Introduction

The ICOLD Young Professionals Forum (YPF) aims to inspire and guide the next generation to actively engage and shape the future of ICOLD. Focusing on young professionals, embarking on the early stages of their careers.

https://www.icold-cigb.org/GB/icold/icold_young_professionals_forum.asp

YPF Events in ICOLD 2025

 YPF Workshop - Saturday Morning 17 May

Dam and Water Resources Management in the Context of Energy Transition

(Keynote Speeches, Presentations, Panel Discussion ...)

 Mentoring Session - Lunch Time Saturday 17 May and Sunday 18 May

Attending young professionals will have the possibility to register for a mentorship session. More details are as below.

 YPF Meeting - Sunday Afternoon 18 May

Young Professionals’ Annual Meeting

(Experience Sharing, Election, Group Discussion ...)

 Young Professionals’ Night - Sunday Evening 18 May

Social Event for Young Professionals

Mentoring Sessions in ICOLD 2025

Following the highly appreciated mentoring sessions at the Congress in Marseille 2022, we are excited to announce a new round of mentoring sessions during the upcoming Congress in Chengdu. This initiative aims to foster meaningful connections and knowledge exchange between experienced professionals and young delegates in a relaxed and interactive setting.

 Session Details

 - Format: Informal roundtable discussions during lunch breaks.

 - Duration: Approximately 45 minutes per session.

 - Structure: Each roundtable will feature one mentor and 4-5 young professionals, focusing on a topic proposed by the mentor.

 - Preparation: Mentors are encouraged to prepare a brief introduction about themselves, their professional background, and the chosen discussion topic.

 - Application Process: Young professionals will select and apply for the mentor and topic that most interests them.

 - Lunch: Lunch will be served during or after the session to facilitate a comfortable and engaging atmosphere.

 Purpose of the Mentoring Sessions

 - Encourage the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and ideas between seasoned professionals and young delegates.

 - Provide mentors with a platform to share their engineering philosophy, raise awareness on important subjects, and offer advice and inspiration based on personal experiences.

 - Expand professional networks on an international scale.

 Suggested Discussion Topics

 Mentors are invited to propose topics that align with their expertise and interests. Examples include:

 - Specific technical or interdisciplinary subjects.

 - Career development and specialization.

 - Lessons learned from particular projects.

 - Sustainability in engineering.

 - Leadership and innovation.

 A full list of topics discussed during the Marseille 2022 Congress is available upon request.

 How to Participate as a Mentor

 If you are an experienced professional interested in sharing your insights and inspiring the next generation of engineers, we would be delighted to have you as a mentor. Please contact us at icold2025ypf@foxmail.com to express your interest or for further details.