Islands are ahead: at the forefront and cutting edge of technological and policy innovation as well as at the frontline of economic, health, social, cultural, and environmental changes that are spreading across the globe.

The movement toward greater island sustainability requires the locally oriented and integrated study of diverse aspects of island life. Existing and nascent challenges related to health crises, climate and ocean change, economic uncertainty, fisheries decline, cultural transformation, threats to biodiversity, and rapid technological shifts simultaneously require local, island-based solutions and international networks of island learning and exchange. Yet the increasing attention being paid to islands and the increasing interconnectedness of islands and the rest of the world offers island societies new, global opportunities. Today more than ever, it is being asked: How can islands develop solutions that suit their own needs? How can tourism, the Blue economy, distinctive cultures, emerging technologies, and marine and terrestrial environments contribute to making islands stronger, more resilient, capable of providing global leadership without losing sight of local needs?

These and other issues will be discussed at the 19^th Islands of the World conference, held at the University of Mataram on the island of Lombok, Indonesia between the 25^th to 29^th of June, 2024. As the first Islands of the World conference to be held in Southeast Asia, located in the world’s largest archipelago, at the meeting point of two oceans, this conference represents an unprecedented coming together of peoples, ideas, cultures, and research traditions. It is a conference that honors the growing network of international island cooperation and relation.

The conference is open to attendees from both Indonesia and overseas. We are also seeking proposals for presentations on any and all aspects of island life. Proposals are especially encouraged that fall within the theme of ‘Islands and Resilience: Global Opportunities’. This conference theme is split into the following six subthemes:

1. Climate change and environment
2. Island governance
3. Blue economy
4. Island cultures
5. Island networks and digital ecosystems
6. Island and small state development

Abstracts of 150-200 words are now invited on any of the identified conference themes, identified above. These should be accompanied by the full name, institutional affiliation, and e-mails of the author/s. The Abstracts should be submitted before 20 January 2024. To submit an abstract, please follow the instructions here: https://ccmrsconference.ipb.ac.id/isisa-iwcix2024-important-dates/#abstract-submission

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About the Conference Location

Lombok is a culturally and environmentally rich island in the vast Southeast Asian archipelago. Ringed by islands large and small, possessing brilliant beaches, imposing cliffs, verdant forests, stunning mountain landscapes, vibrant villages, and bustling cities, Lombok is a place of fantastic diversity.

University of Mataram, founded in 1962, has become an important center for island research and exchange. During and after the conference, delegates will have the opportunity to explore the city of Mataram, the wider island, and outlying small islands, through a series of activities aimed at bringing the conference out into Lombok’s communities. On the 25^th of June and 29^th of June, there will be group excursions to Senggigi Coastal Village/Gili Bidara and Gili Gede respectively.

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Scientific Committee

Dr. Laurie Brinklow (Institute of Island Studies, University of Prince Edward Island, Canada)

Dr. Adam Grydehøj (South China University of Technology, China)

Dr. Anica Cuka (Department of Geography, University of Zadar, Croatia)

Dr. Yonvitner (Center for Coastal and Marine Resources Studies and Department of Aquatic Resources Management, IPB University, Indonesia)

Dr. Luky Adrianto (Center for Coastal and Marine Resources Studies and Department of Aquatic Resources Management, IPB University, Indonesia)

Dr. Ario Damar (Center for Coastal and Marine Resources Studies and Department of Aquatic Resources Management, IPB University, Indonesia)

Dr. Dietriech G. Bengen (Department of Marine Science and Technology, IPB University, Indonesia)

Dr. Eva Anggraini (Director of Global Connectivity, IPB University, Indonesia)

Dr. Sitti Hilyana (Study Program of Marine Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Dr. Aris Doyan (Study Program of Master of Natural Sciences Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Dr. Lalu Wirasapta Karyadi (Study Program of Sociology, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Saprizal Hadisaputra (Study Program of Chemistry Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Lalu Rudyat Telly Savalas (Study Program of Chemistry Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Livita Sumali (Archipelagic and Island States Forum)

Dr. Tomislav Oroz (Department of Ethnology and Anthropology, University of Zadar)

Dr. Sarah Nimführ (Institute of Fine Arts and Cultural Studies, University of Arts Linz, Austria)

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Organizing Committee

Dr. Fery Kurniawan (Center for Coastal and Marine Resources Studies and Department of Aquatic Resources Management, IPB University, Indonesia) – Co. CHAIR OF THE COMMITTEE

Mahardika Rizqi Himawan, M.Si (Study Program of Marine Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia) – Co. CHAIR OF THE COMMITTEE

Dr. Soraya Gigentika (Study Program of Marine Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia) – VICE-CHAIR OF THE COMMITTEE

Dr. Ahmad Junaidi (Study Program of English Language Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia) – SECRETARY OF THE COMMITTEE

Adhitya Nini Rizki Apriliana, M.H. (Study Program of Law, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Agung Setiawan, M.H (Study Program of Law, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Baiq Rika Ayu Febrilia, M.Si. (Study Program of Agribusiness, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Idiatul Fitri Danasari, M.Si (Study Program of Agribusiness, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Latifa Dinar Rahmani Hakim, M.Si (Study Program of Sociology, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Muhammad Azhar Kholidi, M.Ed (Study Program of English Language Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Ni Made Wirastika Sari, M.Si. (Study Program of Agribusiness, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Rangga Idris Affandi, M.P. (Study Program of Aquaculture, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Rika Andriati Sukma Dewi, MSi. (Study Program of Soil Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Sirwan Yazid Bustami, S.IP., M.A. (Study Program of International Relations, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Siska Ita Selvia, MURP (Study Program of Soil Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Sri Mulyawati, MM (Study Program of Agribusiness, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Srirahadita Pamungkas, M.T (Study Program of Soil Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Zuhdiyah Matienatul Iemaaniah, M.Sc (Study Program of Soil Science, University of Mataram, Indonesia)

Gerard Persoon (Leiden University, Netherlands)