The event is promoted by Polisocial – The Social Responsibility Programme @ Politecnico di Milano, launched in 2012 by the Politecnico di Milano in collaboration with the Fondazione Politecnico di Milano.

On the occasion of 150th anniversary of Politecnico di Milano, a selection of students coming from diverse backgrounds  -architecture, design, and engineering- will gather to reflect collectively on the role of technology as a vital contributor to people’s opportunities to enhance their quality of life, with a focus of attention on world’s underprivileged. Presentations and debates will be aimed at simultaneously exploring and articulating the social, political, economic and environmental aspects of technological innovation and inventiveness in the transition from poverty to prosperity.

The one-day event will initiate a platform for discussion among students – challenging them to identify and convey their opinions on topics which are strictly interlocked with both their present competences and future professional growth. Participants will be invited to formulate their critical visions about the possible impact of and linkages between technology and environment, economy, and human well-being.

Workshop activities are limited to 50 students and open to undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate students from the Schools of Architecture, Engineering and Design of Politecnico di Milano. A restricted number of students from other universities might also be admitted.

Participation is open and free. Confirm your participation by filling the form with your data at

www.polisocial.polimi.it/it/tech-for-society-technology-innovation-and-social-change

or send an email to polisocial@polimi.it