In an era marked by polarization, disinformation and digital disruptions, the trust in science is under unprecedented strain — even as it delivers life-saving breakthroughs. From climate to medicine, science value is undermined, or worse, destroyed. The rise in vaccine hesitancy, climate change skeptics or the US withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) are just a few examples of this underlying trend.Inspired by the goals of UNESCO International Decade of Science for Sustainable Development (2024-2033), this panel will explore the collective responsibility to safeguard science as a global public good—essential not only to human progress but to our survival. Panelists will examine how to counter the erosion of public trust and emphasize the need for open, safe, and pluralistic scientific ecosystems— the key conditions for science to thrive. They will also address how protecting the freedom and safety of scientists, fostering interdisciplinary, multi-actor and international collaboration, and promoting critical thinking are all crucial to ensuring science continues to inform decision-making and deliver transformative solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. Building trust in science is not optional—it is foundational to peace, equity, and the future of our planet.
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