We are pleased to invite you to a two-day event dedicated to exploring the relationship between universities and society.
Programme Overview:
2nd July - Scientific Conference A day of presentations and discussions focused on research, innovation, and best practices in university-society collaboration.
Deadline to submit the abstract: 30th March 2026.
3rd July - Practical Workshops Interactive sessions designed to share tools, experiences, and strategies for meaningful engagement and impact. Deadline to submit the proposal for 90-minute workshop: 30th March 2026.
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The event brings together academics, students, professionals, and community representatives who are passionate about strengthening the role of higher education in addressing societal challenges.
Registration and Information:
Participation is free, but registration is required.
More details and registration.
Abstract instructions:
Participants are invited to submit an abstract for presentation at the University and Society: Creating Value through Engagement conference.
Submission requirements:
- Language: English
- Length: up to 300 words
- Format: Word document (.docx) or PDF
- Font: Montserrat, size 12, single spacing
- Title: bold, centered
- Author(s): full name(s), affiliation(s), and email address of the corresponding author
- Keywords: up to 5 keywords
- Notification of acceptance: authors will be notified by 01st May 2026.
Workshop instructions:
Participants are invited to submit proposals for 90-minute workshops as part of the University and Society: Creating Value through Engagement event.
Submission requirements:
- Language: English
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Format: interactive session (discussion, group work, demonstrations, etc.)
- Proposal length: up to 400 words
- In the application please include: Workshop title, Name(s) and affiliation(s) of facilitator(s)
- Contact email, short description of the workshop aims, methods, and expected outcomes and target audience and maximum number of participants.
- Notification of acceptance: facilitators will be notified by 1st May 2026.
