Opening evening, The University Club at Queen’s, 207 Stuart Street, Kingston

1800 - Opening Reception

1830 - Opening Remarks and Introductions

• Howard Coombs, Centre for International and Defence Policy  

2130 - End

Donald Gordon Centre, Conference Room B

0700 - Registration Check-in

0815 - Welcome Announcement

Land Acknowledgement

• Kris Purdy, CAF Visiting Defence Fellow, CIDP 

Opening Remarks:  

• Silvia Colombo, Senior Researcher NATO Defense College

0830 - Challenge to the Conference

• Steve Saideman, Canadian Defence and Security Network 

0845 - Opening Keynote Address

• Roland Paris, Graduate School of Public and International Affairs, University of Ottawa

• Moderator: Juliana Haras, ADM (Pol), National Defence

0930 - Panel 1: Human Security in a Multinational Context

There are many casual factors affecting human security. It is important to note that these trends are interconnected and addressing them often requires a comprehensive and collaborative approach at local, national, and international levels. As the world continues to evolve, monitoring and predicting these trends and adapting strategies to ensure human security remains a complex and ongoing challenge. To gain perspective on human security it is necessary to understand the changing global circumstances which affect human security.

• Moderator:  Colin Magee, Dallaire Centre of Excellence for Peace and Security  

• Marion Laurence, Dalhousie University 

• John Cockell, Global Affairs Canada 

• Karin Grimm, Office of the Secretary General - NATO 

1100 - Health Break

1130 - Panel 2: Technologies and Advancing the Human Security Agenda

Advancements in technology play a crucial role in shaping and furthering the human security agenda. Various technological innovations contribute to addressing and mitigating threats to individuals and communities. Technologies offer numerous benefits, ethical considerations, privacy concerns, and the potential for misuse must be carefully addressed to ensure that technological advancements contribute positively to the human security agenda. Additionally, efforts should be made to bridge the digital divide, ensuring that the benefits of technology are accessible to all and do not exacerbate existing inequalities.

• Moderator:  Michael Lynch, SSI, US Army War College 

• Michael Murphy, Queen's University

• Zachary Kallenborn, King’s College London

• Walter Dorn, Canadian Forces College 

1300 - Lunch

1400 - Panel 3: States, Citizens, and Resilience in a Disrupted World

Human security in a changing world requires a focus on how governments, individuals, and societies collectively address and adapt to the complex and dynamic challenges of the modern era. It underscores the importance of collaboration, preparedness, and adaptability in the face of disruptions to ensure the well-being and security of both individuals and the broader community. This is particularly relevant in discussions about governance, public policy, and societal responses to a rapidly changing and uncertain global landscape.

• Moderator: Mark Ross, US Naval War College 

• Kelsey Lemon, International Operations and Programs, Canadian Red Cross  

• Silvia Colombo, NATO Defense College

• Katherine Rossy, Royal Military College of Canada/Centre for International and Defence Policy

• Maarten Bolhuis, VU University Amsterdam 

1530 - Health Break

1600 - Keynote Address

• Christopher Rassi, Office of the Secretary General, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies 

• Moderator: Robert Wilcox, Canadian Defence Academy 

1700 - End

1930 - Wargaming, in the Coach Pub

• Phillipe Beaulieu-Brossard, Canadian Forces College
  
  

Donald Gordon Centre, Conference Room B

0825 - Welcome Announcement

• Drew Lanier, US Army Visiting Defence Fellow, CIDP

0830 - Opening Keynote Address

• Tomass Pildegovičs,
  Security and Resilience Advisor to the Latvian Foreign Minister 

• Moderator: Tod Strickland, Canadian Forces College 

0915 - Panel 4: Diversity and Gender in Human Security

Diversity and gender are critical considerations in the context of human security. Addressing these aspects is essential for creating inclusive and effective strategies that promote the well-being and safety of all individuals within a society. It is not just about recognizing the uniqueness of individuals and communities but also about addressing systemic inequalities and vulnerabilities that can impact the overall security and well-being of a society. Integrating these considerations into policies and practices helps build more resilient and inclusive societies.

• Moderator:  Stéfanie von Hlatky, Queen’s University 

• Catarina Caria, Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Portugal 

• Lise Bourgon, Canadian Amed Forces

• Vanessa Brown, Canadian Forces College

1030 - Health Break

1100 - Panel 5: Evolving Approaches to Human Security

Evolving approaches to address human security challenges involve adapting strategies, policies, and interventions to effectively respond to changing global challenges. These include trends like holistic and integrated approaches as well as human centre security. These responses include multilateral organizations, alliances, and diplomatic efforts play a crucial role in addressing transnational threats that impact on human security, in addition to using human rights centred approaches and considering such things as environmental sustainability. These evolving approaches reflect a broader recognition that security goes beyond the absence of military threats and encompasses a range of factors that impact the well-being and dignity of individuals and communities. Adapting to these changes requires military and civilian organizations to be flexible, to collaborate, and to understand of the complex and interconnected nature of contemporary security challenges.

• Moderator:  Adam Moore, CAF Visiting Research Fellow, CIDP

• Mike Rostek, Defence Research and Development Canada  

• Katelyn Cassin, Peace and Local Knowledge Network, U Ottawa 

• Ian Garner, Pilecki Institute, Warsaw  

1230 - Lunch

1330 - Wargaming Results

• Vanessa Brown, Canadian Forces College

1400 - Closing Keynote Address

• Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff 

• Moderator: Jill Scott, Royal Military College of Canada

1500 - Closing Remarks

• Howard Coombs, Centre for International and Defence Policy

1515 - End