Great student conference on conservation coming up next year, apply now to join!

SCCS Cambridge 2027@sccscambridge.bsky.social · 3w ago

📢 Apply now to SCCS 2027 🎉 The 26th Student Conference on Conservation Science will take place between 30 March – 1 April 2027 at the University of Cambridge. Check the website for further details and to apply: www.sccs-cam.org

Wildlife conservationists should never be at risk for protecting nature. We are deeply concerned by the detention of three conservationists in Iran. Conservationists around the world carry out essential work, often under dangerous circumstances. They need global solidarity & support, not detention.

Society for Conservation Biology@society4conbio.bsky.social · 4w ago

The halfway mark of ECCB ‘26 was opened by Marja Spierenburg, Leiden University (the Netherlands), and Research Fellow at Stellenbosch University, South Africa, who discussed the need for social scientists within conservation efforts: Day-to-day recap: eccb26leiden.eu/day-3-%e2%86...

Today at #ECCB2026: Prof. Marja Spierenburg discusses in her keynote presentation whether conservation is political: "Independence [of conservation scientists and practitioners] is crucial, but neutrality risks supporting the status quo, and reinforcing inequalities." @eccb26leiden.bsky.social

Curious to know who is behind building the scientific programme of ECCB’26? Meet the Chair of the Scientific Committee, Peter van Bodegom! Read Peter's interview: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi... #ECCB2026

In one week, Marja Spierenburg will deliver her keynote address at the European Congress of Conservation Biology in Leiden, the Netherlands Check out Spierenburg’s interview: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi... … or join us by securing your ticket: eccb26leiden.eu/registration/ #ECCB26

ECCB2026 has started and we have a great week of interesting programme ahead of us!

ECCB 2026@eccb26leiden.bsky.social · 4w ago

Day 1 of ECCB '26: We were honored to have several high-level speakers, including Frans Timmermans, Eric Mamer, Alessandra Zampieri, and Sanne Kruid, who opened the discussion on the challenges and opportunities of advancing biodiversity conservation. Highlights: eccb26leiden.eu/day-1-%e2%86...

@scbnordicchapter.bsky.social ; @scbeurope.bsky.social @eccb26leiden.bsky.social If you are at #ECCB2026 Leiden, and would like to join/learn about the SCB Nordic Chapter, join us for Chapter Meeting Thursday, July 9 at 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Room: DM.1.19. Free sandwich lunch for 1st 15 participants

This year’s ECCB will bring together policymakers and scientists to understand how effective conservation can be achieved. Read the interview of Mohammed Chahim, Dutch Member of the European Parliament (S&D), Policy speaker at ECCB ‘26, here: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi...

In one week, Professor Marja Spierenburg will deliver her keynote address at the European Congress of Conservation Biology @eccb26leiden.bsky.social in Leiden, the Netherlands! Check out the interview: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi...

📢 Join WildINTEL and BIG_PICTURE at ECCB 2026 in Leiden! Symposium: 7 July 2026 (14:30-18:00) 📸 Upscaling camera-trapping – integrating professional and citizen efforts for continental-scale monitoring of Essential Biodiversity Variables (EBVs) @scbeurope.bsky.social @eccb26leiden.bsky.social ‬

Who is shaping the scientific programme of #ECCB2026? Meet Peter van Bodegom, Chair of the Scientific Committee: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi... Peter has helped build a multidisciplinary programme that brings together the many aspects of conservation science: eccb26leiden.eu/programme/pr...

Do consider attending! Also if you are interested in systematic conservation planning, we are offering a pre-conference training course (free) 😃

Society for Conservation Biology - Europe@scbeurope.bsky.social · 2mo ago

⏳ Just 4 days left to register for ECCB2026! Join us in Leiden for Europe's leading conservation congress. The keynote speakers of the exciting opening ceremony will include Eric Mamer, Alessandra Zampieri, Frans Timmermans & Sanne Kruid. Register: eccb26leiden.eu/registration/

⏳ Just 4 days left to register for ECCB2026! Join us in Leiden for Europe's leading conservation congress. The keynote speakers of the exciting opening ceremony will include Eric Mamer, Alessandra Zampieri, Frans Timmermans & Sanne Kruid. Register: eccb26leiden.eu/registration/

SCB Europe's Art Award Call has been extended! Generate the wind of change with your piece of art and send us your painting or graphic work by June 14th! More information on ECCB2026/Art Award website: eccb26leiden.eu/programme/sc...

📣Regular and day tickets for ECCB 26 are available now! Berta Martín‑López is bringing a powerful, cross‑disciplinary voice to conservation conversations at ECCB 2026 as one of our keynote speakers. 🔍 Secure your spot with a regular ticket, or a day ticket now! eccb26leiden.eu/registration/

Secure your spot with a regular or a day ticket – now available! Join us 6-10 July 2026 in Leiden, The Netherlands, at the European Congress of Conservation Biology: eccb26leiden.eu/registration/ Read also the interview of one of the keynote speakers, Berta Martín‑López on the conference website!

