Events

World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on 2 February to raise awareness about wetlands. This day also marks the anniversary of the Convention on Wetlands, which was adopted as an international treaty in 1971.

A Spotlight event in partnership with the Energy Institute, featuring a panel of early-career professionals sharing their journeys and how the Institute supports career development.

Human fraternity for peace and cooperation emphasizes that people of all religions and beliefs share common human values, and that dialogue among them is essential for mutual understanding, tolerance, and lasting peace. By promoting education, cultural awareness, and interreligious and intercultural dialogue, societies can reduce discrimination, respect diversity, and strengthen social stability. Rooted in the […]

Young people from across Belfast will gather to explore issues of environmental care and community stewardship of earth’s resources. Working in mixed groups, participants will have opportunities to discuss both the beauty and brokenness of our city and consider realistic steps that can be taken to address the challenges it faces.

Building on the success of the International Year of Pulses (IYP) in 2016 implemented by FAO and recognizing the potential of pulses to further achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) designated 10 February as World Pulses Day (WPD).

To raise awareness about the Arabian leopard, the United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed February 10 as the International Day of the Arabian Leopard in resolution 77/295. Classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, the rapid disappearance of the Arabian leopard represents a major setback for biodiversity conservation in its native region, underscoring […]

Gerry McGovern launches his new book in discussion with Fidelma O’Kane, campaigner with Save Our Sperrins and Declan Owens, a lawyer with Ecojustice Ireland. Chaired by Professor John Barry. Register here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/qubseca/t-ldnmoyg

Lots of events – all the info here: https://nisciencefestival.com/

A significant gender gap has persisted throughout the years at all levels of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines all over the world. Even though women have made tremendous progress towards increasing their participation in higher education, they are still under-represented in these fields.