Advancing Inclusive STEAM Education
Insights, Results & the Road Ahead
STEAMbrace and STREAM IT come together for a hybrid European event dedicated to advancing inclusive, gender-responsive and future-oriented STEAM education.
17/11/2026
Tuesday
Hybrid
In person & online
Brussels, Belgium
Maison des Associations Internationales
the venue
JOIN US IN BRUSSELS
Join STEAMbrace and STREAM IT in Brussels for a day of exchange, collaboration and shared perspectives on the future of inclusive STEAM education.
Maison des Associations Internationales
Rue Washington 40, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium.
Together for change
A shared space for inclusive STEAM
In the spirit of #ShapingInclusiveSTEAM, this event will connect evidence, resources, networks and shared action, helping to move inclusive STEAM education beyond individual initiatives and towards long-term impact.
Education
Teachers, school leaders and educators
Research
Researchers and academics
Policy
Policymakers and European Institutions
Innovation & Community
Project representatives, innovators and civil society
Key topics
What we will explore
Throughout the programme, participant will explore key topics for a more inclusive, equitable and future-ready STEAM education in Europe.
Policy Recomendations
The Role of Arts in STEAM
Gender-responsive education
Sustainable STEAM ecosystems
Digital tools & classroom inequalities
Future European collaboration
Event programme
A day built around participation
09:00 – 09:30 | Registration & Welcome
09:30 – 09:40 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
09:40 – 10:00 | Keynote Welcome Address — Empowering Europe’s Future Through STEAM Education
10:00 – 11:00 | Roundtable Discussion #1 — STEAM Alliance for Europe & Joint PR Strategy: Building a sustainable European STEAM ecosystem
11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee Break & Networking
11:30 – 12:30 | Roundtable Discussion #02 — Shaping the Future of Inclusive STEAM Education: Evidence, Policy Recommendations, and the Transformative Role of Arts
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch & Networking
13:30 – 15:00 | Participatory Small-Group Workshops
- STEAM Alliance for Europe & Joint PR Strategy: Building a Sustainable European STEAM Ecosystem
- What Happens in the Classroom? Understanding Inequalities and the Role of STEAM Approaches
- Digital Assets and Tools: Supporting Teachers and Scaling Inclusive STEAM Practices
- Shaping the Future of STEAM: European Collaboration, Networks, and Joint Action
- Workshop organised by EUN (TBC)
15:00 – 15:30 | Plenary Session: Reporting Back
15:30 – 16:00 | Closing Session — Key Messages and Call to Action for the Future of STEAM Education
16:00 – 17:00 | Farewell Reception & Networking
Plan your visit
Everything you need for Brussels
Travelling to Brussels for the #ShapingInclusiveSTEAM event?
We’ve put together a practical information pack to help you plan your visit — from getting to the venue to transport, accommodation and useful information about Brussels.
Your Brussels Information Pack
Getting there
From Brussels Airport and Charleroi, and by rail
Getting around
Transport options and tickets
Where to stay
Hotel recommendations
Practical information
Useful tips for your visit
Brussels at a glance
What to see and do in November
UPCOMING FINAL EVENT
Advancing gender and diversity inclusive STEAM Education
Insights, Results & Road Ahead
