Wednesday, December 14, 2022

International Urban Wildlife Conference 2023 - Washington, D.C.

We are excited to announce the International Urban Wildlife Conference taking place June 3-7, 2023 in Washington DC. We welcome urban planners, researchers, city and county staff, students, educators, biologists, and ecologists of all backgrounds from across the globe to highlight research, case studies, policy initiatives, thought exercises, and discussions related to wildlife and natural resources in urban environments.

The theme for the 2023 International Urban Wildlife Conference is "Tell Your Story! Communicating our science with the public, the media, and policymakers while promoting inclusivity." Urban Wildlife practitioners and researchers are especially attuned to the importance of communicating our science, our issues, and the need for action. We will explore these themes and many others.

In addition to these topics, the TWS Urban Wildlife Working Group welcomes submissions on any urban wildlife subject, which may include, but are not limited to:
  • Human Dimensions in Urban Systems
  • Urban Ecology & Evolution
  • Wildlife and Natural Resource Education
  • Human/Wildlife Conflict Management
  • Urban Policy and Planning Related to Wildlife and Natural Resources
  • Wildlife Disease
  • Urban Wildlife Management
  • Citizen Science

Abstract Submission Types
We are pleased to offer flexible options for presenters!
  • Oral presentations
  • Posters
  • Organized Symposia (2 hour, 4 hour, 8 hour with flexibility for panel discussions)
  • Workshops
We especially welcome organized sessions and workshops. Please use the abstract submission link below to submit your brief proposals including an abstract (<500 words) and list of speakers and titles.

Abstract Submission: http://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/35e8399c-d0d7-4812-9177-42d459ccee31

Student, Early Career Professional, and International Travel Grant Applications: http://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/230c6026-65c8-4f96-b0cf-21460d207af4