Island Arks Symposium IX
Ridge to Reef: Sustaining Biodiversity, Culture and Connection
30 November - 2 December 2026 - Norfolk Island
Norfolk Island National Park, together with the Norfolk Island Flora & Fauna Society and the Australian Island Alliance, is honoured to host the Island Arks Symposium IX on Norfolk Island.
The Island Arks Symposia are held biennially to foster collaboration among practitioners and custodians dedicated to protecting island ecosystems across Australia and beyond. They bring together land managers, scientists, First Nations Peoples, and policymakers to discuss, deliberate, and shape responses to critical issues affecting conservation and sustainable development. Through open knowledge exchange and partnership building, the symposia strengthen networks, build shared strategies, and drive tangible conservation outcomes across island landscapes.
SYMPOSIUM THEME
Our theme, Ridge to Reef: Sustaining Biodiversity, Culture and Connection, was chosen to highlight the interconnectedness between nature, culture, and ensuring their persistence through sustainable connection between island marine and terrestrial environments both culturally and ecologically.
Islands have a shared unique context, with their geographic isolation, relatively high species endemism, and a strong sense of community connection, cultural identity, and environmental stewardship. Supporting island land managers to share knowledge and build partnerships will help advance holistic conservation approaches that integrate culture and community.
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