Caux Democracy Forum 2025 - Opening Ceremony
programme
Tuesday, 08 July
Opening Ceremony
Moderator: Ignacio PACKER, Executive Director Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation
MUSICAL INTERLUDE
- Jean-Marc VIGNOLI (violin)
WELCOME WORDS
- Jacqueline COTÉ, President Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation
REIMAGINING DEMOCRACY(IES) - Youth Perspectives
- Hajar BICHRI (Morocco), Creative Leadership, from our parallel youth democracy programme "Reimagining Democracy(ies), will introduce a short film presenting their fresh perspectives and hope.
MUSICAL INTERLUDE
ADDRESS by Council of Europe Representative
- Ambassador Francesca Camilleri VETTIGER, Chair of the Committee of Ministers’ Deputies, Malta's Permanent Representative to the Council of Europe
MUSICAL INTERLUDE
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
- Philippe LAZZARINI - UNWRA Commissioner-General
A TIME TO REFLECT
MUSICAL INTERLUDE
OVERVIEW: What to expect at the Caux Forum 2025
MUSICAL INTERLUDE
Refreshments
Parallel Sessions
Participants choose one of the three sessions at the front desk when arriving at the Caux Palace (colour cards)
SESSION 1: Revitalising Democracy - Integrity
Help us explore together, bring your experience to the table and share your stories as we unpack thecomplex and timely question regarding the importance of integrity in revitalising democracy.
WHERE: Room Belle Epoque (4th floor, next to entrance hall)
Stay tuned for our inspiring speakers & facilitators
SESSION 2: Revitalising Democracy - Trust
We would love to hear from you! Join the conversation and help us explore the pathways towards (re)building trust to strengthen and revitalise democracy.
WHERE: Main Hall
WITH:
- Ambassador Nathalie CHUARD (Switzerland) & Roohullah SHINWARI (Afghanistan): A powerful diplomatic-human story of trust and perseverance.
- Anas ANSAR (Bangladesh) - A youth perspective on democratic values and return to roots.
- Ambassador Christian GUILLERMET (Costa Rica) - Reflections on integrity and values in diplomacy.
- Jordan DAVIS (USA) - On air and On edge: a radio correspondent’s journey through America’s Democratic crossroads
SESSION 3: Revitalising Democracy - Courage
Share your insights and experiences as we explore what it means to live thoughtfully, responsibly and courageously in a fast-changing world.
WHERE: Caux Palace Theatre
Stay tuned for our inspiring speakers & facilitators
Cultural & Networking Activities
ART EXHIBITIONS - VERNISSAGE
Where: Belle Epoque & Caux Palace Esplanade
- Dialogues on Humanity
- Caricature Exhibitions
RECEPTION
Where: Main Hall
Including: "CAUX AS A PEACE PARK" - Announcement by:
- Andreas LARENTZAKIS, Executive Director IIPT - International Institute for Peace through Tourism
- Olivier GFELLER, Mayor of Montreux
- Jacqueline COTÉ, President Caux Initiatives of Change Foundation
Buffet Dinner
Concert
With the support of the Montreux Jazz Artists Foundation