The 2023 SBS D Forum website has been opened!
Rewriting the Economic Paradigm in the Age of AI
2022 THEME
This year, we tackle a theme that urgently demands our attention.
The theme of SDF2022 is Rewriting Democracy.
Today, the world is at a turning point. Our values are colliding and bringing usinto conflict. There are countless important decisions to be made in light of ourapproaching future. Can our current political system prepare us for a better future?In the first part of our program, we discuss what measures can be taken tosignificantly improve the quality of our democracies.
What will it take for democracy to be more than a value or a system and actuallyshape our approach to life? In the second part of our program, we explore how wecan practice democracy as a principle for a happier life.
SPEAKERS
Meet the exciting group of speakers who will take the stage for SDF2022.
Each experts in their respective fields, they will come together to discuss Korea’s future.
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08:45-09:15[SDF2022 Keynote Speech] Democracy: How it works? When it works?
Adam PRZEWORSKI -
09:20-10:05[SDF2022 Research Findings] Political reforms to promote politics built on public debate: institutional transformation and democratic innovations
RYU Honglim -
10:05-10:20Citizens Ask, Lawmakers Answer
KIM Jin-pyo -
13:05-13:40[SDF2022 Keynote Speech] The Critical Infrastructure of Democracy
Jan-Werner MÜLLER -
15:10-15:40Why does loneliness make us vulnerable to populism?
Noreena HERTZ -
14:00-14:20We Will Not Save Democracy Without Saving Journalism
Ann Marie LIPINSKI -
16:50-17:20Survival of the Friendliest - from Dogs to Democracy
Brian HARE -
14:20-14:50How Do You Do? - Books, the Other, and Democracy
KIM Keum Hee
WHY SDF
What makes SDF different?
SDF (SBS D Forum) is a knowledge-sharing project and major corporatesocial responsibility initiative of South Korean broadcaster SBS.The aim of SDF is to engage in and encourage inquiry and deliberationto help shape the public discourse and guide reflection on the valuesthat we need to guide us through changing times into the future.
Wide-ranging exploration of social issues
Every year, a theme is chosen for SDF that reflects the most critical issues we face as a society.We explore solutions to such issues through the diverse lenses of politics,society, culture, and art and ask the questions that are necessary for change.
World-leading lineup of speakers
Leading local and international speakers take to the stage at SDFevery year to share their insights and engage with our audience.
Joint research project
An annual joint research project is conducted with experts in various fields.In addition to addressing issues being raised by civil society,we propose bold solutions for change in our existing systems and institutions on the back of in-depth research.
I was selective about where I chose to speak on each continent, and in Asia I decided to speak at the SBS D Forum. It was all held very professionally!
SDF2020
Yuval Harari
It was the first time I was invited to present for the closing session of such a big event like SBS D Forum. I hope to be able to share more of my thoughts on topics like technology finding solutions for disabilities in the future.
SDF2021
Kim Cho-yeop
It was wonderful to be able to join such a diverse group of speakers for SBS D Forum, and it was a very interesting experience. I hope that more people will be influenced to change their lives and take part in creating a better world. Thank you very much.
SDF2021
Peter Singer
I’m thankful to have been a part of a meaningful process of fostering public dialogue ahead of the presidential elections, at a time when more active debate about policies was especially needed I was lucky to be able to witness quality journalism from up close.
SDF2021
Lee Seung-yoon
At an increasingly challenging and complex time, it is important to pool our collective wisdom, and SBS D Forum proved itself to be a promising platform for that purpose. I hope it will continue to play an important role.
SDF2020
Yoo Hyunjoon
I am very thankful for the platform you provided for me to make my voice heard during what was a difficult time. You can’t imagine how much that meant to me. The forum was so great, and you should be very proud. Thank you truly.
SDF2018
Rose McGowan
By being open to the imagination of artists, which isn’t always an easy thing to understand, you have contributed to saving the world. SDF perfectly embodies the spirit of engagement and cooperation. You have gone beyond introducing art through your program and actually made your program a work of art. If that’s not progress for human society, I don’t know what is.
SDF2020
Choe Uzong
I had a blast! What an interesting city and a very interesting conference, and I don't say that lightly. I go to lots of conferences. It was superb.
SDF2018
Cathy O’Neil
REGISTER
Registration is open from October 7 to 27.
Don’t miss your chance. Register today!
VENUE
See you here November 3!
Art Hall 1Please use public transportation as parking is very limited.
EVENT
We’re back! This year, SDF is returning to our in-person format.
