The ISE Congress 2026 will be held in Cairns, Queensland, Australia!
– 26 to 29 July, 2026 –
The International Society of Ethnobiology (ISE), founded in 1988, is a global network focused on preserving the links between human societies and the natural world. It provides a unique platform for participants to share research and initiatives from diverse disciplines related to human-nature relationships.
The theme of the ISE Congress 2026 is
“Indigenous Knowledge Connections:
Honouring Heritage, Shaping the Future”
The 19th International Society of Ethnobiology (ISE) Congress invites academics, activists, practitioners, and visionaries from all over the world to explore the theme of “Indigenous Knowledge Connections: Honouring Heritage, Shaping the Future””
Hosted by the International Society of Ethnobiology in partnership with the Ecological Society of Australia.
Key Dates
The ISE Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics of the International Society of Ethnobiology (ISE) reflects the vision of the Society and provides a framework for decision-making and conduct for ethnobiological research and related activities.
Read moreThe Declaration of Belém
The Declaration of Belém, which outlined explicitly the responsibilities of scientists and environmentalists in addressing the needs of local communities and acknowledged the central role of indigenous peoples in all aspects of global planning.
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