Conference: Environmental Citizen Science in Conflict Zones

Join us for a dynamic, multidisciplinary event exploring the power of citizen-generated data and citizen science in monitoring the environment within conflict zones - focusing especially on Ukraine during and after the Russian full-scale invasion.

What to Expect

Diverse Perspectives

Engage with academic experts, civil society leaders, policymakers, and Ukrainian students as they share insights into the legal and social dimensions of participatory research in crisis contexts.

Key Sessions & Speakers:

• Platform for Action on the Green Recovery of Ukraine. Pier Carlo Sandei (UNEP)

• The Registry for Damage for Ukraine. Jan Ortgies (Head of Legal at RD4U, Council of Europe)
• Nature & Water Law Enforcement with Citizen Generated Data: before, during, and after the war. Dr. Ivan Rusev

Special Highlights:

• Ukrainian students will present their own Citizen Science projects.

Deep dives into:

• The potential and prospects of Citizen Science in conflict zones

• Legal trajectories and challenges

• Educational, participatory, and digital activities for environmental accountability

View the full program

Who Should Join?

Researchers & academics, Civil society & NGO representatives, Policymakers, Students & educators. Anyone passionate about environmental justice and citizen engagement. 

Registration

The conference is free of charge and open to all! 

• Register here to either attend in person or online. 
• Online participation is available to ensure inclusivity, especially for those affected by travel restrictions in Ukraine. You can join the conference online via this zoom link.