Colombia is a land of vast contrasts: rising Andean summits, unspoiled Caribbean coast, unexplored Amazonian jungles, archaeological ruins and colonial villages. A society mixed with pre-Colombian wisdom, African vigour, and European backgrounds. After 50 years of war, one of the world’s most biodiverse countries is now undergoing a period of transformation. The peace treaty was signed on 16 August 2016 making the country open for innovative ideas in the fields of reconstruction and peace building.

Bogota and Medellin are stories of wonder. Passing from the most dangerous cities in the world to social innovation miracles. A land where crazy ideas have become a norm in the pursuit of a more sustainable change for its citizens. However, the social scars left after decades of conflict still remain challenging to a positive change in the psyche of people. In order to achieve a sustainable future, a methodology in narration of peace and innovation needs to be introduced. This makes the change not only sustainable but also attractive to younger generations.

The Impact Week in Bogota has taken place for two consecutive years in 2017 and 2018. The initiative was hosted in cooperation with the Jorge Tadeo Lozano University and the Military University Nueva Granada. The great mission to foster an innovation spirit and peace building in Colombia was supported by Lufthansa Group, help Alliance, SAP, Design@Business, TadeoLab, and the Colombian Engineering School Julio Garavito.