Risk and Uncertainty in Societal Transformations

Date: 8-9 September 2025

Location: University of Luxembourg

In an era defined by unprecedented challenges and rapid societal transformations, understanding and addressing risk and uncertainty has never been more critical. This conference brings together thought leaders, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to explore how societies can navigate complex, interrelated risks while fostering resilience and sustainable development.

The interplay of global challenges—ranging from climate and energy crises to cyber threats, geopolitical shifts, and the sustainability of essential systems such as finance, agriculture, and space—demands innovative methodologies, interdisciplinary dialogue, and actionable solutions. By engaging with these pressing issues, we aim to deepen our understanding of the vulnerabilities and inequities that shape risk landscapes and co-create pathways for equitable and sustainable futures.

SRA Europe Benelux invites all contributions related to risk, e.g., risk analysis, risk management, risk governance, risk ethics, risk perception, and risk communication. We particularly welcome contributions that focus on risk perception in relation to societal transformations and technological innovation systems. Contributions from other domains are also welcome.

Relevant topics include, but are not limited to:

• Interplay of Poverty, Inequality, and Vulnerability to Risk                      
• Geopolitics                     
• Migration & Borders                           
• Climate and Energy Risks                           
• Risk methodologies and policy assessment                             
• Sustainable Finance                          
• Space Sustainability                          
• Cybersecurity and digital risks                    
• Food and Agriculture: Navigating Risks for a Sustainable Future
• Resilience and sustainability transformation                   

Abstract submission

Abstracts (max. 500 words or 1 page, single spaced, 12 pt, Times New Roman) and queries can be submitted to [email protected]

Dates

Abstract submission deadline: 31st May 2025
Notification of acceptance: 20th June 2025
Abstract submission deadline for posters: 18th July 2025
Notification of acceptance of posters: 31st July 2025
Registration deadline for presenters in parallel sessions: 8th August 2025
Registration deadline for all who participants (including poster presenters): 22nd August 2025

Details on registration, programme, panellists and keynotes to follow shortly.

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