International Conference: The Intelligence Analyst’s Role in a Complex Security Landscape

📅 Date: November 28, 2025
📍 Location: Townhall Europe, Square de Meeûs 5-6, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
🕠 Duration: 17:30–21:30
👥 Expected Participants: 60–80 (students, professionals, policymakers, and project partners)

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Join us in Brussels on 28 November 2025 for the international conference:
“The Intelligence Analyst’s Role in a Complex Security Landscape”

This high-level event will bring together experts, educators, professionals, and students to explore the future of intelligence analysis in Europe.

Poster presentations, networking, and panel discussions on training, strategy, and foresight.
Submit your poster now – Deadline: 15 October 2025

Overview

In today’s complex, multipolar world, the ability to interpret, anticipate, and advise based on information is critical. Intelligence analysts are playing an increasingly central role across sectors — from security and government to business, engineering, and social services.

This half-day international conference marks a major milestone in the Erasmus+ “ANALYST” Project, bringing together stakeholders from academia, policy, and the professional intelligence field to explore:

The evolving role of the intelligence analyst
Cross-sector applications of intelligence and strategic foresight
Best practices in training and continuous education
The future of intelligence education in Europe

Topics at a Glance

While final panels and speakers will be announced soon, the conference will cover:

How intelligence analysis is applied across public and private sectors
Emerging skills, challenges, and professional standards
How educational programmes can better serve real-world needs
The role of networks, simulations, and certifications in professional training

Format

The event will include two thematic panels, a networking cocktail, and open discussions to foster collaboration. It aims to promote long-term connections within the European Intelligence Analyst Network.

Agenda

17:30 – 18:00 | Arrival & Registration

18:00 – 18:15 | Opening Remarks

18:15 – 19:00 | Panel 1: The Role of the Intelligence Analyst Across Sectors

19:00 – 19:15 | Award ceremony for the interns of the Analyst program

19:15 – 20:00 | Panel 2: Training Intelligence Analysts: Bridging Education and Operational Needs

20:00 – 20:10 | Closing Remarks

20:10 – 21:30 | Networking Cocktail