GeoLog

Questions about accessibility at EGU26? Useful resources for parents, disabled attendees and more!

Hazel Gibson April 10, 2026

The annual EGU General Assembly is a wonderful chance to gather together with friends and colleagues to discuss recent scientific work, plan new projects and develop your career, but a scientific meeting, especially one the size and length of time of the General Assembly is not an equally accessible experience for everyone. With this in mind over the years EGU have developed a range of resources a ...[Read More]

The Neurodivergent Guide to the EGU General Assembly: Tips and tricks to improve your experience

EGU Neurodiversity Network April 8, 2026

What is neurodiversity? Neurodiversity is the concept that individuals experience the world, process information, function and communicate in diverse ways; there is no ‘default’ way of thinking. As a framework it supports the self-advocacy of people who face obstacles due to their needs not being considered in the design of environments and systems. Such individuals think and experienc ...[Read More]

How to make your EGU26 presentation accessible!

Hazel Gibson April 6, 2026

Most people spend a lot of time and effort making their presentation engaging and impactful, but how much time do you spend making sure it is accessible!? An accessible presentation takes into account the diverse backgrounds and abilities of the audience, to support a better understanding of the message and information you are trying to share. This is particularly important for scientific research ...[Read More]

GeoPolicy: Response to the new European climate resilience framework

EGU Climate Hazard and Risk Task Force April 3, 2026

Climate change is having a profound impact on the planet. According to several reports, 2023 was the warmest year on record, with the global average temperature over the 12-month period from February 2023 to January 2024 exceeding the 1.5 °C threshold above pre-industrial levels. Climate change acts as a risk multiplier, as its impacts transcend national borders and amplify existing threats and cr ...[Read More]