Caribaea Initiative Research & Conservation Conference 2027

A key event for everyone involved in the study and conservation of Caribbean biodiversity, the Caribaea Initiative Research & Conservation Conference will take place from 15 to 17 June 2027 in Guadeloupe.

 

Held every two years, this international conference brings together researchers, students, experts, and conservation practitioners dedicated to studying and protecting the biodiversity of the insular Caribbean. It provides a valuable opportunity to present recent scientific advances, share knowledge and field experiences, and strengthen regional collaborations to address the conservation challenges facing Caribbean ecosystems.

The programme will feature plenary lectures, oral and poster presentations, as well as thematic symposia.

Programme

The detailed conference programme will be announced soon.

Plenary Speakers

We are pleased to announce the three plenary speakers for this edition:

  • Prof. Aileen Mill, Newcastle University, United Kingdom
  • Dr. Carla Rivera-Pérez, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
  • Mr. Maikel Cañizares Morera, Instituto de Ecología y Sistemática, Havana, Cuba

The titles and topics of their presentations will be announced soon.

Thematic Symposia

The conference will feature a symposium dedicated to invasive alien species and their impacts on Caribbean biodiversity. Further information about the thematic sessions will be announced soon.

Call for Abstracts

The Call for Abstracts is now open!

We invite everyone wishing to give an oral or poster presentation at the conference to submit their proposal (title and abstract) using the downloadable submission form available here. Presentations may address the study and conservation of wildlife and ecosystems in the insular Caribbean.

Please send the completed form to the following email address: conference2027@caribaea.org

The deadline for oral presentation submissions is 30 April 2027, while poster abstracts may be submitted until 31 May 2027. Submissions will be reviewed by our Scientific Committee, and authors will be notified of the decisions on a rolling basis.

Presentation Formats
  • Standard oral presentation: 20-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes of discussion
  • Short oral presentation: 12-minute presentation followed by 3 minutes of discussion
  • Poster: A0 format, portrait orientation only

Each participant may give only one oral presentation. However, participants may present multiple posters, with or without an oral presentation.

Acceptance of an abstract does not constitute registration for the conference. Authors whose abstracts have been accepted must also register to confirm their participation.

Registration & fees

Registration details and participation fees will be announced soon.

Certificates of attendance will be provided to all registered participants who attend the conference. Certificates of presentation will also be issued to participants presenting an oral communication or a poster.

Important dates

  • 1 December 2026 (tentative date) – Registration opens
  • 31 March 2027 – Early Bird registration deadline
  • 30 April 2027 – Deadline for oral presentation submissions
  • 31 May 2027 – Deadline for poster submissions

Practical information

Venue & Dates

The conference will take place from 15 to 17 June 2027 at La Créole Beach Hôtel, Guadeloupe.

Language

The conference will be held primarily in English.

Accommodation

Participants may stay directly at La Créole Beach Hôtel, where the conference will be held. Several other hotels are located nearby, within easy walking distance, including Karaïbes Hôtel, Le Salako, Canella Beach Hôtel, Arawak Beach Resort, and Mahogany Hôtel Résidence & Spa.

Assistance with Administrative Formalities

Participants requiring an invitation letter to facilitate their travel arrangements may contact us at conference2027@caribaea.org.

Information & Contact

For any questions regarding the conference, please contact us at conference2027@caribaea.org.