Who’s coming and speaking at the 2023 Skoll World Forum?
Speakers at this year’s Forum include Filmmaker and ARRAY founder Ava DuVernay, Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, journalist Maria Hinojosa, Nobel Peace Laureate Maria Ressa, author Carole Cadwalldr and Darryl DMC McDaniels, founder of Run-DMC, with a performance by five-time Grammy Award winner Jacob Collier.
Preview the Skoll-curated program here. You can also browse a list of registered Oxford delegates and reach out on LinkedIn about connecting during Forum week. The list is updated regularly with the latest information.
Is there a place to work or meet other press?
We have two reserved general work and meeting spaces for press.
Saïd Business School, Courtyard Marquee
This cordoned section of the Courtyard Marquee, which is a shared space with general delegates, can be used as a general work and meeting space. Delegate badge access is required. No reservation is required.
New Theatre, Piano Bar
This location can be used as a general work and meeting space. Preferred seating will also be made available to those present. Plan on arriving at the Piano Bar at least 30 minutes in advance to receive preferred seating for the plenaries. Light refreshments are available. Delegate badge access is required. No reservation is required.
Are there private interview spaces available?
There are many spaces across Oxford reserved for the press to hold interviews. These venues include Saïd Business School, Randolph Hotel, New Theatre, and more. To reserve one of these spaces, please visit the press registration desk at the Saïd Business School lobby and/or contact Sian Wu directly.
Contact: Sian Wu (she/her) | sian@resource-media.org | +1-206-701-4734
Is there an online component this year?
Our team is proud to offer online attendance via Hopin, where you can watch live streams or replays of plenaries and select Oxford sessions. Attending online is free and open to everyone. Please share the registration page with your friends and colleagues.
Is there a mobile app for this year’s Forum?
The Skoll World Forum will be available on Hopin, our virtual event platform. A week before the Forum, the event will go live on Hopin, where you can create a profile, manage an agenda, and send messages to other delegates. Our team will email you an access link.
You can use Hopin on your mobile device on your preferred browser or as a mobile app (recommended). To access the Forum on the Hopin app, download the mobile app before clicking on your access link. Once you have the app installed and click on your access link, you’ll be taken to Skoll World Forum “reception” to navigate from there.
What are your COVID-19 health and safety precautions?
Everyone attending is required to be up to date on vaccinations per US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Masks, sanitizers, and antigen tests will be available throughout the week. Please test before joining us and isolate if you’re feeling ill.
When should I arrive in Oxford for the Forum?
If possible, please plan to arrive in Oxford by Tuesday April 11, 2023 and depart on Saturday April 15, 2023. For anyone observing religious holidays during that time, we will share opportunities to gather in community and other ways in which Skoll can support your observance while at the Forum.
How do I travel to Oxford and where should I stay?
This resource page has more details about traveling to and around Oxford. Additionally, you can review our recommendations for lodging. There are a variety of hotels and rentals in Oxford that we suggest booking as soon as possible.
For any additional questions, who can I contact?
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