Centenary of Manuel Sacristán: Ecosocialism or barbarism!
Join us for a Green Red Dialogue to honour the legacy of one of the most influential critical thinkers of the 20th century while asking what kind of future Europe chooses to build.
About the Event
In 2025, we commemorated the centenary of the birth of Manuel Sacristán, a key figure in critical thought and an indisputable reference for ecosocialism in Catalonia and across Spain. This event is conceived as a meaningful tribute for all those committed to social transformation, ecological justice, and the defence of democratic values.
At a moment of profound global crisis – marked by ecological collapse, social inequality, and the erosion of fundamental rights -Sacristán’s legacy is more relevant and necessary than ever. His work continues to inspire critical reflection and collective action at the intersection of Marxism, ecology, and ethics. What might these ideas offer to Europe today? How can they help guide social movements and political actors in confronting ecological limits, democratic regression, and growing inequality? And what would it mean to place ethical responsibility and social emancipation at the heart of Europe’s political future?
It is in response to these questions that we bring together leading voices from the Green movement, feminism, youth activism, and critical political thought – to debate, inspire, and collectively explore pathways toward social justice, ecological responsibility, and democratic renewal in Europe.
Speakers
- Benedetta Di Marte, Secretary General, European Green Party
- Quim Sempere, Doctor of Philosophy and disciple of Manuel Sacristán
- Cinta González Sentís, Secretary General, Federation of Young European Greens
- Moderator: Andreu Mayayo, Professor of History
Before the dialogue begins, participants are warmly invited to share an informal networking moment together over a cup of hot chocolate.
Project Background
The Green Red Dialogues, organised by the Green European Foundation (GEF) with the support of Fundació Nous Horitzons, provide a space to address the defining social and ecological challenges of our time from a Southern European perspective. From the rise of the far right to feminist struggles, from war and authoritarianism to the historical roots of ecosocialist thought, these dialogues bring together diverse voices to connect the red and the green – bridging social and environmental justice in Europe.
This dialogue continues that mission by revisiting the intellectual foundations of ecosocialism through the work of Manuel Sacristán, while encouraging open, critical debate capable of confronting silence, resignation, and inaction in the face of today’s crises.
Speakers
- Benedetta De Marte, Secretary General, European Green Party
- Quim Sempere, Doctor of Philosophy and disciple of Manuel Sacristan
- Cinta González Sentís, Secretary General, Federation of Young European Greens
- Andreu Mayayo, Professor of History
Practicalities
Date: 24 January 2025
Time: 11:30-13:30 CET
Format: In-person
Address: CCOO Headquarters, Via Laietana, 16, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
Registration: Please register your attendace via this link.
This event is organised by the Green European Foundation (GEF) with the support of Fundació Nous Horitzons and with the financial support of the European Parliament to the Green European Foundation.
