Ricardo Koanuka’s Post

"Icarus" is the theme chosen to inspire new ideas at the 3rd edition of TEDxForlì, scheduled for Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at the Diego Fabbri Theater in Forlì. Does #Icarus fall because his wings cannot hold him? Because he disregards his father’s advice? Because his desire to soar high is too great? Or because he uses “technology” without understanding its limits? Icarus is driven by the desire for #happiness, the same desire that drives us all. That’s why no desires are useless. #Desires, even those that seem impossible or “too ambitious,” are never in vain. They represent the engine of progress, #creativity, and innovation. Like Icarus, who wanted to fly toward the sun, every individual can push beyond their limits and face life’s challenges with #courage, embracing risk as an integral part of growth and discovery. A single leap toward the sky inspires countless interpretations, brought to life by 7 speakers and 2 artists from the stage of the #DiegoFabbriTheater in Forlì. A different way to “read” events, going beyond common perceptions and learning to observe them from new perspectives. For Prati, culture is not just a treasure to be protected but also one to be nurtured. This is why, recognizing the value of this initiative, it has chosen to support TEDxForlì 2025 as a PREMIUM PARTNER for the second year in a row. The event will not only promote cultural and intellectual growth but also strengthen ties with the local community, celebrating Forlì as a hub of innovation. It also means being part of an ambitious project built with the help of everyone, including sponsors. Visit www.tedxforli.com to sign up for the Ticket Alert and be notified as soon as ticket sales open. #yourqualityinfinishing

Paying it forward and linking generations. Brilliant concept. Simple but as we know simple is hard to do.

❤️Absolutely love this ❤️- not only from the obvious perspective of ensuring and gaining assistance when your older but, in a era where the social impact of technology is not yet know, it allows: - a focus on kindness ☺️ - person to person contact 👵 - knowledge sharing across generations ⁉️ - insight into what an older life may look like 🧐 - reduction in anxiety of growing older 🌷 -new skills outside of traditional ‘job’ 🔨 - a focus on future planning and consequences ⏱️ And no doubt so much more. Let’s hope the UK starts to learn from these other countries who have an experimental mindset! What part can they play in trying to improve the world and experiences we have, rather than the short minded power trips for self gain that we are currently existing in. #experiment #betterlife #givingback #switzerland #ukgov #peoplenotpolitics

#Time #Agile #PostAgile Imagine a ... say doctor/surgeon/ER member who works continuously for 30 hours because he has to, he's saving lives. That 30 hours of continuous work is very different from 30 hours of discretized work. To such a professional, giving money in compensation for time is not the same as giving back time to the professional. Giving back time to the professional requires having more doctors/surgeons/ER members of his caliber and stamina and capabilities. Its a good idea to give and save and bank time. Really is.

📌 #SaveTheDate The European Festivals Association, Stiftung Zukunft Berlin and A Soul for Europe are glad to announce that the Berlin Conference will take place on 7 and 8 November at the Allianz Forum, right next to the iconic Brandenburg Gate! EFA, along with festivals and festival cities and regions, will once again be key contributors. Since 2004, this conference has brought together a diverse spectrum of individuals from the arts to politics, providing a platform for collective discussion and action towards a cultural Europe. Reflecting on the words of then newly appointed President of the European Commission, José-Manuel Barroso, “The questions of what Europe can do for culture, and what culture can do for Europe, are not new. But in this context they have acquired a new sense of urgency […] What is needed now is sustainability of action – the translation of good intentions into good decisions.” Detailed information about the programme and registration links will follow soon. If you have any questions, please send an email to info@efa-aef.eu.

Here you see the Video from last month event in Frankfurt. In keynote I spoke about arriving in Germany, the struggles Expats face and the solution HAVENS LIVING offers as a #urbanlivingconcept We see generally a political discussion around #fachkräftemangel rising. Examples are current talks around special tax solutions or government iniatives like the new one upcoming between Germany and India. So we are again in the middle of things. #expatlife #housing #realestate

Recently Deborah Sawaf hosted an awesome event! It was small but packed with great moments, and we got to dive deeper into what our foundation is all about and the work we’re doing. We hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed sharing it! Full video down below or click here: https://lnkd.in/gMg-3-Rk #eventday #thepowerofwordsfoundation #thepowerofwords

In the world of conferences, seminars and workshops, there's no one-size-fits-all formula for keeping participants engaged. But there are tried and true tactics for getting — and holding — the audience's attention. 👀 Cesar Robles from Helvetas' Learning and Innovation team shares the *most* important thing to keep front of mind, how a chair can lend an energy boost, and where music can play a key role. 🎶 Read his top tips 👉 https://lnkd.in/d_8gdXm2

Appreciate these practical insights to take into your toolbox for facilitation and planning workshops. I love bringing music into the mix, balancing the aspect of fun in practical ways. What’s your ‘go to’ in conferences, seminars and workshops?

#article 🌍 Festivals in 2025: Freedom, Sustainability, Connection The European Festivals Association (EFA) highlights five priorities for 2025: 1️⃣ Artistic Freedom: Protect creativity and expression. 2️⃣ Financial Sustainability: Diversify funding. 3️⃣ Tender Spaces: Fostering Social Connections 4️⃣ Environmental Responsibility: Prioritize sustainability. 5️⃣ Strengthening Collaboration and Resilience : Inspire resilience and connection. 🔗Read more on EFA's priorities: https://lnkd.in/drDkS7-7