Reports by IAG Grant Holders – Southern African Association of Geomorphologists Conference (Oudtshoorn, South Africa, 15-18 July 2025)
The Southern African Association of Geomorphologists (SAAG) organised its Biennal Conference at the Klleinpaas Resort in Oudtshoorn (South Africa), on 15-18 July 2025. The IAG offered two Grants of 300€ each to help two Young Geomorphologists to attend this event. Congratulations to the two Grant Holders!
On the first day of the conference, Grant Holders were given the opportunity to participate in an “immersive” field trip in and around Oudtshoorn, in the Swartberg Mountains. Described as an “ideal setting” by Grant Holders, this moment “facilitated valuable exchanges” and in-depth discussions with their peers. The next two days were dedicated to oral presentations spread across 6 scientific sessions, and plenary talks. Both Grant Holders had the opportunity to present their work, and received “insightful feedback” on the content and methodology of their work, but also got advice on presentation skills. They both report that the scientific sessions were also an “excellent opportunity to network“. On the last day of the conference, participants also followed a workshop on building effective engagement strategies between local communities, policymakers and industries – in the scope of environmental development projects.
Find their full reports here: