Irene Giner-Reichl

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Board Member & Former Austrian Diplomat
European Forum Alpbach & Republic of Austria

With degrees in law, linguistics and religious education, she looks back on 40 years as a diplomat. Passionate about sustainable development, she lectures and advocates widely on women’s rights, the energy transition, social justice, and EU-China relations.

Irene Giner-Reichl on the Schedule 2023

Tuesday, 29 August

Starting times
Early morning
Into the Silence
German 30
A union of Peace: Spiritual impulses from different religious and philosophical traditions invite participants to reflect and contemplate. Inspirational impulse givers are going to tell their stories, invite you on a journey of thought and initiate moments of real stillness. 
Ort Alpbach , Kirche
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08:00 - 08:30 Into the Silence
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Morning
North-South Climate Justice: Bringing Two Poles Closer Together
English 90
At several UN Climate Change Conferences (COP) the Global North and Global South relied on two opposite arguments regarding financial climate justice measures. While there is acceptance of historic responsibility, there is no agreement on necessary and urgent actions. Prior to the COP28 in November 2023, questions arise again. How do these two opposite poles define global climate justice and what can be done for them to come together.

Session objective: Building understanding – Build your understanding by learning about personal insights and experiences as well as developments in science, society, politics or world affairs.

//INFO: Because of bad weather the session will take place in the ground floor (EG3) of the elementary school ("Volksschule") of Alpbach.
Volksschule , Volksschule Erdgeschoß 3
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09:00 - 10:30 North-South Climate Justice: Bringing Two Poles Closer Together
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Friday, 01 September

Starting times
Morning
Feminist (Counter-)Revolutions
English 180
The feminist (counter-)revolutions in Iran and Afghanistan illustrate the ongoing fight of women in order to obtain more rights and autonomy in patriarchal societies. Despite significant challenges, danger and repression, women have continued to mobilise and push for change. How can these efforts be successful in both the short and long-term?
 
Session objective: Building understanding – Build your understanding by learning about personal insights and experiences as well as developments in science, society, politics or world affairs. 

//INFO: Circular hiking trail Böglerwiese Hausberg. Bring hiking shoes and water. In case of heavy rain, the session is going to take place on the first floor (EG1) of the Volksschule Alpbach.
Congress Centrum Alpbach , CCA Vorplatz
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09:00 - 12:00 Feminist (Counter-)Revolutions
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