cleveland
Laszlo Dicso, Mayor of Alsomocsolad, Hungary
12:05 p.m. | Lunch | Sponsored by Farmer Frog
1:05 p.m. | Reconvene
Session 9: Defining the Guiderails for the TIIPS4Wellbeing Platform Activities
1:15 p.m. | Address: Evaluating Global Partnerships and Impact: A Brief Overview| Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
1:35 p.m. | Address: TIIPS4Wellbeing: Ensuring Trust and Security in Think Tank Collaborations | Tariq Yusuf, Principal Privacy and Technology Ethics Consultant, Intentionally Human
Session 10: The Future of TIIPS4Wellbeing Platform and Staying Involved
2:00 p.m. | Roundtable Discussion| Moderator: Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
Kia Goolesorkhi. University of Pecs
Zsofia Pasztor, Farmer Frog, Fresh Food Coalition
Rebanna Mmereki, University Botswana
Robin Narruhn, Associate Professor, Nursing, Seattle University
Health Leadership Management Development Institute (HLMDI)
2:45 p.m. | Open floor Q&A | Moderator: Ashlee Staub Light House Gardens
Dylan Wehle, Farmer Frog
3:30 p.m. | Convening Closing Remarks | Colette Taylor, SU TIIPS Initiative Director, Seattle University
Event Agenda:
Key Objectives:
Bridge Silos: Break down barriers between sectors and disciplines, promoting the exchange of ideas and expertise.
Advance Sustainability: Explore how co-innovation can drive sustainable solutions for environmental, social, and economic challenges.
Enhance Wellbeing: Prioritize human flourishing, mental health, and quality of life as essential outcomes of our efforts.
Govern with Purpose: Develop governance frameworks prioritizing wellbeing, equity, and long-term impact.
Participants can:
Build International Partnerships: Connect with global stakeholders to foster meaningful collaborations.
Showcase Projects and Needs: Present initiatives and identify areas for support and cooperation.
Attend Annual Conferences and Networking Events: Engage with peers and experts to share knowledge and experiences.
Access Resources for Collaboration and Innovation: Utilize tools and platforms to enhance cooperative efforts and drive innovation.
The Seattle Convening is designed to take the next step in the development of the Pécs TIIPS4Wellbeing Convening and demonstrate the power of collaborative efforts. After the event, we will continue to foster the relationships and ideas that emerge, with the goal of implementing sustainable solutions.
Centered on our Helix Think Tank model, the event will showcase best practices for multi-sector collaboration. Participants will be encouraged to network through B2Match, fostering global connections to address holistic socio-ecological well-being as defined by the UN SDG Goals 2032.
The convening aims to transform ways of thinking, teaching, research, and learning to become more community-driven. This approach supports the concept of a "university without walls," driven by the sister city initiative for sustainable wellbeing.
The sister city initiative, a program that fosters partnerships between cities worldwide, aims to promote peace and strengthen local communities through cultural, educational, and economic exchanges.
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