Forward Fest 26
on March 16th, from 9h00 to 18h00
Location
Flagey
Heilig Kruisplein
1050 Elsene
Program
You can discover our program here.
We provide catering throughout the day. At 5 p.m., we’ll wrap up with a drink and some conversation.
Tickets
A ticket costs 25 euros.
As a student, you pay 10 euros.
Get your tickets here
Do you need an invoice for your ticket(s)? You can request one from the Flagey ticket shop at ticket@flagey.be or by calling 02 641 10 20 (Tue-Fri after 12 noon). Please provide your order number (and/or the name of the organization in whose name you purchased the tickets) and your billing details. Don’t forget to include the VAT number.
Language
Most sessions are conducted in English. In a couple of sessions, Dutch is the language of instruction.
VILLO
Villo station: Flageyplein
You can park your bicycle, scooter, or motorcycle in the bike parking area at Heilig-Kruisplein.
We recommend coming by public transport or considering alternative modes of travel to avoid traffic and parking difficulties.
Since October 2022, the Good Move plan and the local mobility contract Flagey–Vijvers have been in effect in Brussels. Traffic directions have changed in some areas. Remember to check whether your usual route has been altered and anticipate possible delays.
More information about the Good Move plan and the local mobility contract Flagey–Vijvers.
Low Emmission Zone
The Brussels-Capital Region is a Low Emission Zone (LEZ). Check whether your vehicle is allowed on lez.brussels.
Shared Cars
Parking
On some days, it can be difficult to find parking in the busy Flagey area. We recommend leaving well in advance and using public transport.
Do you have reduced mobility? Please contact us in advance at ticket@flagey.be. We will be happy to look at how we can best assist you inside the building.

Forward Fest 2024 invites you to join the conversation, share your perspective, and collaborate with others to build a future that is fair, inclusive, and interconnected. Explore, learn, and contribute to the change our world needs.
LEARN, SHARE, INSPIRE
Prepare for a day filled with inspiring lectures, surprising workshops, and professional connections that will not only stimulate your thinking but also touch your heart. This is your chance to learn from leading thinkers, network with like-minded individuals, and actively contribute to a more just world.
You will soon be able to register for Forward Fest 2026 here.
Get your ticketsForward Fest is organized by 11.11.11, ngo-federation and VLIRUOS in collaboration with MO* with the support of Belgian development cooperation.
11.11.11
THE COALITION FOR INTERNATIONAL SOLIDARITY.
11.11.11 aims to eradicate exploitation from the world. Everyone – anywhere in the world – has the right to a dignified existence. To truly make a change, power and resources must be distributed more fairly, and the current system must be questioned.
More info on 11.be
NGO-FEDERATIE
FLEMISH FEDERATION OF NGOS FOR DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION.
The ngo-federation represents its members to the federal and other governments, supports the members in their discussions with those governments, promotes cooperation within the sector, and strengthens the quality of NGOs’ operations.
More info on ngo-federatie.be
VLIRUOS
INNOVATIVE RESPONSES TO GLOBAL AND LOCAL CHALLENGES
VLIRUOS supports partnerships and scholarships between universities and colleges in both Flanders and the Global South, seeking innovative solutions for global as well as local challenges.
More info on vliruos.be