Urban Forests for Sustainable Communities



















Urban Forests for Sustainable Communities



















Urban Forests for Sustainable Communities











Background

The National Urban Forestry Conference 2024 (NUFC 2024) is set to address the intersection of sustainable urban development and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, with a strong focus on urban forests and community-centric solutions. This event will spotlight crucial areas in managing urban forests, such as green space planning and management, the application of current technologies, arboriculture practices and their role in enhancing community green spaces, corporate social responsibility (CSR) aimed at community well-being, and the importance of integrating environmental education or eco-literacy within communities to foster sustainable living practices.

The NUFC 2024 will bring together a diverse group of thought leaders, including policymakers, academicians, researchers, industry innovators, and environmental advocates. Through keynote and plenary presentations and panel discussions, participants will have the opportunity to share and exchange innovative ideas and develop actionable strategies to address the complex challenges of urban sustainability within communities. The NUFC 2024 is a platform for participants to network, form partnerships, and leave inspired to contribute to the global movement towards more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive urban communities.

OBJECTIVES

  • To exchange information, ideas and updates on sustainable urban forests management.
  • To discuss issues and challenges, as well as innovative practices and strategies towards sustainable management of urban forests.
  • To establish networking opportunities among participants for possible collaboration.

TOPICS

The programme includes a keynote address, plenary papers, oral and poster presentations, and exhibitions. Various topics related to urban forests will be covered during the conference, including:


  • Policy, Governance, and Financing for Sustainable Urban Development
  • Urban Green Spaces Planning and Management
  • Arboriculture Practices for Urban Tree Management
  • Innovative Urban Forest Management for a Sustainable Future
  • Urban Biodiversity Conservation and Management
  • Urban Forests for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies
  • Environmental Education for Promoting Urban Environmental Awareness
  • Community Health and Well-being in Urban Environments
  • Community-led Urban Forest Development
  • Corporate Contributions to Urban Sustainability

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Policy makers, researchers, academicians, arborists, horticulturists, urban forest managers, urban planners, landscape architects, urban foresters, park managers, national advisory agency officers, sociologists, economists, funding agency officers, landscape and tree care contractors, NGOs, stakeholders, students, and those interested in urban forests and green spaces management.


IMPORTANT DEADLINES

Items Deadlines
Submission of abstract 1 September 2024
Registration of participation 1 October 2024
All payments 1 October 2024
Submission of full paper 10 October 2024

CALL FOR PAPERS

Participants interested in presenting oral or poster papers are invited to submit the abstract in soft copy. The abstract should be prepared as follows:

1.  Prepared in A4 size, typed single-spacing in Microsoft Word with a 2.5 cm margin on all sides, Times New Roman font

2. Title: 14 pt, bold, and in uppercase letters

3. Author's name(s): 11 pt, bold

4. Author's address(es): 11 pt; no abbreviation; if more than one author, please indicate the address of each author numerically in superscript. Include an email address for the corresponding author only.

5. Text of the abstract: 11 pt; no abbreviations; no references; one paragraph; not more than 500 words. Botanical names should be in italics. Use standard symbols for measurement and the International System (S.I.) for units.

A full paper must be prepared as per the above guideline. Reviewed full papers will be published in the conference's proceedings. The Organising Committee reserves the right to assign the papers for oral or poster presentations.

REGISTRATION FEES

Conference Participant

Categories By 30 August 2024 (Early Bird) After 30 August 2024 (Normal Rate)
Local MYR 800.00 MYR 900.00
Student MYR 500.00 MYR 600.00
International USD 400.00 USD 450.00


Collaborative Partners

(First come first served)

No Categories Rate (MYR) Benefits
1. *Merbau 5,000.00
  • A space for exhibition.
  • Two (2) persons are allowed to attend the conference/one (1) person attend the conference + a slot for an oral/poster presentation.
  • A Company Advertisement will be printed in the Conference Programme Book.
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    2. Chengal 4,000.00
  • A space for exhibition.
  • One (1) person is allowed to attend the conference.
  • A company promotion montage/video will be aired during tea breaks.
    •
    3. Belian 3,000.00
  • A space for exhibition.
  • One (1) person is allowed to attend the conference.
    •
    4. Meranti 1,000.00
  • A Company Advertisement will be printed in the Conference Programme Book.
    •
    *Eligible for the company's tax exemption in support of the Greening Malaysia Programme. Kindly contact nazarudin@frim.gov.my for further details.

    Payment

    All payments should be made either by cheque, local order, or Electronic Fund Transfer to CIMB Bank Berhad (AC no. 8002664924; Swift code: CIBBMYKL). Payments should be made payable to the Director General of FRIM. Kindly send the proof of payment to the secretariat.



    Accomodation

    The venue of the conference, Pulai Springs Resort, offers special room rates to participants as below:
    Type of rooms *Rate (MYR) Maximum number of occupants in each room
    1-Bedroom Suite (VIP) 350.00 nett 2 persons + 1 (below 11 years & without breakfast)
    Deluxe Suite (Twin bed) 200.00 nett 2 persons + 1 (below 11 years & without breakfast)
    1-Bedroom Suite 200.00 nett 2 persons + 1 (below 11 years & without breakfast)
    2-Bedroom Suite 430.00 nett 4 persons + 2 (below 11 years & without breakfast)
    3-Bedroom Suite 630.00 nett 6 persons + 2 (below 11 years & without breakfast)
    4-Bedroom Suite 800.00 nett 8 persons + 2 (below 11 years & without breakfast)
    *All prices are inclusive of service tax; payment should be made directly to the hotel upon check in

    Please contact Ms. Renee Rahman at +60167339096/+60123402246 or email klso1001@pulaisprings.com for room reservations.


    Post-conference Tour

    (First come first served for 40 pax)

    Mutiara Rini Urban Forest Park, Skudai tour will be organised on 24 October 2024.