The congress “Sustainability and Integral Ecology in Business and Law: Ten years after Laudato Yeah“ It will be held at the Lima Campus of the University of Piura in Lima, on July 1 and 2, 2025.
In honor of the tenth anniversary of the ecological encyclical Laudato Yes: On the care of the common home of Pope Francis, we seek to study the implications of “integral ecology” in business and law.
This encyclical introduced the term “integral ecology” into Catholic social doctrine, calling for an awareness of the interconnection between human beings and nature. Based on the belief in the Creator, integral ecology appeals to our ecological justice and spirituality in relation to creation, beyond the duty to manage nature responsibly.
Catholic social thought uses the term “integral ecology” as a synonym for sustainability. This notion includes human ecology in relation to faith, family, and the most vulnerable. It also defines our relationship and commitment to nature in the areas of business and law.
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Plenary speakers
Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson
Chancellor of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences, and Prefect Emeritus of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. He was born in Ghana in 1948 and ordained a priest in 1975. He trained in Theology and Sacred Scripture in Rome and the United States. He was Archbishop of Cape Coast (1992-2009) and President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace (2009-2016). He has participated in important ecclesiastical bodies and in the conclaves of 2005 and 2013. He speaks six languages and has received numerous honorary distinctions. He was created a cardinal by Saint John Paul II in 2003.
Christopher J. Thompson
Academic Dean and Professor of Moral Theology at The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. He earned his doctorate in 1994 from Marquette University, his master's degree in 1987 from Saint Louis University, and his bachelor's degree in 1982 from Creighton University. His teaching and research interests include Fundamental Moral Theology and Thomistic Moral Theology. In addition to his academic work, Dr. Thompson has published numerous essays and articles on moral theology and environmental ethics, highlighting his contribution to the dialogue between faith and ecology.
Lucia Ann Silecchia
Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Law at the Columbus School of Law at The Catholic University of America. She specializes in environmental law, Catholic social thought, property rights, and the rights of the elderly and persons with disabilities. She has held various academic and administrative positions, including the director of the Summer Law Program in Rome. She is the author of the column "On Ordinary Times" and has published in The Wall Street Journal, National Review, and The Washington Post. She has been a commentator on EWTN, NPR, and other outlets, and her scholarly work explores the intersection of ethics, law, and Catholic social teaching.
Domènec Mele
Professor Emeritus of Business Ethics at IESE Business School. He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, as well as a PhD in Theology from the University of Navarra. He was a professor of Chemical Technology before joining IESE in 1986. A specialist in business ethics, corporate social responsibility and Christian social thought, he has published more than 70 academic articles and numerous books on ethics and humanistic management. He is the founder of the IESE Center for Business and Society and organizer of the International Symposiums on Ethics, Business and Society. He has been editor of the Journal of Business Ethics and collaborates with various academic journals.
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Who is this event for and why participate?
The conference “Sustainability and Integral Ecology in Business and Law: Ten years after Laudato SYo“ It is aimed at academics, legal and business professionals, business leaders, policy makers, members of civil society and all those interested in the intersection between ethics, sustainability and economic development.
This event offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the concept of integral ecology and its impact on decision-making in the business and legal world. Through lectures, panel discussions and networking with international experts, participants will be able to explore innovative solutions and approaches based on the Social Doctrine of the Church.
If you want to better understand how sustainability and social justice can be integrated into your profession and contribute to a more responsible future, this conference is for you. Register now and be part of the global dialogue on ecology and human development.
Record
- Registration is currently open. The registration fee covers all conference sessions and meals.
- Early registration (until April 1st): $129 USD
- General register (April 2 to June 13): $150 USD
- Registration link: https://congresosostenibilidad.udep.edu.pe/
- Email for inquiries: congreso.sostenibilidad@udep.edu.pe
Schedule
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
| Hour | Activity |
|---|---|
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8:00 am |
Record |
|
9:00 am |
Welcome |
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9:30 am |
Plenary Session I |
|
11:00 am |
Rest |
|
11:30 am |
Concurrent Session I |
|
1:00 pm |
Lunch |
|
2:30 pm |
Concurrent Session II |
|
4:00 pm |
Rest |
|
4:30 pm |
Mass |
|
5:30 pm |
Reception |
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
| Hour | Activity |
|---|---|
|
8:00 am |
Mass |
|
9:30 am |
Plenary Session II |
|
10:30 am |
Rest |
|
11:00 am |
Concurrent Session III |
|
12:30 pm |
Lunch |
|
2:00 pm |
Plenary Session III |
|
3:30 pm |
Rest |
|
4:00 pm |
Final comments |
|
7:00 pm |
Closing Dinner |
*The schedule will be updated soon with more details on the planned activities.
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