

"IN GOOD COMPANY"
mechelen-Belgium
15-16-17 May 2025
Sharing and Building Solution Focused Practice in Organisations
/ SCHEDULE May 2025
14th
WEDNESDAY
5pm-9pm
Pre-conference meet-up in De Vleeshalle (Pemberton Lounge
First floor)
12 food stands + bar
No registration needed, just show up.
Venue: De Vleeshalle
Address:
15th
THURSDAY
9:00am-9:30am
Conference check-in
9:30am-1O:30am
Opening plenary
10:30am-11:00am
Break
11:00am-12:30pm
12:30pm-1:30pm
Light lunch
1:30pm-3:00pm
Workshop slot 2
3:00pm-3:30pm
Break
3:30pm-4:30pm
Plenary keynote
4:30pm-5:15pm
SOLTalk & wrap up
6:30pm-00:30am
Conference dinner and Cabaret
Venue: T'Ile Malines
16th
FRIDAY
9:00am-9:30am
Greeting time
9:30am-1O:30am
10:30am-11:00am
Break
11:00am-12:30pm
12:30pm-1:15pm
Light lunch
1:20pm-2:00pm
Open Space
2:00pm-3:00pm
Open space slot 1
3:00pm-3:30pm
Break
3:30pm-4:30pm
Open space slot 2
4:40pm-5:20pm
SOLTalk & wrap up
5:30pm-6:00pm
Steering Group Meeting
in: Mandela
7:00pm
Dinner in Good Company
Register here
17th
SATURDAY
9:00am-9:30am
Greeting time
9:30am-11:00am
11:00am-11:30am
Break
11:30am-12:30pm
Closing plenary
12:30pm-1:30pm
Light lunch

/ about
The SOLWorld 2025 Conference is a unique opportunity for professionals who utilise the Solution Focused (SF) method in organisational contexts to come together, share experiences, and learn from one another.
Over three days, you will get in touch with the latest developments in SF practices, engage in carefully designed workshops, and connect with a global network of like-minded professionals. Set in the beautiful and historic city of Mechelen, Belgium, this conference is not just an event—it's an experience that fosters growth, innovation, and community.
This year's conference theme is IN GOOD COMPANY. This theme beautifully reflects the spirit of our gatherings, where we come together in an atmosphere that is warm, inclusive, and welcoming. At SOLWorld, everyone is seen, valued, and celebrated, creating a space where connections and learning thrive. IN GOOD COMPANY also speaks to our work as Solution-Focused professionals in organizations. As coaches, trainers, and organizational developers, we strive to contribute to the creation of good companies—workplaces that prioritize well-being, foster collaboration, and achieve meaningful results.
SOLWorld was formed in 2002 as a network for Solution Focused leaders, managers, coaches and consultants worldwide. Since then there have been over 50 SOLWorld events worldwide. Our strap line is "Sharing and Building Solutions Focused Practice in Organisations". At SOLWorld, sharing is the key word. We don't distinguish between presenters and participants: everybody is encouraged to collaborate in this mutual learning event.
The Solution Focused approach is a simple way to positive change. It aims to discover "what works" in a given situation, simply and practically. The focus on what's wanted (not what's wrong), what's going well (rather than what's gone badly) and practical progress (rather than explanatory theory) leads to a positive and pragmatic way to work with organisations and individuals. SF has its roots in the therapeutic approach devised by Insoo Kim Berg and Steve de Shazer at BFTC Milwaukee and others.
Workshops
Open spaces
SOLTALKS
Keynotes
dinner and Cabaret

/ Venues - travel
We’re excited to welcome you to Mechelen, a charming Flemish city full of history, culture, and wonderful places to stay.
Our Conference venue is the beautifully restored Het Predikheren, a 17th-century Baroque monastery steeped in history and charm. Address: Goswin de Stassartstraat 88, 2800 Mechelen
The Conference Dinner and Cabaret Evening will take place at T'ile Malines: Rode-Kruisplein 12, 2800 Mechelen.
You can find T'ile Malines at the very end of the island area. Cars can be parked at Parking Mechelen Keerdok.
There is a direct connection by train between Brussels Airport-Zaventem and Mechelen, with a travel time of just 11 min. Trains run every 30 min., making it a fast and efficient option. If you come through Charleroi Airport (Brussels South), you can take the TEC bus (A3) to Luttre Station and the direct train from there to Mechelen.
For up-to-date schedules, consult the Belgian Rail timetable or download the SNCB/NMBS railway app (Google / Apple).
Your hosts
Grateful for all we have received from the SOLWorld Community, we are happy to serve as hosts for this community at the next conference.