ESFA FORUM 2026
ESFA hosted it's first stakeholder Forum in Geneva on June 4th at Syllepse, a 360° immersive space. The theme was film in service of science literacy and we were 40 participants both in person and online, from 13 different countries. The discussions will help us shape our activities for the coming years and we are excited about some great things to come!
About the event
On June 4th, 2026, ESFA (The European Science Film Association) organised its first stakeholder Forum at the Syllepse immersive dome in Geneva. The day included a conference on the theme of film in service of science literacy, a participatory forum to help position ESFA's services, and an immersive experience.
The event was helt in collaboration with CERN's 15th annual CineGlobe film festival.
Conference & Discussion: Film in Service of Science Literacy
Davide Ludovisi
PhD Candidate, Filmmaker
Brief history of science documentary and the role of festivals in nurturing science literacy
Neal Hartman
Director, CineGlobe / CERN
What does film in service of science literacy mean? What could it mean?
Renaud Pourpre
Director Exaltia, Scientist
How does film in service of science literacy happen? How could it happen?
Laetitia Bochud
Director, Virtual Switzerland
The particular role of immersive content in fostering science literacy
ESFA Forum
Interactive breakout groups (in-person and remote) to discuss:
- ESFA service proposals and potential new needs
- Positioning ESFA as a purveyor of film in service of science literacy
- Outreach strategies for rebooting memberships and attracting new members
