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Science-Policy Summer School: “Science and Policy for Environmental Action”

This program brings together early-career researchers (PhD candidates and postdocs), policy professionals, and practitioners to develop practical skills in knowledge brokering, science-policy collaborations, and global policy engagement. Participants will gain hands-on experience and guidance from 20+ experts from Geneva and beyond.

University of Geneva
University of Geneva
University of Geneva

The summer school includes five practical modules:

  • Module 1: Global environmental governance - understanding decision-making, power dynamics and the role of expertise
  • Module 2: Knowledge integration - practical skills to translate knowledge in support of policymaking
  • Module 3: Collaboration and co-production - the art of building trust and connection across the science-policy boundaries
  • Module 4: Communication and advocacy
  • Module 5: Leadership and career paths at the interface

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Apply before 15 April 2026
Languages: English