International Conference on Stakeholder Engagement for Nuclear Power Programmes - Programme - Day 4

Thursday, 29 May 2025

09:00 – 10:30 | Atoms for Peace: Partnerships for Securing the Future 
This panel will explore the critical role of stakeholder engagement in advancing nuclear non-proliferation and nuclear security. Key topics include fostering trust, breaking misconceptions that link nuclear energy to weapons proliferation. These discussions will highlight best practices as well as share challenges, and real-world examples that demonstrate how effective engagement enhances transparency, dispels myths, and ensures alignment with international non-proliferation and nuclear security goals. This will give the opportunity to attendee to gain insight into how collaborative efforts, partnerships and communication can secure a safer future through the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

09:00 – 09:15 | Keynote speaker: Ms Na Young Lee, President of the Korea Institute of Nuclear Nonproliferation and Control, Republic of Korea

09:15 – 10:15 | Panel discussion:

Moderator: Ms Vasiliki Tafili, IAEA

Ms Sarah Case Lackner, Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non‑Proliferation

Ms Eva Gyane, Women in Nuclear

Mr Alex Osei-Agyemang, Nuclear Regulatory Authority, Ghana

Hon. Mr Seedy S.K. Njie, Deputy Speaker of the Parliament and IPU member, Gambia

Mr Jeremy Whitlock, McMaster University, Canada

10:15 – 10:30 | Q & A

10:30 – 11:00 | Break

11:00 – 12:30 | Harnessing the Atom: The Safe and Secure Journey 
This panel will explore the evolving role of stakeholder engagement in supporting the safety and security of operating nuclear power plants, from long-term operation to emerging innovative technologies like Small Modular Reactors. Featuring perspectives from national regulators, plant operators, community representatives, and the media, the discussion will address the challenges of safety and security communication in an ever-changing landscape. Topics include building public trust, addressing safety and security concerns, and fostering meaningful dialogue across diverse audiences. Through real-world case studies and shared experiences, the panel will showcase how collaboration enhances transparency, supports regulatory compliance, and prepares for the safe and secure adoption of innovative nuclear technologies. Attendees will gain practical insights into the future of safety and security‑focused stakeholder engagement.

11:00 – 11:15 | Keynote speaker: TBD

11:15 – 12:15 | Panel discussion:

Moderator: Ms Katherine Elizabeth Asfaw, IAEA

Amb. Ms Brigitte Brenner, Permanent Observer of the Inter-Parliamentary Union to the Vienna-based Organizations, NGO

Mr Jason Cameron, AECL, Canada

Mr Irvan Dwi Junianto, National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia, Indonesia

Mr Ossi Lång, Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority, Finland

Mr Cesar Romao, National Security Cabinet – Brazil Presidency of the Republic, Brazil

Mr Akihiro Yamamoto, Fukui Prefectural Government, Japan

12:15 – 12:30 | Q & A

12:30 – 14:00 | Break/side events

14:00 – 15:30 | Flash Talks
This event will feature concise and dynamic presentations on the key themes of the conference. Each speaker will have a limited time to share their insights, ideas, and innovations, covering a wide range of topics and perspectives, and providing attendees with a broad overview of the latest developments and trends in the field.

15:30 – 16:00 | Break

16:00 – 17:30 | Finding New Value Together: Repurposing Nuclear Sites 
As all nuclear facilities reach the end of their operational life, the decommissioning involves careful planning and implementation to ensure sustainable solutions encompassing safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance. This session will highlight the critical role of engaging local communities, owners/operators, governmental agencies, regulators, and other key stakeholders in decision-making processes and implementations. The panel will discuss strategies for transparent communication, addressing public concerns, and ensuring that all parties are informed and involved throughout the decommissioning process in the view of future site use. Additionally, the session will examine the need for collaboration in managing the technical, economic, and social aspects of decommissioning, ensuring a safe, secure and responsible transition to new life of sites for the benefit of both the local communities and the broader nuclear energy sector.

16: 00 – 16:15 | Keynote speaker: Mr Toyoshi Fuketa, Head of Decommissioning of Nuclear Damage Compensation and Decommissioning Facilitation Corporation, Japan

16:15 – 17:15 | Panel discussion:

Moderator: Ms Anna Clark, IAEA

Mr David Allard, Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors, Inc., United States of America

Ms Elfriede Derrer-Merk, University of Liverpool, United Kingdom

Ms Kristina Gillin, Vysus Sweden AB, Sweden

Mr Philip Matthews, (Nuclear Legacy Advisory Forum), United Kingdom

Ms Tanja Perko, Belgian Nuclear Research Centre, Belgium

17:15 – 17:30 | Q & A