EEASA Conference 2025: Cape Town Hosts a Gathering of Environmental Educators
CapeNature is a proud partner of the 43rd annual Environmental Education Association of Southern Africa (EEASA) Conference that will take place in Cape Town from 16-19 September 2025. This year’s theme:
“Celebrating and Reflecting the Successes in Education for SustainableDevelopment(ESD):BuildingonSuccessandShaping the Future of ESD”
The Local Organising Committee invites educators, researchers, policymakers, and conservationists to showcase achievements, share lessons learned, and explore ways to strengthen environmental education for a more sustainable future.
About EEASA
Founded in 1982, the Environmental Education Association of Southern Africa (EEASA) is a regional network dedicated to advancing education for sustainable development (ESD). Through conferences, publications, and professional collaboration, EEASA fosters knowledge-sharing and innovation to address environmental challenges in Southern Africa and beyond.
Why Attend EEASA 2025?
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Cape Town’s diverse natural landscapes,
EEASA 2025 will feature:
✔ Inspiring keynote speakers sharing insights on the past, present, and future of ESD.
✔ Engaging workshops and short paper presentations on sustainability education best practices.
✔ Field excursions exploring Cape Town’s unique biodiversity and cultural heritage.
✔ Opportunities to network and collaborate with fellow environmental education practitioners.
The Western Cape Environmental Education Forum (WCEEF) is actively involved in
shaping this year’s conference, ensuring a meaningful and impactful event.
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