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On Wednesday, January 28, there will be a meeting to explore the role of the university in protecting democratic values. The occasion for this conversation is the recent debate within Utrecht University about whether the university should provide a platform to parties that promote anti-democratic ideas.
On April 16, 2026, we will host the next PPE Conference – a very special edition as we celebrate the 5th anniversary (lustrum) of our conference. Join us for a day of inspiring talks, lively discussions, and community celebration.
International research workshop on Government Ownership for Sustainability and Strategic Autonomy for academics and policymakers at Utrecht University on June 25-26, 2026.
IOS Longtermism and Institutional Change platform member Frank Biermann responds to the question: "What does 'longtermism' mean to you?". Here, he explores how political challenges of the Anthropocene are inherently long-term.
IOS Longtermism and Institutional Change platform member Rianka Rijnhout responds to the question: "What does 'longtermism' mean to you?". Here, she explores how 'longtermism' can be woven into the legal domain, looking into conflict resolution that is focused on the future.
IOS Longtermism and Institutional Change platform member Rak Kim responds to the question: "What does 'longtermism' mean to you?". Here, he explores how 'longtermism' is a fundamental concept that urges us to weave sustainability into the very fabric of our institutions.
IOS Longtermism and Institutional Change platform member Johan Schot responds to the question: "What does 'longtermism' mean to you?". Here, he discusses the how 'longtermism' can be understood from a historical lens, and how it will shape our future.
IOS Longtermism and Institutional Change platform member Elaine Mak responds to the question: "What does 'longtermism' mean to you?". From a legal perspective, she discusses what rule-of-law institutions need to do in order to be well-equipped for acting in the long-term.
IOS Longtermism and Institutional Change platform member Jack Davies responds to the question: "What does 'longtermism' mean to you?". He describes the necessity of 'longtermism' and the need imagine and pursue pathways towards a better future.
