The Mediterranean region faces interconnected challenges related to land degradation, water scarcity, and climate resilience. Addressing these issues requires systemic and cooperative solutions for sustainable land and water management.
On 11 November 2025, the SALAM-MED project will host an international event in Athens to present key findings, share lessons learned, and strengthen collaboration among researchers.
Main objectives:
- Showcase scalable and sustainable solutions for land and water management across the Mediterranean.
- Promote dialogue on Science Diplomacy as a tool for regional cooperation.
- Encourage intergenerational exchange and youth engagement through the NextGen4MED initiative.
- Build synergies with PRIMA-funded projects to support a shared Mediterranean research agenda.
Key themes:
- Nature-based solutions for land and water sustainability.
- Science–policy–society interface in the Mediterranean context.
- Youth leadership and intergenerational collaboration.
- Cross-border cooperation and science diplomacy.
- PRIMA networks and a common vision for future research and innovation.
The event will conclude with a Joint Statement summarizing insights and recommendations to strengthen Euro-Mediterranean cooperation on sustainable land and water management.
