The Alliance @ The 12th World Conference of Science Journalists 2023

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT will be present at the 12th World Conference of Science Journalists, taking place from 27 to 31 March 2023, at the Botanical Gardens in Medellín, Colombia.

About The Conference

Every two years, the World Federation of Science Journalist organizes the World Conference of Science Journalists, providing a platform to connect with peers, share knowledge and experiences, and enhance professional development.

As the largest international event dedicated to advancing science communication, the conference represents a unique opportunity to stay up-to-date on the latest progresses in the field, while also fostering connections and collaborations with fellow professionals from around the world. 

The WCSJ 2023 will offer a diverse program of keynote speeches, plenaries, parallel sessions and workshops, covering a range of topics such as health, climate change, biodiversity, and technology among others.

Our Activities

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT will participate in the conference with a series of activities:

Stand
When? For the entire duration of the congress
Where? Botanical Gardens, Medellín

Symposium
“Roots of Sustainability: Exploring Livestock Production and Seed Conservation”, with scientists Marcela Santaella and Jacobo Arango
When? March 29, at 12:30 pm
Where? Botanical Gardens, Medellín
Free Lunch

Talk
“Challenges for food security in the face of risks of global catastrophes”, with Jenny Wiegel, scientist, Alliance
When? 30 March, at 3:45 pm (here is the schedule)
Where? Botanical Gardens, Medellín

Campus visit
Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT
Who? Journalists registred with the congress
and who signed in for the tour here
When? March 31
Where? Palmira (425 Km South from Medellín)
Duration? 8-9 hours

The program of the visit to the Palmira campus. Register here 

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with science journalists and communicators from around the world. Join the Alliance at the 12th WCSJ 2023!