About Gobeshona Global Conference 5

The fifth annual Gobeshona Global Conference (GGC5), organized by the International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD), will be held virtually from the 26th to the 30th of April 2025.

The conference continues its focus on Locally-Led Adaptation (LLA) and resilience, bringing together local, regional and international researchers, scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to support and amplify the creativity and leadership of local communities addressing climate change on the frontlines.

The conference also places strong emphasis on improving the quality and actionability of research—encouraging sessions that aim to connect research to real-world impacts through peer learning and practical feedback.

This five-day-long virtual event will run 24 hours each day across global time zones and feature a variety of session formats including panels, participatory discussions, and networking events, creating space for diverse voices and impactful collaboration.

🧭Conference & Aim

Following the success of the previous four editions, Gobeshona Global Conference 5 aims to foster learning, dialogue, and collaboration around the Principles for Locally-Led Adaptation (LLA).

Many organizations and governments have already endorsed these principles—GGC5 offers a platform to showcase progress, share experiences, and exchange learning on how LLA is being put into practice and monitored across the globe.

We welcome researchers, practitioners, governments, youth groups, local leaders, and communities to participate in this important global dialogue, helping shape the narrative on how to scale and strengthen adaptation from the ground up.

This year’s conference will serve as a collective learning journey and contribute toward building a more connected, resilient, and climate-just world.

📝How to participate?

Participation in the Gobeshona Global Conference is completely free of cost!
However, since spaces are limited, we encourage everyone to register early to secure their spot.

🔗 Register to Participate 

Once registered, participants will receive confirmation via email along with access to the conference platform, where all sessions and networking opportunities will be hosted.

You are welcome to join from anywhere in the world, at any time during the 5 days, and attend as many sessions as you’d like!

🌐Location and Format (Fully virtual)

GGC5 will be hosted fully online through Zoom and Whova, providing the opportunity for greater inclusivity, reduced travel emissions, and expanded participation across regions.

This virtual format will enable us to host sessions across time zones for 24 hours a day from 26 to 30 April 2025, allowing everyone—from Asia to the Americas—to be part of the conversation.

We encourage and welcome all Climate enthusiasts to attend the Conference!!!

 

🎯Conference Objectives

• Share actionable research on adaptation and resilience
• Monitor progress on implementing the 8 Principles of Locally-Led Adaptation
• Enable cross-regional knowledge sharing and collaboration
• Center voices from vulnerable communities, youth, and Indigenous leaders
• Promote practical solutions and tools to drive inclusive climate action

The conference will feature:

• Thematic Webinars
• Organizational Sessions
• Networking & Participatory Events
• Dialogue Spaces for Peer Learning

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🎯Join the Movement

The Gobeshona Global Conference has grown into a thriving platform for climate knowledge exchange, grounded in equity, inclusion, and real-world solutions. Be a part of GGC5 and contribute to building stronger adaptation systems for our shared future.

👉 Don’t forget to register and share the links with your networks!

📩 For queries or partnership opportunities: gobeshona.bd@gmail.com