Flood Knowledge Summit 2022
On 7-8 July, the United Nations University in collaboration with other regional partners will host the Flood Knowledge Summit 2022 in Maastricht (NL)
The Flood Knowledge Summit 2022 (FKS 2022) will connect different actors, including affected citizens, first responders, authorities, researchers, and civil society, with the aim of sharing experiences, engaging into dialogue, and facilitating lesson learning. Please indicate your interest in attending FKS 2022 (in-person or online) before Wednesday 22 June 2022 at the following registration link.
Floods are a common environmental hazard, causing loss of lives, economic losses, and livelihood impacts around the globe. Recent flood events (including those in Europe in 2021) have revealed significant gaps in:
Cross-border and multi-level governance of climate risks and resilience.
In order to meet these challenges and build societal climate resilience, increased collaboration and exchange of experiences as well as innovative solutions are urgently needed. The Flood Knowledge Summit 2022 is the first summit to address these gaps through a multi-stakeholder approach. It will take place from 7 to 8 July 2022 as a hybrid event at UNU-MERIT in Maastricht, the Netherlands, with pre-events targeting youth on the days before the summit.
FKS 2022 will comprise of keynotes, panel discussions, presentation sessions, poster exhibitions, and open spaces. Pre-events dedicated to youth engagement on climate resilience are also part of the programme. A preliminary programme is available here.
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