Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi To Host The 7th ASSELLMU Conference On Environmental Law In The Digital Age

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) is set to host the 7th Scientific Conference of the Association of Environmental Law Lecturers in the Middle East and North African Universities (ASSELLMU) from 9th to 10th February 2026. This event, themed "Environmental Law in the Digital Age," will examine how digital transformation and emerging technologies are influencing environmental law and policy in the MENA region.

The conference will be held for the first time in the UAE, offering a crucial platform for educators, researchers, and practitioners in environmental law and related fields. It aims to foster collaboration on enhancing legal education and promoting sustainable development. SUAD has invited submissions of abstracts that delve into how digital innovation intersects with environmental law.

Participants are encouraged to explore various themes such as teaching and practicing environmental law amid digital changes, integrating environmental considerations into business through technology, and regulating technological risks. The deadline for abstract submissions is 15th July 2025. Authors whose abstracts are selected will be informed by 15th September 2025.

Selected contributors will be asked to submit full drafts of their papers by 15th December 2025. These drafts will undergo revisions before being presented at the conference. There is also an opportunity for final papers to be published in a special journal issue or an edited volume, providing further academic exposure.

Dr. Beatriz Garcia, Associate Professor of Law, Economics, and Management at SUAD, expressed pride in hosting this significant event. She stated, "We are incredibly proud to host the 7th ASSELLMU Conference at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, marking its first edition in the UAE. This milestone reflects our commitment to advancing sustainability-focused legal education and highlights the importance of the region’s voice in shaping global environmental discourse."

Dr. Garcia emphasized that this conference will act as a forum for leading scholars and institutions to rethink the future of environmental law with both local relevance and global insight. The event underscores SUAD's dedication to fostering discussions that contribute to global environmental conversations.

The conference promises to be a pivotal moment for those involved in environmental law within the MENA region, providing opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange among experts from diverse backgrounds.

With inputs from WAM