Writing for the Earth Project

Join us for an inspiring event at Ulster University, York Street, Belfast, UK, where we will come together to explore the power of writing, marine biology, environmental sciences, media, art and geography in fostering action and empathy for our beloved planet. This in-person conference will bring together renowned writers, environmental activists, and passionate individuals like you, who are eager to make a difference.

It is the aim of our conference to facilitate the intersection of cutting-edge literary and scientific research into the Anthropocene, the Climate Crisis, Climate Change, sustainability, and much more. 'Action' and 'Empathy' are not polar opposites, suggesting that the sciences can harness empathy to inform strategies for promoting biodiversity, safeguarding vulnerable elements of nature, and potentially devising approaches to counteract environmental devastation.

In addition to thought-provoking in-person and prerecorded 15-minute paper presentations, there will be a live interdisciplinary table talk on the issues of decolonisation, land-rights, and the exploitation of resources.

The event will wrap up with talk on "The Demons We Will Become: Forecasting Human-Induced Climate Change and Catastrophe in an Indigenous Indian Myth" by our keynote speaker, Dr Radhika Borde from the School of Geography, University of Leeds.

Lastly, this eventful day will conclude with a drinks reception, affording you the opportunity to socialise and exchange ideas with individuals who share similar interests.

For those unable to attend in person, we still warmly welcome your participation! The event will be streamed in real-time on the day, with the link becoming accessible on our Twitter on the day.