With over 40 speakers and over 45 sessions across four days, the full program of Ideas at the Powerhouse is now available online and in print. Throughout August 16-19, ideas, innovation and invention will be presented from the fields of science, justice, politics, architecture, the arts, society, technology, business, health and from you.
Leading national, international and local thinkers, commentators and practitioners will present challenging ideas at the event. With panels, debates, speakers, exhibitions and demonstrations, the entire Ideas at the Powerhouse program is open to all. As well, most sessions are free. Here is your chance to immerse yourself in ideas and generate some new ones. Check out the free Ideas Bazaar, a marketplace of ideas with soapbox speakers, displays and information booths. Bring the kids to the Powerhouse Park for a wild program of free Kids Ideas' activities.
If you can't wait until August, then get online. Ideas Online is your chance to test the digital waters. Providing web-based activities, opportunities to participate in discussions and contribute to the main event, Ideas Online is interactive and open to everyone. Submit your ideas or your kids' ideas, ask a question, suggest a link, get involved. Of contribute to the six online discussion groups currently simmering. Themed 'body', 'diversity', 'connections', 'movement', 'globe' and 'light', the discussions are your opportunity to float your own ideas, meet the speakers and address some burning issues. The final two discussions, 'transformation' and 'span' open on August 1.
Sound interesting? Then register your interest online to be provided with regular newsletters, program updates, information on free activities, news on discussions, and early opportunities to book for major sessions and speakers.
