Solidarity or Strategy? Spain’s Bold Vision for Global Cooperation

In a world where aid budgets are shrinking and multilateralism is weakening, what does true international cooperation look like today? While many countries are shifting focus inward, Spain emerges not just as a significant donor but as a pivotal voice in global development and cooperation.

Spain's innovative approach combines legal commitments, decentralized solidarity, robust civil society involvement, feminist policies, and a human rights framework. With its 2023 cooperation law, Spain is legally committed to achieving 0.7% ODA by 2030, positioning its Master Plan as part of a wider vision for global justice. Nevertheless, this localized model raises vital questions around coordination and effectiveness.

Join us as we delve into whether Spain’s blend of grassroots engagement and global responsibility can serve as a model for Europe amidst changing priorities. Can solidarity still be a foundation in today's geopolitical landscape? What insights can be drawn from Spain's journey?

Featured Guest: 🌟

Viviane Ogou i Corbí, activist, anti-racist political leader, and Member of the Spanish Congress, will share her unique insights stemming from both institutional politics and grassroots movements. As the founder and president of Puerta de África, she champions youth empowerment and the advancement of African studies in Spain.

Format: 📅

• 30-minute talk by Viviane Ogou i Corbí
• Open group discussion and Q&A
• Networking drinks to follow

Discussion Prompt: 💬

Is Spain genuinely forging a new path in cooperation, or is it merely projecting greater political ambition than its current budget reflects?

Who Should Attend: 🎟️

• Professionals in international development, social impact, and European collaboration
• NGO staff, researchers, and policy experts
• Anyone interested in Spain's role in global justice and human rights
• Individuals who appreciate meaningful conversations about global issues

Location: 📍

UPF solidària (UPF) - Auditori de Mercè Rodoreda
Carrer de Ramon Trias Fargas, 25-27
08005 Barcelona

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