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El primer Foro Afro-Europeo CIVIS sobre Investigación y Educación continúa hoy en Casablanca El primer Foro Afro-Europeo CIVIS sobre Investigación y Educación continúa hoy en Casablanca ============================================================================================== Research 16 de febrero de 2026 From **25 to 27 March 2026**, the **Hassan II University of Casablanca (UH2C)** hosts the **first African–European CIVIS Forum for Research and Education**, a landmark gathering designed to strengthen intercontinental collaboration, develop joint research-driven education, and shape shared solutions to the most pressing societal challenges of our time. ![Prof. Stefan Lang, CIVIS Secretary General](https://civis.eu/storage/files/stefan-lang-1.jpg) > Together we are entering new research pathways to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges—from climate resilience and public health to migration and inclusive digitalisation. By bridging our rich cultural and academic contexts we stimulate the co-design of joint solutions. While we concede the variety of root causes, bearings and exposures, we aim for shared capabilities to overcome them Prof. Stefan Lang, CIVIS Secretary General Bringing together the **17 research-intensive universities** of CIVIS Alliance, the Forum embodies the Alliance’s commitment to **equitable, transformative, and transdisciplinary cooperation** across continents. It is conceived not as a traditional academic conference, but as a **collaborative space** for exchange, co-creation, and long-term partnership-building. ### Watch the plenary sessions live! [Watch here](https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Hu2weFV3j/) A forum for collaboration and societal impact ---------------------------------------------- The programme combines **plenary sessions, mixed panels, tandem talks, and interactive poster pitches**—all structured to promote openness, interdisciplinarity, and inclusive debate between academics and societal stakeholders. Sessions will explore a wide range of shared priorities, including: - equitable African–European research collaboration; - strategies to navigate polycrisis in a complex world; - decolonising academic partnerships; - transregional sustainable development; - participatory action research in vulnerable contexts;; - cultural heritage, migrant storytelling, and language education; - climate change, epidemiology, gender equality, and ageing. ![Christian Möllmann, CIVIS Global Partnerships Officer](https://civis.eu/storage/files/christian-mollmann.jpg) > Presenting existing research, networking, sharing ideas and planning new projects – all this will be possible at the Forum. But it goes beyond a classical academic conference. We will also see best-practice exchange on transversal issues like bridging education and research on societal challenges or the collaboration with society. Not at least, academics may benefit from the presence of CIVIS academic support staff when exploring new initiatives. Reversely, the Forum provides a great opportunity to engage with researchers and educators on ways in which CIVIS may further enhance its academic support for African-European science collaboration Christian Möllmann, CIVIS Global Partnerships Officer CIVIS to sign the Africa Charter for Transformative Research Collaborations ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- A highlight of the event will be the **signature of the Africa Charter for Transformative Research Collaborations**, co-created by the **African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA)**. The Charter outlines principles and ambitions for more balanced global research partnerships and provides a framework for rethinking knowledge co-creation between Africa and Europe. By signing it, CIVIS formalises its long-term commitment to **equitable, impactful and mutually reinforcing cooperation**. *“Signing the Charter is a significant step for our CIVIS Alliance to fully acknowledge the aspirations for transformative research collaborations within Africa and between Europe and Africa. Moving closer, in solidarity, towards transboundary research collaboration means to fully acknowledge all our valuable contributions to a common body of intellectual thoughts and universal societal engagement”,* said Professor Lang. UH2C: a key actor in African–European scientific cooperation ------------------------------------------------------------- As an [**associate member of CIVIS Alliance**](https://civis.eu/es/discover-civis-alliance/associate-members-universities-in-africa), **UH2C** plays a central role in coordinating and hosting the Forum. With **18 institutions**, **143,000 students**, and a vibrant ecosystem of **99 research laboratories and 10 thematic innovation centres**, UH2C stands as one of Morocco’s leading hubs for research and higher education. UH2C supports inclusive participation by **covering accommodation and on-site hospitality for African partner institutions**, deepening equity and long-term collaboration across the Alliance. ![Prof. Houssine Azeddoug, President of UH2C](https://civis.eu/storage/files/prof-houssine-azeddoug-president-of-uh2c.jpg) > We are pleased and proud to welcome the CIVIS community and guests in Casablanca! It was not only important for us to organise this first larger academic event of our alliance on African-European science partnerships in Africa. Hosting it at UH2C also mirrors our university’s strong commitment to promoting socially relevant science and bridging the research and higher education sectors of our two home continents Prof. Houssine Azeddoug, President of UH2C Programme highlights --------------------- Across three days, the Forum will include: - **An opening session** with leaders from UH2C and the CIVIS Alliance; - **Tandem talks** featuring African and European scholars; - **Panel discussions** on research, education, social innovation, and societal challenges; - **A poster gallery and pitch sessions** on transformative projects; - **A cultural evening** and a guided city tour of Casablanca to foster informal exchanges. A dedicated **Staff Week** on research and education collaboration will run in parallel. ![Grazia Vulcano, CIVIS Africa & Mediterranean Officer](https://civis.eu/storage/files/grazia-vulcano.jpg) > This variety of formats for presenting, debating and meeting each other within the CIVIS academic community and beyond reflects the spirit of our Alliance: deepening cultural and scientific knowledge across borders aiming to improve collaboration and innovation capacity. We should be creative and ambitious in designing the role of universities in glocal ecosystems so that we can actively contribute to the challenges of our time Grazia Vulcano, CIVIS Africa & Mediterranean Officer One more step towards a shared research-driven education agenda ---------------------------------------------------------------- The Casablanca Forum marks the **beginning of a series of African–European CIVIS Forums**, each contributing to a long-term roadmap for transcontinental cooperation. By convening interdisciplinary expertise, societal actors, and institutional leadership, CIVIS aims to **co-create a joint African–European research-driven education agenda** that responds to global challenges through solidarity, sustainability, and shared knowledge. *“We can only drive change when building on a shared vision. With all our different perspectives, experiences and cultural belongings, we figure a rich mosaic that unfolds itself when viewed from the right distance. Our common research agenda starts now, kicking off a journey towards a better mutual understanding of our concerns and joint solutions”*, said Professor Lang. ### Full programme Discover the sessions and participants of the 1st African-European CIVIS Forum for Research and Education: Facing common challenges and shaping joint solutions. 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