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International conference “Day of the Insects”
Where culture and care meet to shape new futures.
Without insects, humanity would only survive a few months (*). Restoring and protecting biodiversity requires a fundamental shift towards a real, sustainable connection between people and nature.
Day of the Insects 2026
brings science and society together during an inspiring conference day
is more than a conference. The event builds on existing initiatives, brings together people, organisations, companies and educational institutions, and turns insight into concrete action.
is aimed at everyone who is (semi-)professionally involved in biodiversity conservation and care for nature, or who actively integrates these themes into their field of study or work.
Which knowledge and insights can guide us? Which inspiring examples from Flanders show us the way?
Meet international and Belgian top experts on biodiversity, the state of insects, developments in Europe, and how to initiate change.
Take part in 9 parallel workshops on increasing m² of biodiverse green space and on the social, economic and spiritual embedding of biodiversity care.
(*) Edward O. Wilson, American entomologist (1929–2021)
An initiative by the Swiss organisation INSECT-RESPECT and the Leuven Nature and Biodiversity Council / Transition Working Group, with the support of Natuurpunt and the City of Leuven.