2nd - 4th July 2026
Conference theme:
Rethinking Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in a Transforming World: Reflections, Solutions and Innovations in Africa
Past Conferences - EDI 2025 Athens
EDI 2025 ATHENS CONFERENCE PROGRAMME VERSION 21st PDF
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Conference Programme Short Overview |
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MONDAY, JULY 7TH, 2025 |
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08:30 – 09:00 |
Registration and Coffee |
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09:00 – 09:30 |
Welcome Speech – Dr Olivia Kyriakidou & Joana Vassilopoulou, Conference Chairs. |
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09:30 – 10:30 |
Keynote – Prof Mustafa F. Özbilgin, “Reflections on EDI conference and EDI works over two decades”. |
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10:30 – 12:00 |
Parallel Streams & Workshops |
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12:00 – 13:30 |
Lunch |
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13:30 – 15:00 |
Parallel Streams & Workshops |
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15:00 – 15:30 |
Tea Break |
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15:30 – 17:00 |
Parallel Streams & Workshops |
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TUESDAY, JULY 8TH, 2025 |
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08:00 – 09:00 |
Registration and Coffee |
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09:00 – 10:30 |
Parallel Streams & Workshops |
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10:30 – 11:30 |
Keynote: Dr Emily Yarrow |
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11:30 – 13:00 |
Parallel Streams and Workshops |
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13:00 – 14:00 |
Lunch |
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14:00 – 15:30 |
Parallel Streams & Workshops |
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15:30 –17:00 |
Plenary Talks, Best Paper Award and Conference closing – Chairs of streams to report back |
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20:00 – 00:00 |
Conference Dinner and life music at: Pame Psirri, Katsikogianni 5, Athens 10554 Greece https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g189400-d10512818- Reviews-Pame_Psirri-Athens_Attica.html |
WEDNESDAY , JULY 9TH, 2025
Self-Organised Activities (Outside Official Conference Premises)
Please note: The following activities are self-organised. They should take place outside the main conference venue. They are not part
of the formal conference programme but may contribute to informal networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
10:00-12:00 Thematic Walking Groups (Self-Organised)
Participants may form small groups based on shared research interests (e.g., sustainability, digital inclusion, public policy) and
explore local sites of relevance (e.g., libraries, community spaces, museums), while engaging in informal discussions.
12:00-14:00 Informal Networking Lunch (Various Local Cafés/Restaurants)
Participants are encouraged to connect over lunch in small, mixed-discipline groups. Organisers may suggest nearby spots upon
request for convenience.
14:30-16:00 Peer-Led Exchange Sessions (Open Spaces/Public Venues)
Participants may host or join informal micro-sessions, such as knowledge cafés, mentoring circles, or open dialogues. Topics maybe
proposed by attendees via a shared document prior to Day 3.
16:00 – Evening Cultural Exploration & Social Gathering (Self-Organised)
Options include museum visits, walking tours, or local events. Small groups may choose to attend together. Evening meet-ups can be
arranged spontaneously via the shared group chat.
