# Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics, and Management for an Economy of Life (GEM School)

- Dates: 17 August 2026 to 28 August 2026
- Location: Panama City, Panama (Location TBC), Panama City, Panama
- Organiser: World Council of Churches
- Industry: GovTech & Public Sector

## About

The Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics, and Management for an Economy of Life (GEM School) is an innovative initiative taking place in Panama City, Panama.

## Who attends

The 10-day programme will train 20–25 church leaders to push for change in global finance.

_As described by the organiser._

## Official links

- [Official website](https://www.oikoumene.org/events/ecumenical-school-on-governance-economics-and-management-for-an-economy-of-life-gem-school-2026)
- [Agenda](https://oikoumene.org/resources/documents/ecumenical-school-on-governance-economics-and-management-for-an-economy-of-life-gem-school-2026-provisional-programme)

## Topics

- Banking & Finance
- Education & Training

## Sponsors and partners

- World Communion of Reformed Churches
- Lutheran World Federation
- World Methodist Council
- Council for World Mission
- United Society Partners in the Gospel

## Ticket pricing

USD 100

## Where to stay

- **Barú Lodge**: 250 m from the venue, Ciudad de Panamá
  - [Hotel website](https://www.barulodge.com/)
- **Hostal Familiar Carmencita**: 260 m from the venue, H1B Calle 61 C, Ciudad de Panamá
- **Wyndham Garden**: 520 m from the venue
- **Novotel Panama City**: 540 m from the venue, Panama
  - [Hotel website](http://www.novotel.com/gb/hotel-9252-novotel-panama-city/index.shtml)
- **Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino, Autograph Collection**: 670 m from the venue, Ciudad de Panamá
  - [Hotel website](https://sortishotel.com/)
  - Phone: +507 398 8888
- **Best Western Zen Plus Panamá**: 740 m from the venue
- **Panama Zen Hotel**: 750 m from the venue
- **Principe Hotel & Suites**: 850 m from the venue, Calle José Isaac Fábrega, Ciudad de Panamá
  - [Hotel website](http://www.principehotelandsuites.com)

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Source: https://www.luminik.io/events/ecumenical-school-on-governance-economics-and-management-for-an-economy-of-life/