European National Young Academies (ENYA) Meeting 2025

Spotlight on Science Diplomacy

The 2025 meeting centered on the theme of Science Diplomacy, examining its importance in international collaboration, evidence-informed policymaking, and tackling global challenges. Special attention was given to the role of early-career researchers in Science Diplomacy and to how they can help shape and advance this emerging field.

A public programme on 5 June started at 15:30 with a thematic introduction by the Geneva Science-Policy Interface (GSPI), followed by an input by Swissnex China. A panel discussion then explored the role of early-career researchers in this domain, with contributions from representatives of the International Science Council (ISC), the Young Academies Science Advice Structure (YASAS), CERN, and the European Science Diplomacy Alliance (EUSDA).

Programme

📍 Thursday, 5 June – Casino Bern

• 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  Standing lunch & registration

• 1:00 PM – 1:25 PM
  Introduction by the Swiss Young Academy

  Welcome address by Yves Flückiger (President of the Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences)

• 1:25 PM – 2:50 PM
  Open exchange among Young Academies

• 3:20 PM – 4:50 PM – Public Session:
  Introduction to Science Diplomacy by GSPI

  Input by Swissnex China

  Panel discussion with speakers from the International Science Council, YASAS, CERN, and the European Science Diplomacy Alliance

• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  Aperitif and Networking

• 7:00 PM
  Joint Dinner for Young Academies and YASAS representatives

📍 Friday, 6 June – Casino Bern

• 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  Thematic workshops & presentation of results

• 12:30 PM - 12:40 PM
  Closing Remarks by the Swiss Young Academy

• Afternoon:
  Social event in the city of Bern