Teachers and educators: apply now for the EGU27 GIFT workshop! 22 October 2026 “Teaching geoscience today for tomorrow” will be the theme of the EGU27 Geosciences Information For Teachers (GIFT) workshop, providing support for teachers and educators leading geoscience education in schools or facilities in any subject (geology, geography, physics, biology, general science etc) to be held from 4-7 April 2025. Apply for your place by 27 November 2026. Read more
GeoCinema at EGU27 – submit your short film now 19 October 2026 After another successful year at the General Assembly, GeoCinema is back for EGU27! Submit your Earth, planetary or space science film and it could be screened on-site and virtually for the whole conference! Deadline for submission is 30 November 2026. Read more
Early Career Scientists step into the role of European policymakers at the first MEP4ECS event 21 September 2026 This summer the first ever Model European Parliament for Early Career Scientists (MEP4ECS) event took place in Brussels, involving Early Career Scientists from across Europe. Funded by EGU through the Special Activtiy Fund and organised by Fondazione ISSNOVA with the collaboration of Rotary Club Global ROOTS, the event gave participants the chance to learn about European policymaking on the theme of 'the role of science in supporting European climate change adaptation policy'. Read more about the experience here! Read more
EGU seeks a consultant to assist with the new 2027 mentoring programme. 17 September 2026 Do you have experience with mentoring, networking or career development initiatives? The EGU Outreach Committee is seeking a consultant to assist with the development and delivery of an online mentoring programme for our members, which will run in 2027. Submit your proposal by Friday 16 October 2026. Read more
Apply to be one of our Artists in Residence for EGU27! 16 September 2026 Once again the European Geosciences Union (EGU) will be opening our doors to host two artists at the annual General Assembly. Applications for the residency at EGU27, which is taking place in Vienna, Austria from 4 - 9 April 2027, are now open to interested science-artists. The deadline for applications is 28 October 2026. Read more
Congratulations to EGU’s 2026 Science Journalism Fellows! 15 September 2026 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is excited to announce this year’s Science Journalism Fellowship awardees: Sophie Fessl, Rebecca Wolfer, and Antonio Alonso Rodríguez. Read more
EGU peer support/mentoring training – register now! 7 September 2026 Are you an EGU member who wants to sharpen your mentorship skills - either as a novice seeking support or an experienced participant looking to provide it? Why not register to take part in our free mentoring training session, organised by the EGU Outreach Committee, to be held on Wednesday 28 October. Read more
EGU Outreach Committee looking for new members! 31 August 2026 EGU’s Outreach Committee, which focuses on public engagement activities, communication between scientists and students, and supporting the training and development of budding science communicators, is searching for three new members to help further its programme. Send in your applications by 28 September 2026. Read more
EGU's free 2026 autumn workshops in science communication, science for policy and Early Career development – apply now! 24 August 2026 Looking to enhance your skills in science communication, science for policy, outreach or career development as an Early Career Scientist? This autumn EGU is offering six free workshop series’ to help you to develop your skills and gain new understanding, but places are limited, so register for your preferred course today! Read more
EGU autumn elections 2026: call for candidates now open! 31 July 2026 The 2026 autumn elections for the next EGU Treasurer and Early Career Scientist (ECS) Union Representative will take place from 2 to 24 November 2026. EGU would like to invite you to propose a candidate to either of these vacancies by 8 September. All our members are welcome to propose a candidate, and you can even nominate yourself! Read more
