Dive into the heart of global issues with CSactu!
Since September 2023, HEIP’s CSactu association, a student newspaper covering current affairs by young people, for young people. The association offers captivating conferences highlighting contemporary political challenges. Join us to explore these unmissable encounters with renowned political figures and enrich your passion for International Relations and Political Science.
Conference with Jean-François Copé,
Former Minister, Mayor of Meaux and
Member of the Paris Bar.
Photo credit: Florent Marion
Former minister, mayor of Maux and member of the Paris Bar, Jean-François Copé, speaking to CSactu on January 20, 2024.
“Don’t forget the true meaning of tragedy”.
Jean-François Copé
Former Minister, Mayor of Meaux and member of the Paris Bar.
On Tuesday, January 30, 2024, we were privileged to welcome Jean-François Copé, former French Minister, Mayor of Meaux and member of the Paris Bar, for an in-depth reflection on“La paix, à quelles conditions?“. The conference went beyond mere speeches to offer participants a real immersion in the foundations of global stability. His presence was much more than a simple intervention; it was an invitation to explore the depths of contemporary conflicts and discover the keys to the peaceful resolution of disputes.
With an insightful analysis of current geopolitical dynamics, Jean-François Copé opened up new perspectives, offering students an in-depth understanding of the challenges facing our world. Every word was loaded with meaning, every idea underpinned by rich and diverse experience.
In a poignant moment, he reminded the audience,“Don’t forget the true meaning of tragedy.”
This resonant phrase left a lasting impression, reminding participants of the profound issues underlying international conflicts, and the urgent need for concerted action to promote peace and mutual understanding. The true horrors of war and its implications were brought to the fore, in place of more Euro-centric concerns.
In his speech, Mr. Copé gave an overview of contemporary conflicts, dividing them into three distinct categories. He addressed the situation on the African continent, marked in particular by the scourge of terrorism, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in the Middle East, and the war in Ukraine in Europe. He took a lucid look at the causes and prospects of these conflicts, underlining the lack of optimism on the horizon. The former minister also offered advice to students wishing to become involved in politics, encouraging them to travel in order to draw inspiration from foreign experiences. José Milano, Executive Chairman of Omnes Education, had the honor of opening the event, which was attended by over 200 students.
It was a veritable lesson in history and geopolitics, in which every concept was explored with rigor and clarity. Thanks to the presence of Jean-François Copé, participants left the room with a renewed awareness of global issues and a strengthened determination to contribute to a future of peace and prosperity, thanks to the vision of an active player in French politics.
Organizing a conference: quite a story!
To ensure the success of the events, which brought together 300 students, it was essential to set up a dedicated team.
Under the direction of CSactu President Alexis Fournet, the event was carefully organized in close partnership with the administration of the host school, HEIP.
Mattéo Pessoa, in charge of conference invitations, is responsible for maintaining close contact with the offices of political figures and managing the team in the field.
Clara Privitera, as Communications Director at Csactu, was responsible for designing all communications materials for the conference and managing the team in the field, with the support of Jade Kouider, Florent Marion and Adrien Page for photography and Timothé Pessoa for video.
Antoine Busson moderated the conference.
Each event was managed with an iron hand by the dynamic team of Zoé Moussaud, Hugo Boulogne, Victor de Labriffe and Clément Le Lendais, all active and committed sports journalists at Csactu and HEIP students. They were in charge of on-site logistics such as registration, seating and security.
Photo credit: Florent Marion
From left to right: Clara Privitera, Clément Le Landais, Victor de Labriffe, Céline Claverie-Directrice HEIP, Antoine Busson, Zoé Moussaud, Jade Kouider, Esther Dupuy, Alexis Fournet, Hugo Boulogne, Mattéo Pessoa
Success thanks to invaluable partnerships
Our special thanks go to HEIP (Hautes Études Internationales et Politiques) and the OMNES Education group for their support in organizing these events, hosting the conferences on their Paris campuses, and distributing our communication on their channels.
Their invaluable partnership and unfailing support have enabled us to offer our students unique learning and exchange opportunities, enriching their academic and professional careers.
The collaboration with OMNES Education has been essential in realizing our ambitious vision. In 2024, CSactu wants to be at the heart of the connection between students and decision-makers, which is why we produced a video with the Group’s President: José Milano, and the President of CSactu: Alexis Fournet.
The editors :
Clara PRIVITERA
MSc1 MIAP, HEIP Paris I Communications and Events Director at CSactu.
Mattéo PESSOA
MSc1 MIAP, HEIP Paris I Director of Public Relations and CSactu sports consultant
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CSactu is a student media dedicated to article writing, online content production and the publication of
our monthly magazine. We also offer interviews, podcasts, and organize various networking events and conferences.
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