19/05/2026
🌍 Big news from JCI Europe!
We are proud to announce that our EVP Stefanie van der Sman will be speaking at the OECD Global Forum on Local Development 2026 in Maastricht, Netherlands! 🇳🇱
This international forum, organized by the OECD, brings together leaders, innovators, and changemakers to discuss how local communities can navigate shifting economic dynamics and drive sustainable, inclusive development worldwide. Seeing JCI represented on this global stage is a powerful reminder that young people are already creating impact and bringing fresh ideas to the table every single day!
🚀 JOIN OUR SIDE-EVENT!
Want to dive deeper? Connect with changemakers, policymakers, and young leaders who are actively shaping the future of local development. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to bring the JCI voice into global conversations, exchange ideas, and build partnerships that drive sustainable impact in our communities.
• Session: From Local Action to Global Opportunity: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs to Scale Across Borders
• Date: Wednesday, 27 May, 10:00 – 12:30
• Location: MECC Maastricht, Netherlands
đź”— Secure your spot: Register for the event and our side-session here: https://www.oecd-events.org/e/oecd-global-forum-on-local-development-2026/registration/registration
We look forward to seeing inspiring discussions emerge from this important event! See you in Maastricht!