@extends('layouts.site') @section('title', 'Overview - Faith & Future Summit') @section('meta_description', 'Explore the Faith & Future Summit 2026 — a gathering of scholars, researchers, and intellectual voices under the theme Beyond Borders.') @section('content') @php $event = $event ?? \App\Models\Event::past()->first() @endphp {{-- Hero --}}
{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_badge', 'Beyond Borders Edition') }} @if($event)

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_event_title', $event->title) }}

@if($event->theme)

“{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_event_theme', $event->theme) }}”

@endif

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_intro_text', $event->excerpt ?: 'Faith & Future Summit 2026 brought together scholars, researchers, and emerging intellectual voices in a powerful exchange of ideas under the theme Beyond Borders.') }}

@else

Faith & Future Summit 2026

“Beyond Borders”

Faith & Future Summit 2026 brought together scholars, researchers, and emerging intellectual voices in a powerful exchange of ideas.

@endif
{{-- Main Event Image --}}
FFS 2026 Event
{{-- Event Title & Details --}}
@if($event && $event->starts_at)
calendar_today Held on: {{ $event->starts_at->format('F d, Y') }} @if($event->venue)location_on Venue: {{ $event->venue }}{{ $event->city ? ', '.$event->city : '' }}@endif
@endif
{{-- Stats Row --}}
@php $speakerCount = $event ? $event->speakers->count() : 0 @endphp
{{ $speakerCount ?: '0' }}+
{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_stat_1_label', 'Distinguished Speakers') }}
{{ \App\Models\Stat::where('label','like','%Research%')->orWhere('label','like','%Presentation%')->value('value') ?? '0' }}+
{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_stat_2_label', 'Research Presentations') }}
{{ \App\Models\Stat::where('label','Attendees')->value('value') ?? '0' }}+
Attendees
{{-- Two Images Row --}}
FFS Scholars FFS Delegates
{{-- 1. Event Overview --}} @if($event && $event->overview_description)

Event Overview

{{ $event->overview_description }}

@endif {{-- 2. Speakers From This Edition --}} @if($event && $event->speakers->isNotEmpty())

Speakers From This Edition

@foreach($event->speakers as $sp)
@if($sp->photo) {{ $sp->name }} @else
{{ mb_substr($sp->name, 0, 1) }}
@endif

{{ $sp->name }}

{{ collect([$sp->country, $sp->role])->filter()->join(' · ') }}

View Profile
@endforeach
@endif {{-- 3. Gallery Section --}} @if($event && $event->gallery) @php $galleryCategories = ['venue'=>'Venue Shot','audience'=>'Audience Shot','speaker'=>'Speaker Shot','networking'=>'Networking Shot'] @endphp

Gallery

A visual journey through the summit — from the venue and speakers to the audience and networking moments.

@foreach($galleryCategories as $key => $label) @php $items = collect($event->gallery)->where('category', $key) @endphp @if($items->isNotEmpty())

{{ $label }}

@foreach($items as $item) @endforeach
@endif @endforeach
@endif {{-- 4. Testimonials / Reflections --}} @if($event && $event->testimonials) @php $testimonials = collect($event->testimonials) @endphp @if($testimonials->isNotEmpty())

Testimonials & Reflections

@foreach($testimonials as $t)

{{ $t['quote'] ?? '' }}

{{ mb_substr($t['name'] ?? 'G', 0, 1) }}
{{ $t['name'] ?? ($t['type'] === 'organizer' ? 'Organizer' : 'Attendee') }} @if(!empty($t['title'])){{ $t['title'] }}@endif
@endforeach
@endif @endif {{-- 5. Media Coverage + Downloads --}} @if($event && ($event->news_url || $event->brochure_path || $event->media_kit_path))

Media Coverage & Downloads

@if($event->news_url)
videocam

News / Video Coverage

Watch highlights and media coverage from this edition.

Watch Now arrow_forward
@endif @if($event->brochure_path)
description

Event Brochure

Download the official brochure (PDF).

Download download
@endif @if($event->media_kit_path)
folder_zip

Media Kit

Download press kit and media assets.

Download download
@endif
@endif {{-- Vision Section --}}

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_vision_p1', 'The Faith & Future Summit 2026 was successfully convened as a curated academic platform bringing together distinguished scholars, researchers, and intellectual voices from across disciplines.') }}

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_vision_p2', 'Under the theme Beyond Borders, the summit facilitated rigorous dialogue on how faith, ethics, and knowledge can respond to the emerging realities of our time — across society, technology, education, environmental responsibility, and the human condition.') }}

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_vision_p3', 'Through keynote addresses, research presentations, and interdisciplinary engagement, the summit reaffirmed the relevance of faith-informed scholarship in shaping ethical futures for a rapidly transforming world.') }}

{{-- Themes Grid --}}
Summit Themes

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_themes_intro', 'The 2026 edition of the Faith & Future Summit explored five interdisciplinary tracks addressing the ethical and intellectual challenges shaping our future.') }}

@foreach([ ['trending_up','Future Economies','Exploring ethical frameworks for emerging economic models, digital currencies, and value creation in a rapidly transforming global marketplace.'], ['school','Future of Learning','Reimagining education through the lens of faith, technology, and human potential — equipping the next generation with timeless wisdom and modern skills.'], ['devices','Digital Life','Navigating AI, data ethics, and the digital transformation of society — ensuring technology serves humanity while preserving spiritual and moral integrity.'], ['eco','Environmental Responsibility','Stewarding the Earth through faith-driven sustainability — addressing climate action, green innovation, and the moral imperative to protect creation.'], ['diversity_3','Community & Leadership','Building resilient communities through values-based leadership — mobilizing collective action, interfaith collaboration, and principled governance.'] ] as $theme)
{{ $theme[0] }}

{{ $theme[1] }}

{{ $theme[2] }}

@endforeach
{{-- Summit Highlights --}}

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_highlights_text', 'The 2026 edition of the Faith & Future Summit was not merely a gathering, but a platform for substantive scholarly exchange and forward-looking ethical engagement.') }}

{{-- CTA --}}
notifications_active

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_cta_text', 'Stay informed about upcoming editions, speaker announcements, and early registration opportunities.') }}

{{ \App\Models\SiteSetting::get('overview_cta_btn', 'Get Summit Updates') }} arrow_forward
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