Announcement of the theme for the 5th International Congress

On May 5th, ISPGAYA held the official launch of the theme for the 5th edition of its International Congress, ISPGAYA26, at the Padre Freitas Auditorium. Under the motto "Leveraging the Regenerative Economy," the initiative marked the start of another edition of an event that establishes itself as a space for reflection and debate on the major economic, social, and environmental challenges of today. The session was attended by a number of guests of recognized merit in their fields of expertise, namely Dr. Mariana Marques, from CIGEST, Engineer Manuel Silva, President of the General Assembly of the Northern Regional Section, and Dr. Hélder Pinto, from INSIGHT. During the event, the relevance of the regenerative economy as an emerging paradigm was highlighted, capable of promoting more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive development models, reinforcing the role of higher education institutions in promoting knowledge and building innovative solutions. The ISPGAYA26 International Congress promises to bring together experts, researchers, and professionals from diverse fields, establishing itself as a platform for knowledge sharing and the promotion of best practices aligned with global challenges. The congress will take place on October 22nd and 23rd, 2026. For more information, please visit the website: https://congress.ispgaya.pt/