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Hamad Bin Khalifa University

5th MENA Environmental Law and Policy Scholars Conference

Join us at the 5th MENA Environmental Law and Policy Scholars Conference, hosted by the Association of Environmental Law Lecturers in Middle East and North African Universities (ASSELLMU) and the College of Law, Sohar University.

Conference Overview

This conference, sponsored by the United Nations Environment Programme, SADER Legal Publishing, and in technical collaboration with the Rule of Law Programme Middle East & North Africa, Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung e.V, and the UNESCO Chair on Environmental Law at Hamad bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar, marks the continuation of our successful series. Previous conferences were held in Doha (Qatar) in November 2018, Settat (Morocco) in November 2019, Doha (Qatar) in November 2021, and Aman (Jordan) in February 2023.

The primary objective of the conference is to bring together environmental educators, university teachers, trainers, and practitioners to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and insights. The focus is on strengthening environmental law education and practice in the Middle East and North Africa region. This event serves as a platform for sharing information on essential resources, skills, approaches, and methodologies crucial for equipping students and future environmental administrators with the necessary legal and governance skills to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in their respective spheres.

Recognizing the significance of sustainable development in the MENA region, the plenary session and workshops will provide a valuable opportunity to share information and best practices on the role of environmental law in accelerating progress towards SDGs. The program covers national, regional, and international law aspects across four main substantive topics:

  • International Environmental Law and the SDGs: The conference explores key multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) that can expedite SDGs in the MENA region, focusing on green growth, circular economy, renewable energy development, green investment and trade, green financing, and climate-smart infrastructure development.
  • Domestic and Regional Approaches: The conference examines the latest developments in the adoption of environment, social, and governance (ESG) standards and multistakeholder approaches across the region. It also discusses applicable legislation, institutions, and key legal innovations related to SDG financing and implementation.
  • Environmental Law Education for SDG Implementation: The conference delves into the role of environmental law education, research institutes, and chairs in advancing SDG implementation in the MENA region. It discusses innovative educational techniques, legal tools, best practices, interdisciplinary research, resources, and simulation models enhancing legal and institutional capacity.
  • Practical Application: The conference identifies current capacity development gaps and needs of environmental law agencies and ministries in the region, and it explores strategies to address them.

We look forward to your active participation and the valuable contributions you will bring to the conference discussions. Let's work together towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious future in the MENA region.

Contact information: unescochair@hbku.edu.qa