On 30 September 2026, WIL Europe will bring together senior leaders from European institutions, business and academia at the European Parliament in Brussels,  in the heart of Europe, for a high-level dialogue on the role financial education in strengthen resilience, support long-term decision-making and contribute to Europe's competitiveness.

Hosted by MEP Yon-Courtin, the discussion will feature an exceptional line-up of European decision-makers and industry leaders, including EU Commissioner Albuquerque (FISMA), Delphine de Chaisemartin, Deputy CEO of AFG; Pervenche Berès, Chair of Europe-Finances-Régulations, former Chair of the European Parliament's Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON), and Corentine Poilvet Clédière, CEO of LCH SA.

As financial decisions become more complex and their consequences more far-reaching, financial literacy is no longer simply a personal advantage — it is becoming a key part of Europe’s economic resilience and competitiveness. This interactive exchange will look beyond the basics of financial education to ask how we can give individuals the confidence and tools to make smarter long-term choices, navigate uncertainty and play a more active role in Europe’s financial future.

The discussion will be followed by a networking session, offering Members, Talents, and Fellows the opportunity to exchange ideas and connect with leaders across sectors.

This event is open to our Members, Talents and Fellows who are based in Brussels, or nearby on that date. 

On the 12th October 2026, WIL Europe will gather at the Restaurant du Sénat, within the prestigious Palais du Luxembourg for a special WIL Afterwork, featuring a conversation with Yoann Iacono, author of Les Frondeuses, the story of the first newspaper created and led by women.

Through his novel, Yoann Iacono brings to life the story of the pioneering women behind La Fronde, the first newspaper created, written, and led entirely by women. The discussion will explore how these women challenged the conventions of their time and fought for a place in public and political life — a story that continues to resonate today.

The conversation will be followed by a networking cocktail and book signing, offering out network the opportunity to continue the exchanges and enjoy a great evening of conversations.


This event is open to our Members, Talents and Fellows who are based in Paris, or nearby on that date. 

A key moment for the WIL community is coming to Madrid and this year’s Gathering comes at a decisive moment for Europe’s future!

Our forthcoming WIL Europe Annual Gathering in Madrid on 6 November 2026 promises to be a standout moment for the WIL community. Held at the iconic Círculo de Bellas Artes, one of Spain’s most renowned cultural landmarks and a historic centre for ideas and debate, the Gathering will offer a powerful setting for this exclusive convening of WIL Members, leaders and invited guests.

Expect high-level discussions with Europe’s most influential voices, offering a unique opportunity to listen to and engage with senior leaders from across the continent around the theme The Future of Work. 

And the conversations will start even before the main programme! On the evening of 5 November, we’ll be bringing participants together for an networking cocktail — an opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, and kick off the Gathering together. The cocktail is expected to take place between 19:00 and 22:00, with exact timings to be confirmed.

Together, we’ll explore how technology and AI are transforming jobs and skills, while also looking at how geopolitics, energy transitions, and governance are reshaping labour markets, organisations, and leadership across Europe and beyond.

Places are limited.