Conference AI & Next Generations : Leadership, Education & Sustainability
The Association des Diplômé.e.s de l'Institut de hautes écoles en administration publique (AD-IDHEAP) invites you to attend the conference entitled ‘AI & Next Generations: Leadership, Education & Sustainability — Quo Vadis?’ on Wednesday, 11 March 2026.
Artificial intelligence is now one of the main catalysts for change in working conditions, tasks and processes, and its impact on the transformation of our society will be considerable.
This event, organised by AD-IDHEAP, opens up a space for dialogue on the tensions and promises of a future shaped by AI. It will feature presentations by international speakers from the worlds of academia, innovation and foresight. Together, they will examine the foundations of renewed leadership, the challenges of education in the algorithmic era, and the conditions for a sustainable transition.
An evening dedicated to commitment, critical thinking and responsibility towards future generations.
With presentations by:
- Prof. Giuliano Bonoli, IDHEAP
- Prof. Sophie Weerts, IDHEAP
- Dr. Jacqueline Kucera, présidente de l'AD-IDHEAP
- Dr. David Rock, CEO, NeuroLeadership Institute
- Dr. Andrei Villarroel, Futures Architect
- Sarah Amne, CEO, International Space Federation
- Tanvi Singh, CEO, Ekta
Programme
17:30 – Welcome & Arrival - Registration & informal networking
18:00 – Opening Remarks - Prof. Giuliano Bonoli - Director, IDHEAP
18:05 – Opening Remarks - Dr. Jacqueline Kucera - President AD-IDHEAP
18:10 – Introduction of the Evening - Moderators: Kate Schütz & Marius Burgat
18:15 – Dr. David Rock - The Human Factor in the Age of AI
18:35 – Dr. Jacqueline Kucera - AI, democratic responsibility and new working environments
18:45 – Prof. Sophie Weerts - Law, regulation & accountability
18:55 – Andrei Villarroel, PhD - Innovation & future of work
19:05 – Sarah Amne - Global & sustainability perspectives
19:15 – Tanvi Singh - Sovereign AI & responsible innovation
19:25 – Moderated Panel Discussion (30 min) - What leadership do we choose in the age of AI?
20:25 – Closing Words - Dr. Jacqueline Kucera, Kate Schütz and Marius Burgat
20:30 – Apéro & Networking Until 22:00
Practical information
The conference will be followed by an informal discussion over drinks.
The event will be held in French and English. This workshop is primarily intended for AD-IDHEAP members. Non-members may attend for a total fee of CHF 40 (workshop and drinks reception). The workshop and drinks reception are free for all members and IDHEAP students.
This event will take place in the Aula of the IDHEAP building on the UNIL campus.
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