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Registration

Register for the Fontys for Society event by filling in your details below. Sign up for the inspiration sessions right away to secure your place. Registration at a later stage is possible, but please note that a session may already be fully booked. Attendance at the inspiration sessions is optional.

Tip! Be sure to visit the exhibition featuring student and staff projects and cast your vote for the project you believe deserves to win the Fontys for Society Award (Audience Award).

When you register, we count on your attendance. If you are unfortunately unable to join us, please let us know in time. Cancellations can be made up to one week before the event.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Your e-ticket will be sent by email a few days before the event.

Inspiration talks

At the Inspiration Talks during the Fontys for Society event, the focus is on resilience: how do you deal with change, setbacks, and uncertainty in a world that is constantly evolving?

Our speakers each offer their own perspective on this theme. Topics range from technological developments and the impact of AI on work and society to the ways in which young people are preparing for the future.

In addition, speakers share personal stories about being given opportunities, being able to be yourself, and discovering your talents. The Inspiration Talks demonstrate how we can navigate change and even become stronger as a result of it.

A renowned speaker, author, and expert in future-focused organizations. For more than 15 years, he has been researching how successful and innovative organizations navigate change. His insights on organizational culture and leadership have made him a sought-after speaker both nationally and internationally.

We live in a world that is changing faster than ever. New developments, technological innovations, and evolving expectations place increasing demands on organizations and their people. Change is inevitable, but adapting to it does not always come naturally. That is why resilience has become one of the most important skills of our time.

In this inspiring session, you will discover what resilience really means, how to strengthen it, and where your sphere of influence lies. You will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to help you navigate change, challenges, and uncertainty with greater confidence.

By the end of the session, you will know how to continue performing, learning, and growing with confidence, energy, and adaptability—even in a world that never stands still.

Location: Opera tent

Zeynep is a Fontys alumna and an internationally renowned Dutch shoe and fashion designer, artist, and author of the biography “Strijder op hakken” (“Warrior on Heels”). She speaks about mental resilience based on examples from her own life.

Location: Aula building R5

Laura is an inspiring voice for young people and gender equality. Powerful insights into Generation Z and youth participation, based on international experience, including work with the United Nations.

Location: ExploreLab building R13

Erdinç is a lecturer and Senior Lecturer at Fontys, offering innovative insights into AI, digital innovation, and the impact of technology on education and society.

Location: Collegeroom building R11

A renowned speaker, author, and expert in future-focused organizations. For more than 15 years, he has been researching how successful and innovative organizations navigate change. His insights on organizational culture and leadership have made him a sought-after speaker both nationally and internationally.

We live in a world that is changing faster than ever. New developments, technological innovations, and evolving expectations place increasing demands on organizations and their people. Change is inevitable, but adapting to it does not always come naturally. That is why resilience has become one of the most important skills of our time.

In this inspiring session, you will discover what resilience really means, how to strengthen it, and where your sphere of influence lies. You will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to help you navigate change, challenges, and uncertainty with greater confidence.

By the end of the session, you will know how to continue performing, learning, and growing with confidence, energy, and adaptability—even in a world that never stands still.

Location: Opera tent

Zeynep is a Fontys alumna and an internationally renowned Dutch shoe and fashion designer, artist, and author of the biography “Strijder op hakken” (“Warrior on Heels”). She speaks about mental resilience based on examples from her own life.

Location: Aula building R5

Laura is an inspiring voice for young people and gender equality. Powerful insights into Generation Z and youth participation, based on international experience, including work with the United Nations.

Location: ExploreLab building R13

Docent en Sr. Lecturer bij Fontys  vol vernieuwende inzichten over AI, digitale innovatie en de impact van technologie op onderwijs en samenleving.

Location: Collegeroom building R11

Recordings will be made during the event for publications. If you do not wish to be recognizable in the images, please let us know by email.