Call for Workshop Proposals

We invite proposals for workshops at the 17th Student Conference on Conservation Science – Bengaluru (SCCS-Bng), to be held from 28 September to 01 October 2026.

Workshops are a core component of SCCS-Bng, offering participants the opportunity to engage with emerging ideas, tools, and approaches in conservation science and practice.

What We Are Looking For

We encourage proposals that:

• Introduce new concepts or perspectives
• Build practical research or field-based skills
• Engage with interdisciplinary themes in conservation

Workshops may be led by researchers, practitioners, educators, and professionals from conservation and allied sectors.

Workshop Formats

Applicants may choose one of the following formats:

• Short Workshop: Duration up to 2 hours
• Long Workshop: Duration up to 6 hours

Session Design

Workshops can be designed in a format best suited to the content and audience, including:

• Interactive sessions
• Hands-on training
• Technical skill-building
• Discussion-based or participatory formats

We strongly encourage sessions that actively engage participants and provide clear learning outcomes.

How to Apply

Please submit your workshop proposal using the link below:

https://forms.gle/swcJN2pDbqU8DS6JA

Key Notes

• Proposals will be reviewed based on relevance, clarity, feasibility, and participant engagement
• Due to limited slots, only a small number of workshops will be selected
• Selected workshops will be integrated into the conference programme
• Further logistical details will be shared with selected facilitators

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can apply?

Researchers, practitioners, educators, and professionals in conservation and related fields. Applicants at all career stages are welcome.

What kind of workshops are you looking for?

Workshops that build practical skills, introduce new tools or ideas, or explore interdisciplinary approaches in conservation.

What formats are available?

Short Workshop: Up to 2 hours
Long Workshop: Up to 6 hours

What format should my session follow?

Interactive, hands-on, technical, or discussion-based formats are all welcome. Participant engagement is strongly encouraged.

Can I submit more than one proposal?

Yes.

Can workshops be conducted by a team?

Yes. Co-led workshops are welcome. Please specify all facilitators in your proposal.

Will facilitators receive financial support?

SCCS Bengaluru will cover travel, registration, and accommodation costs for two resource persons per workshop.

Do facilitators need to register for the conference?

SCCS Bengaluru 2026 will support up to two facilitators per workshop, and these facilitators are not required to register for the conference. Any additional facilitators beyond this will be requested to register.

What resources will be provided?

Basic logistical support (venue space and standard AV equipment) will be provided. Any additional requirements should be clearly mentioned in your proposal.

How will proposals be evaluated?

Based on:

• Relevance to conservation science and practice
• Clarity and structure
• Feasibility within the chosen format
• Potential for participant engagement

When will I hear back?

Applicants will be notified after the review process. Timelines will be updated on the website.

Can I edit my proposal after submission?

No. For any critical changes, please contact the organising team.

Are virtual workshops allowed?

Workshops are expected to be conducted in person unless stated otherwise.