Lecture: Leymah Gbowee, winner of the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize

The University of Luxembourg and the RISC Consortium, in association with the European Commission, the United Nations Development Programme and the Luxembourgish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is proud to host Ms. Leymah Gbowee, winner of the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize who will give a Kapuscinski Development Lecture on December 9, 2015. This lecture is part of the closing ceremony of the Luxembourgish Presidency of the EU and it will take place at the European Conference Centre in Kirschberg (Salle C) from 14:30 to 16:00.

The lecture is open to the public but registration is required by December 8 because badges will be issued to all who attend. It can be completed by providing a name and e-mail address at the following website: http://kapuscinskilectures.eu

This is a unique opportunity to hear a remarkable peacemaker speak in Luxembourg. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Harlan Koff

Lecture - Professor Richard Knowles, University of Salford, UK

Please join the Institute of Geography and Spatial Planning as they welcome guest speaker, Professor Richard Knowles from the University of Salford, UK, to speak about,

The Economic and Urban Development Impacts of Light Rail International Perspectives

6 p.m.
Thursday, 29th October, 2015
Campus Belval
Maison des Sciences Humaines
Black Box (Ground Floor)

Abstract

Research evidence from the United Kingdom, mainland Europe, North America and elsewhere shows that light rail (tram and light metro) investment increases accessibility and extends labour market catchment areas. Light rail can also: increase land values and property prices; boost inward investment, employment and city image; help regenerate Central Business Districts and brownfield industrial areas and develop new sites. Transport investment should be combined with other favourable conditions. Geographical location matters and transit-oriented development is important.

Discussant: Prof. Dr. Francesco Viti, University of Luxembourg

The lecture will be followed by a reception.

Please register with an email to Evan McDonough