Berkley Center

Pope Francis and the Holy See are advancing the concept of a social economy—in contrast to the current market economy—through messages that focus on justice and economics, the environment, and the fostering of a culture that advances human dignity. Georgetown gathered economic, cultural, religious, and other leaders to engage across disciplines during this day-long symposium. Participants discussed the economy's intersection with arts and culture, values, and issues of social justice.

SCHEDULE

Welcome Address | John J. DeGioia

Conversation on "Values, Culture, and the Economy" | Michael Sandel, Paul Elie (moderator)

Social Justice and Market Regulation | Gaël Giraud, S.J., George Akerlof, Erin Lothes Biviano, James Hanvey, S.J. (moderator)

How Economy Shapes Culture: Perspective of the Poor and the Working Poor | Sherry Linkon, Clara Mejía Orta (C'17), Alyssa Russell (C'17), David Hollenbach, S.J. (moderator)

How Culture Shapes Economy | Lewis Hyde, Bishop Paul Tighe, Fred Bahnson, John Borelli (moderator)

Closing Remarks | Bishop Paul Tighe

This event was co-sponsored by the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs; the President's Office; and the Pontifical Council for Culture. It was another cooperative step between Georgetown University and the Pontifical Council for Culture, which previously, with the Archdiocese of Washington, convened a three-day conference in April 2014 on “Faith, Culture and the Common Good.”