This conference highlights the remarkable achievements of the “Nurture Via Nature: Hong Kong Nature Connectedness and Outdoor Environmental Education” program. It is also Hong Kong’s first large-scale international conference centered on the themes of nature connectedness and environmental education. The event will bring together scholars and experts from around the world to foster a platform for exchange and collaboration. Together, we will explore the future of nature-based education, promote research on nature connectedness, and work toward mainstreaming outdoor environmental education—opening up new possibilities for enhancing social well-being and sustainable development.
Release of Hong Kong’s first baseline survey results on the “𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁” and “Outdoor Environmental Education in Primary Schools Across Hong Kong”
Notable Keynote Speakers: Renowned author Mr. Richard Louv, whose international bestseller “Last Child in the Woods” has shaped global conversations on nature education, and Professor Peter Higgins, a distinguished scholar in outdoor environmental and sustainability education.
Three thematic parallel sessions will be held concurrently, focusing on: “Outdoor Environmental Education in Schools”, “Research and Applications of Nature Connectedness” and “Cross-sectoral Collaborations for Mainstreaming Environmental Education”. Experts and scholars from around the globe will be sharing their insights and experiences in person.
Seven interactive workshops designed to explore and experience high-impact methods in environmental education.
Free admission on the first day of the conference! Attendees will also have the exclusive opportunity to register—at a special discounted rate of HK$100—for one of thirteen outdoor workshops hosted by professional organizations. These sessions offer participants a chance to immerse themselves in nature while exploring the exciting possibilities of environmental education.