Vatican City — October 22, 2025

Faces of Impact proudly announces the participation of its Founder, Artem Shestakov, as a featured speaker at the 10th Anniversary Edition of the World Changers Summit, themed “Transcendence: Unveiling the Future of Humanity.” The prestigious event will be held at the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, Vatican City, under the patronage of the Institute for Advance Studies and Cooperation (IASC).

As part of this milestone gathering, Artem Shestakov will represent Faces of Impact’s global community of changemakers — visionaries, innovators, and cultural leaders driving social transformation across sectors. His address will explore the intersection of storytelling, visual culture, and cultural diplomacy as catalysts for shaping humanity’s collective future.

“Transcendence is not only about the evolution of technology but also about the elevation of human consciousness and cooperation,” said Shestakov. “Through Faces of Impact, we strive to build a platform where art, impact, and leadership unite to redefine the way we envision progress and purpose in our world.”

About the World Changers Summit

Established by Sir Prof. Dr. Gabriele Pao Pei Andreoli, the World Changers Summit has become one of the most respected interdisciplinary gatherings focused on advancing ethical innovation, social consciousness, and cross-sector collaboration. Over the past decade, it has evolved into a nexus of dialogue between scientific excellence, global leadership, and humanistic vision.

The 2025 edition, Transcendence: Unveiling the Future of Humanity, marks a symbolic convergence of science and spirituality — celebrating breakthroughs in quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and neurocognitive evolution, while emphasizing the moral and cultural dimensions of progress.

The summit will also feature the official presentation of the new book “Transcendence: Quantum Computing, AI, and the Future of Humanity” by Dr. Andreoli, published by La Bussola Edizioni.

About the Pontifical Academy of Sciences

Founded in 1603 and re-established by Pope Pius XI in 1936, the Pontifical Academy of Sciences is the world’s only supranational scientific academy. Housed in the historic Casina Pio IV within the Vatican Gardens, it promotes the advancement of mathematical, physical, and natural sciences, encouraging dialogue between faith, reason, and human progress. The Academy brings together leading scientists from around the world — including Nobel laureates — who are appointed for life by the Holy Father in recognition of their outstanding contributions to science and society.

Its mission is to honor pure science, foster freedom of research, and ensure that scientific discovery serves the moral and cultural advancement of humanity.

About Faces of Impact

Faces of Impact is a global cultural platform and nonprofit initiative founded by Artem Shestakov, celebrating visionary changemakers driving impact in areas such as the environment, education, culture, health, and innovation. Through portraiture, storytelling, and global recognition programs like FOI100, Faces of Impact amplifies voices that inspire transformation, bridging art and purpose across continents.

With a presence in major global forums — from the United Nations and Climate Week NYC to cultural summits across Europe — Faces of Impact continues to champion a movement where recognition becomes a force for real-world change.