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IoF International Conference<\/h3>\n\n\n

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Forestry plays a crucial role in maintaining the planet\u2019s ecological balance, enhancing biodiversity conservation, increasing carbon stocks, and the provisioning of ecosystem services. However, the growing demand for natural resources due to population growth and pressures for economic development is putting forests at risk of degradation and deforestation. It is therefore essential to adopt an appropriate approach that integrates conservation efforts with sustainable development practices to secure the future of forestry. This does not mean only protecting forest ecosystems but also ensuring the extraction of forest resources to maintain their regenerative capacities. Effective policies and management strategies must balance the ecological integrity of forests with the economic needs of local communities and the country.<\/span><\/p>

In addition, it is also essential to consider that forestry activities contribute to the well-being of human populations. This requires an inclusive approach that considers the social dimensions of forestry, including the rights and concerns of indigenous peoples and local communities. Participatory governance, equitable resource sharing, and the promotion of alternative livelihoods are key to ensuring that forestry practices uplift the livelihoods of forest-dependent communities and promote social equity. Therefore, forestry can serve as a model for sustainable resource management by aligning conservation goals with human development objectives that meet the needs of both present and future generations.<\/span><\/p>

In this context, the Institute of Forestry, Tribhuvan University – a leading institution of excellence in forestry education, research, and sustainable natural resources management in Nepal – is organizing an international conference to share knowledge generated by its graduates, faculties, alumni, partners, and experts. The conference is going to be organized on the occasion of the IoF Day, i.e., 29 to 31 Shrawan, 2083 (14 to 16 August, 2026).<\/span><\/p><\/span>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Conference Location and Important Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\nTribhuvan University
Institute of Forestry<\/div>
Office of the Dean<\/div>
Balkhu, Kathmandu<\/div>\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your Abstract before 15th of June 2026<\/mark>\n\n\n\n\nConfirmation on acceptance of the abstract via mail on 30th of June 2026<\/mark>\n\n\n\n\nMust be submitted before 30th of July 2026<\/mark> (Poster in the morning of 14th August, 2026)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Themes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n– Nursery management
Regeneration management
– Silvicultural operations
– Silviculture Systems
– Forest restoration
– Forest Protection
– Yield and growth Modelling
– Forest Inventory and monitoring
– Forest planning and operation
– Forest economics and valuation
– Multiple-use forest management
– Invasive species management
– Climate change mitigation
– Forest products utilization
\n\n\n\n\n– Protected area management
– Wildlife habitat management
– Wildlife ecology and behaviour
– Human-wildlife conflict
– Wildlife health
– Biodiversity monitoring and assessment
– Genetic diversity and conservation
– Eco-tourism
– Wildlife trade trafficking
– Conservation education and awareness
– Wildlife friendly infrastructure.\n\n\n\n\n-Transhumance
– Mountain environment<\/div>
– Treelines<\/div>
– Rangeland management and pastoralism
– Integrated watershed management
– Water-energy-food-ecosystem nexus
– Soil and water conservation
– Disaster risk reduction
– Climate change adaptation<\/div><\/div> – Climate change mitigation
-Loss and damage assessment\n\n\n\n\n– Forest-based enterprise
– Green infrastructure and development
– Forest product life-cycle assessment
– Payment for ecosystem services
– Natural capital and ecosystem services
-Green\/climate\/biodiversity financing
– Forest and livelihoods
– Forest and human well-being\n\n\n\n\n– Forest governance and institutional framework
– Inclusive policy and implementation
– Institutional capacity
– Policy innovation for social inclusion
– Gender equity and social inclusion
– Traditional knowledge on natural resource management
– Federalism and forestry\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Guideline for Abstract Submission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n

Use the online form available in the \u2018Submit Your Abstract\u2019 section of the website. Please make sure that the included details are correct. The organizers will not be responsible for any typos or errors made during the submission.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nAbstract must be limited to 250 words. Include a clear title and 4 to 5 keywords. Include the author\u2019s full name, institutional affiliation, and a short bio.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\nAbstract must be submitted in word (either .doc or .docx) format. Each abstract should be submitted separately in case of more than one submission by the same author(s).<\/span><\/span>\n\n\nAbstracts should be structured with the following information: Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\nAbstracts should be submitted in English language.<\/span><\/span>\n\n\nFile name of the abstract should be formatted as: Firstname_Lastname_Themeofabstract (e.g. Chris_Lynn_ForestPolicy)<\/span><\/span>\n\n\nAbstract must be submitted by 23:59, 15 June 2026 [Nepal Standard Time (UTC+05:45)]\n<\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Conference Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n

Registration is FREE !!<\/p>\n\n\n

Presentations from more than 250 participants.<\/p>\n\n\n

Accommodation facility for international and distant guests.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

Local transportation facility (within Kathmandu) available.<\/p>\n\n\n

IoF Alumni Meet.<\/p>\n\n\n

And, a Heritage Tour of Kathmandu Valley.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Conference starts in<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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