Register for August BBQ Lecture!

August 30
Philanthropy

What is philanthropy? How important is it in Switzerland for science, arts and innovation?
How does philanthropy develop in China? Any opportunities and challenges in the future?


Event Details

Time: Registration starts at 6.15pm August 30.

Venue: Minsheng Art Museum,
Building F, No. 570 Huaihai Rd (W), cross Hongqiao Rd, Shanghai


Program

18:15-18:30 Registration
18:30-18:40 Welcome
                     Dr. Flavia Schlegel
                     Executive Director of swissnex China, Vice Consul General
18:40-19:05 Presentation
                     Dr. Philipp Egger
                     Director of Gebert Rüf Stiftung
19:05-19:30 Presentation
                     Prof. Lu Xiaowen
                     Deputy Director of Institute of Sociology, Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences
19:30-19:50 Questions & Answers
19:50-21:00 BBQ


Speakers

Dr. Philipp Egger

Dr. Philipp Egger, doctorate in linguistics. As foundation director, he is responsible for the operational activities of Gebert Rüf Stiftung, advising the Board of Trustees. As a co-initiator and board member of Swiss Foundations, the Association of Swiss Grant-making Foundations, he is also committed to pushing ahead with developing Switzerland as a top location for foundations, including as editor of the Foundation Governance book series and co-author of the Swiss Foundation Code.


Prof. Lu Xiaowen

Prof. Lu Xiaowen, engaged in sociological research for more than 20 years. With rich social experience and theoretical knowledge and deep understanding of comparison between Chinese and foreign culture, he hosted and participated many national and governmental research projects, and also took part in the design and analysis for some large-scale social survey.

Free admission, RSVP required!
RSVP: lectures@swissnexchina.org