VU Amsterdam to host Summit for Future Generations

Date: Thursday, 12 June 2025
Time: 13:00–18:00
Location: VU Amsterdam

As part of Amsterdam's 750th anniversary and the city-wide FutureFest (ToekomstTiendaagse), Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam invites all to the Summit for Future Generations—an afternoon of dialogue, inspiration, and action toward a more sustainable and inclusive future.

This event marks the official launch of the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network Netherlands (UNSDSN), now coordinated by VU Amsterdam. The summit will bring together leading international voices to discuss urgent themes aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including climate transition, youth futures, and global cooperation for peace and security.

Featured speakers include:

• Jeffrey Sachs – Economist and UN advisor
• Aniek Moonen – Chair, Dutch Youth Climate Movement
• Jan Rotmans – Professor of Sustainability Transitions
• Bernice Notenboom – Climate journalist and polar explorer
• Marc Dullaert – Founder, KidsRights and former Ombudsman for Children

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