SCB Europe's Art Award Call has been extended! Generate the wind of change with your piece of art and send us your painting or graphic work by June 14th! More information on ECCB2026/Art Award website: eccb26leiden.eu/programme/sc...

Happy birthday to Sir David Attenborough, whose life & voice have inspired generations to care for the living world. 🌍 On his 100th birthday, we celebrate his extraordinary legacy as he join the Natural Centenarians’ Club, alongside some of nature’s most remarkable wonders. Swipe to see more 👇

So honoured and grateful to SCB Europe for this award! Like biodiversity, science is built on connections 🌱 I'm especially grateful to my mentors Piero Visconti @martinjung.eu & to many amazing collaborators who have shaped my work - this is very much a shared achievement!

Society for Conservation Biology - Europe@scbeurope.bsky.social · 3mo ago

🎉 Congratulations to Dr Louise O'Connor, recipient of our Early Career Conservation Award 2026! Louise is recognized for advancing spatial conservation planning in Europe by integrating interaction networks, ecosystem services & policy to support biodiversity recovery under global change.

🎉 Congratulations to Dr Louise O'Connor, recipient of our Early Career Conservation Award 2026! Louise is recognized for advancing spatial conservation planning in Europe by integrating interaction networks, ecosystem services & policy to support biodiversity recovery under global change.

🚨 Final days for EARLY BIRD registration! Join researchers, policymakers & practitioners at the European Congress of Conservation Biology in Leiden, the Netherlands from 6th to 10th July. 🐝 Programme: eccb26leiden.eu/programme/de... 📷 Excursions & events: eccb26leiden.eu/programme/pr...

Abstract submissions open for the Conservation Social Science Conference hosted by @society4conbio.bsky.social SSWG 📅 Deadline: 8th May 2026 More info + submit: lnkd.in/eQXEkHzU Conference updates: lnkd.in/e-FaBYtU Email sswgprograms@gmail.com for questions! #ConSocSci #ConSocSci2026 #SSWG

Meet @helenkopnina.bsky.social from @northumbriauni.bsky.social, one of our keynote speakers at ECCB 2026! 🌿 🗞️ Read the full interview on our website Interview: eccb26leiden.eu/interview-wi... Want to find out more? ⏰ Early bird registration is open NOW: eccb26leiden.eu/registration/

Don't miss out on the opportunity to apply for the Early Career Award by March 30th ! We especially encourage nominations from conservationists from underrepresented backgrounds.

Society for Conservation Biology - Europe@scbeurope.bsky.social · 6mo ago

🏆 NOMINATE YOURSELF FOR OUR EARLY CAREER AWARD 2026 🏆 Conservationist within 6 years since latest degree & based in Europe/working on European ecosystems? Highlight your achievements in conservation research/practice/policy/education & apply by March 30th! www.scbeurope.org/en/early-car...

Only a few days left to the deadline of SCB Europe Early-Career Conservationist Award 2026! Apply now!

Society for Conservation Biology - Europe@scbeurope.bsky.social · 6mo ago

🏆 NOMINATE YOURSELF FOR OUR EARLY CAREER AWARD 2026 🏆 Conservationist within 6 years since latest degree & based in Europe/working on European ecosystems? Highlight your achievements in conservation research/practice/policy/education & apply by March 30th! www.scbeurope.org/en/early-car...

If you work with translocated, reintroduced, relocated or rehabilitated vertebrates - join Global Translocation Study - Individual, environmental and management drivers of home range formation and translocation success - please do survey by May 1, 2026, tinyurl.com/global-trans...

The SCB Africa Region is excited to announce the Call for Proposals for Symposia, Workshops, Training Courses, and Round Table Discussions for the 2026 Africa Congress for Conservation Biology, scheduled for August 31- September 4 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria. Get your submissions in by March 31st! 🌍🪸🦑🐘

@scbeurope.bsky.social - if you are SCB Member from a Nordic Country please join us at the Nordic Chapter

SCB Nordic Chapter @scbnordicchapter.bsky.social · 5mo ago

SCB Nordic Chapter's 2026 Annual Meeting will take place online on March 24, 12.00-13.00 (CET). Please email NordicChapter@conbio.org to receive the Zoom link. Hope to see you there (Photo: E. Orlikowska)

Make a lasting impact on SCB, give back to the conservation community + help advance the mission and goals of our conservation community by serving on the SCB Global Network Board! Open positions: Treasurer and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Justice Officer. conbio.informz.net/informzdatas...