Since 2016, we have organised the "Caribaea Initiative Research & Conservation Conference" where students, scientists and managers working on the fauna of the Caribbean islands can meet.

This annual meeting is the only one of its kind in the Caribbean islands, the conference is gaining in renown as a forum for exchange and discussion around a shared vision for preservation of animal biodiversity in the Antilles and where the capacity for local expertise is further strengthened. Every year the scientific programme includes several sessions addressing various aspects of the study and conservation of Caribbean fauna, and mini-symposia on a particular topic.

Every year, the Dawn AT Phillip award is attributed to the best student talk. Winners of previous years: Rachel Batista-Alvarez (2018); Christopher Cambrone (2019).