Frequently asked Questions
How will the contributions fit into the programme?
The Forum programme will consist of:
- plenary sessions (10 for Dakar 2023)
- conferences in two formats: workshops with several speakers and self-managed sessions (80 for the 2023 event, bringing together a total of 180 speakers).
Contributions may also take the form of:
- individual communication - an individual communication corresponds to a proposal for a contribution from a single person/organization, which will be attached to a panel by the organizers
- collective communication - a collective session is a proposal for a complete session which may take various forms (workshop, round table, panel, etc.), but which may be combined with other proposals for collective sessions by the organizers
- self-managed session - this allows you to use a room at your convenience, but the logistics, translation and content are entirely up to your organization.
Can contributions be made remotely?
The Forum encourages the sharing of experiences and practices, and meetings can extend beyond the workshop sessions. For this reason, it is essential that contributions are made live on the Forum, although it may be possible to show a video to supplement the speaker's comments with other testimonies.
Are contributions paid for?
The Forum is a not-for-profit event based on a spirit of co-construction with SSE actors, local governments and SSE partners. Contributions are unpaid.
Will the contributions be translated by the organizers?
While all the plenary sessions, workshops and thematic round tables will be translated (French/English/Spanish), this is not the case for the self-managed sessions.
Contributors are also advised to speak in one of these three languages, and if they wish to do so, to arrange for live translation at their own expense.
If you have any queries, please contact the organizing team.
How will the content of the Forum programme be promoted?
A pre-programme will be drawn up for spring 2025 and will be available on the official website: www.bordeauxgsef2025.org. Registration will open to participants at the same time. The detailed programme will be available in the weeks leading up to the event online and by mailing to registrants, and will also be distributed on site to participants. It will include a summary of each sequence to enable participants to choose according to their area of interest.
The organizers plan to produce summaries of all the content for the Forum proceedings, which will be distributed after the event.
Is it possible to have a stand at the Forum?
It is possible to reserve a stand at the Forum venue in the space presenting the SSE initiatives and projects of local governments, networks, organizations, actors, etc. Reserving a stand is subject to a fee and will be open from the end of 2024 according to the procedures that will be presented on the Forum website.
Is it possible to organize an event alongside the official programme?
Certain organizations and networks may be interested in organizing a general meeting, a working meeting, etc. during the Forum and on the premises. Such requests should be made to the Forum's organizing team to assess their feasibility in the light of existing logistical constraints.
