GfGD is delighted to announce a new research partnership, supporting MSc candidate Brenda Wagaba from Uganda studying at Cranfield University (UK).

At the start of 2021, the core GfGD team has expanded as we grow and develop.

The GfGD Network for Professionals launched in March, which benefited from a diverse and inclusive virtual format. Participants agreed on the need to interact with NGOs and governments.

The first in a four-part series for 2021, bringing together professional geoscientists passionate about delivering the UN SDGs.

To help deliver our current strategy and prepare for the launch of a new strategy in 2022, we are looking to grow our team of volunteers (www.gfgd.org/team). All roles are voluntary. Apply by by 9pm (GMT) on 28 January 2021.

Our mission is to champion the role of geology in sustainable development, and to mobilise and equip the geology community to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

To achieve this mission, for our science to thrive, and to serve society effectively we need a diverse and inclusive geoscience community, free of all forms of discrimination and abuse (including racism).

As we enter a new academic year, we welcome new University Group Ambassadors and welcome back those who are continuing to represent Geology for Global Development in their universities.

GfGD is pleased to announce the development of a short, open-access module on ‘Geoscience and Sustainable Development’ to be shared with universities across the UK and beyond.

We are delighted to announce that Dr Natasha Dowey and Dr Sarah Gordon have been appointed to our Board of Trustees, joining Nic Bilham, Flo Bullough, Marie Flemming, and Kirsty Dawkes in overseeing the work of Geology for Global Development (GfGD).

Our 7th Annual Conference, hosted at The Geological Society explored the role of the Earth sciences in helping to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 3, ensuring ‘Good Health and Well-being’.

Gerald, an MSc student from Malawi, complete his thesis evaluating the sustainability of water projects in rural Tanzania on behalf of The Eleanor Foundation, at Cranfield University.

As part of our international work in Guatemala, we provided 11 scholarships to facilitate attendance in this congress. Scholarships supported 11 Guatemalan and Mexican participants, including students and representatives of government organisations, NGOs, and teachers.

Last week, Geology for Global Development led an international delegation of early-career Earth scientists to the United Nations, to engage in their Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals.

Working with the American Geophysical Union (AGU), Geology in the Public Interest, Geological Society of London and others, we helped to deliver and facilitate this Summit in Stockholm, exploring how geoscientists can help tackle global and local sustainability challenges.