Australian Citizen Science Association: CitSciOz25

CitSciOz25 will feature an engaging program of thought-leaders and change-makers whose insights and experiences will inspire conversations around the conference’s central theme “A Catalyst for Change”.

The Australian Citizen Science Association (ACSA) is thrilled to announce our fifth biennial conference to be held in Melbourne, October 13-15, 2025. Our theme “A Catalyst for Change” celebrates the impact of citizen science in addressing many of our most pressing challenges across climate, environment, health, education, sciences and humanities. The conference aims to engage diverse audiences, from practitioners and policy makers to researchers and educators throughout Australia and beyond.

Featuring:

• Six Keynote speakers
• Themed talks: 15-minute presentations (including Q&A) grouped with similar topics in concurrent sessions.
• Ignite talks: Brief 5-minute presentations delivered in speed sessions with a group discussion at the end of each session.
• Panel sessions: 60-minute discussions where you can lead a conversation on important topics with invited speakers.
• Workshops and Community forums: Interactive 2-hour sessions designed to spark conversation, share ideas and encourage collaboration.
• Posters: Visual presentations displayed during the conference with dedicated time for conversations with attendees.