Conference Introduction Rural communities play an important role in global ecosystems. They are the source of food, the stewards of natural landscapes, and the keepers of cultural traditions passed down through generations. However, in today’s rapidly changing world, these communities face growing challenges—from climate change and limited access to education and healthcare–to economic inequality and the need for sustainable livelihoods. The 17th International Conference on Environmental and Rural Development (ICERD) embraces this reality and looks forward to hope and purpose. Under the theme “Transforming Rural Communities Through Solution-Driven Science and Digitalization for Livelihood Security,” the conference focuses on how innovation and collaboration can bring meaningful change to rural areas. This … Continue reading The 17th International Conference on Environmental and Rural Development (17th ICERD) At the Royal University of Agriculture, Phnom Penh, Cambodia 26-29 March, 2026