AGENDA

Two days of dialogue on the priorities of the Greek islands

The Islands Voice 2026 agenda focuses on the issues directly shaping the future of island regions.

Institutional representatives, policymakers, academics, business leaders and civil society organisations will discuss the European strategy for islands, connectivity, water management, funding and investment, housing, public health and the policy priorities for 2030.

08:30 – 09:30

Registration and Welcome

09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony

Welcome addresses by the organisers and official representatives.

10:00 – 10:15
Platinum Partner

Platinum Partner Address

10:15 – 11:15
Opening Session

The European Strategy for Islands: From Theory to Action

11:15 – 11:45

Coffee break & networking

11:45 – 13:00
Panel 1

Connectivity: The Right to Access

13:00 – 14:15
Panel 2

Water: The Greatest Challenge for Island Development

14:15 – 15:30

Business lunch

15:30 – 15:50
Fireside chat

Islandness 2030: Turning Challenges into Opportunities

15:50 – 17:05
Panel 3

Funding and Investment for the Islands

17:05 – 17:30

Coffee break

20:00

Welcome dinner