Submission deadline: 31 August 2026 This Special Issue will present research and case studies from around the world focusing on the interlinkages between forest biodiversity, traditional knowledge, sustainable livelihoods, food security and human health. It will include such topics as: integration of native forest species in traditional agroforestry systems for enhancing their climate resilience; traditional agroecological systems to support food security in the context of climate change; con
Deadline: 15 May 2025 The Organizing Committee cordially invites researchers, scientists, practitioners, and policy makers to submit abstracts for the IUFRO-VAFS’s conference “Sustaining Acacia Plantations in a Dynamic Changing World.” The conference aims to provide a platform for sharing scientific knowledge, practical experience, and innovative solutions to enhance the resilience, productivity, and sustainability of Acacia plantations under global uncertainties and envi
Deadline: 30 April 2026 The Global Symposium on Soil Compaction is inviting the submission of abstracts from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, industry representatives, and other stakeholders engaged in soil compaction and sustainable soil management for soil compaction mitigation. Abstracts should present the objectives, methodology, key results, and significance of the work, and must relate to one or more symposium themes. Submissions should be written in English and not exceed 3
Submission deadline: 31 July 2025 I. Background Rapid urbanization has occurred globally in recent decades. While urban forest parks provide key ecosystem services, such as microclimate regulation, air pollutant removal, biodiversity conservation, and outdoor recreation, knowledge gaps remain in their interactions with changing urban environments. This special issue aims to be a platform for the exchange of current knowledge and discussion on future research needs of urban forest parks for
Deadline: 7 July 2025 If you are a young leader who is devising meaningful strategies to build a more sustainable world, One Young World is looking to bring you to the next annual Summit. Apply to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich, Germany from 3 - 6 November via the flagship Leading Scholarship. I. About the Leading Scholarship Ensuring that the Summit is accessible to remarkable young leaders from almost every country in the world is pivotal to the missio
When: 17 September 2024 Where: Nairobi, Kenya, or online On 17 September, join Global Landscape Forum for a global conference to find out how Africa can navigate the future of three shifting landscapes: forests and savannas, drylands, and freshwater and oceans. In Nairobi, Kenya, or online from wherever you are, you’ll be joined by thousands of people gathered to forge a prosperous and sustainable future for Africa’s land- and seascapes, powered by local
Deadline: 30 November 2024 I. Background Work and employment generated in the forest sector play a vital role in improving livelihoods and the well-being of people, many of whom are in rural areas across the globe. The sector covers several classifications of economic activities such as forestry and logging, manufacturing of wood and products of wood, manufacturing of pulp, paper and products of paper, and further extends to agroforestry and mangrove forests. The characteristics of th
Deadline: 20 November 2024 Strategies for a Resilient Global Food System: Navigating the Intersection of Food Security and Global Shocks Conference Dates: March 10th - 13th 2025 Venue: Naivasha Country Hotel Ltd T/A Sawela Lodges, Kenya The IBMA 2025 organizers are pleased to call for abstracts for all conference tracks from any and all interested parties. I. Thematic Areas Theme 1: Managing Food Systems Initiatives for Safe, Nutritious and Affordable Diets amidst
Deadline: 9 August 2024 The Global Bioeconomy Summit (GBS) is a forum that fosters dialogue between widely different actors to promote sharing of best practices and to identify opportunities for global innovation and collaboration for a sustainable and circular bioeconomy. GBS2024 will take place from 23 – 24 October 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. This is to announce that the European Commission will provide a limited number of travel stipends for experts actively participating in the GBS2
Deadline: 15 August 2024 The Organising Committee of the International Advisory Council on Global Bioeconomy (IACGB) invites interested academic and research organisations, community projects, private sector companies, and industry leaders from all over the world to exhibit their cutting-edge innovative biologically based products and services at the Global Bioeconomy Summit 2024 (GBS2024) that will take place on 23-24 October 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. The theme of GBS2024 is “One Planet