Registration Open - 2026 People and Nature Symposium

[Blake Simmons]

Hi all,

Registration is now open for People and Nature: A Symposium on Conservation Social Science! Due to high demand, we have extended the symposium to a full two days filled with speed talks, regular talks, posters, workshops and social events. Capacity is limited to 100 attendees, and tickets are going quickly. The last day to register (or join the waitlist) is December 10th. Register here.

Please spread the word to colleagues who may be interested in attending. More information about the symposium is below, or you can visit the symposium webpage.

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As the socio-political landscape in the U.S. continues to rapidly evolve, many conservation social scientists across academic, industry, and government sectors are struggling to navigate this sea of change, particularly in the state of Florida. This is why we are announcing a new symposium dedicated to researchers working in the human dimensions of natural resources in Florida! 

The People and Nature Symposium will take place in Gainesville, Florida, February 10-11, 2026. Organized by social scientists from the University of Florida (UF/IFAS), Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Tampa Bay Estuary Program (TBEP), and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this symposium will bring together researchers across the state to showcase social science work happening in our region, build new connections and partnerships, and maybe even have a little fun in these challenging times.

Visit the symposium webpage to learn more about the symposium's vision, program agenda, accomodation, and registration details.

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Cheers,

Blake 

Blake A. Simmons, PhD

Environmental Social Scientist

Tampa Bay Estuary Program

263 13th Ave S, Suite 350 | St. Petersburg, FL 33701

P: (727) 893-2765 | E: bsim...@tbep.org