Record-breaking numbers and prime factors were highlighted at the 12th edition of the World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC), which took place in Abu Dhabi from January 29 to February 2. Approximately 3000 delegates from 83 countries worldwide participated, alongside over 330 speakers who led more than 300 parallel sessions. Organized by the Permanent Secretariat of […]
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The future of humanity depends on enabling everybody’s capacity to learn
The Fifth Element programme of The Club of Rome and The World Environmental Education Congress are joining forces to collaborate on a new project, sparked by the 45th anniversary of the report No Limits to Learning. The collaboration will focus on the transformative and regenerative function of learning at its full potential. Overcoming the challenges […]
WEEC2024: a global gathering for sustainable solutions
The twelfth edition of the World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) kicks off in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The opening ceremony saw the participation of prominent figures, including H.E. Dr. Shaikha Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, UAE; H.H. Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of […]
Leveraging COP 28 consensus for inclusive socio-environmental transformation
Brazil and paths after COP 28 by Dra. Vanessa Sousa de Oliveira, Dr. Marcos Vinicius Campelo Junior Between November 30 and December 12, 2023, the 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The 195 participating […]
The programme of WEEC2024: everything you need to know
The 12th World Environmental Education Congress in Abu Dhabi, from January 29 to February 2, 2024 is about to be an incredibly meaningful and exciting experience for all Environmental Education enthusiasts attending. 5 days of presentations, discussions, learning and networking opportunities, educational field trips and much more: we are looking forward to meeting in the […]
The 12th WEEC’s legacy: a commitment to sustainability
The 12th World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) is unwavering in its commitment to sustainability, with the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) playing a central role in championing green practices. In the realm of sustainable event design, the WEEC adheres to ISO guidelines 20121:2012, incorporating practical strategies such as QR codes for menus, promotion of […]
Call for Papers: Kurdish Studies journal welcomes submissions for 2024 issue
The editorial team of Kurdish Studies journal is delighted to announce the Call for papers for the first issue of 2024. With ISSN 2051-4883, the journal invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners from diverse disciplines to contribute their original research, theoretical insights, and critical perspectives to enrich the field of Kurdish Studies. About the journal: Kurdish […]
Integrating artificial intelligence in global environmental education: insights from COP28 and prospects at WEEC12
The recent COP28 held in Dubai has raised concerns within the environmental education community due to the absence of the term “education” in the discussions and strategies outlined. It is crucial that the concept of education be meaningfully integrated into global climate strategies, and the opportunity to do so presents itself tangibly at the 12th […]
Job opportunity at UQAM: professor position in environmental education with a focus on youth, environment, and education
The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is pleased to announce the opening of a Professor position at the Department of didactics, specializing in environmental education, with a particular emphasis on “Youth, environment, education.” This opportunity aligns with the university’s commitment to renew its faculty and promote high-quality development across all areas of activity. The […]
Illuminating the green future: distinguished speakers at the 12th WEEC in Abu Dhabi
With the twelfth World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) set to take place in Abu Dhabi from January 29 to February 2, the world will have the opportunity to listen and learn from a cadre of visionary experts and leaders in the environmental field. The Congress, which is already open for registrations, will serve as a […]





