United Nations — International Conference: Space-based Solutions for Disaster Management in Africa

The International Conference UN-SPIDER aims to contribute to the use of big space data approaches and satellite-based applications in Africa to respond to challenges posed by natural hazards. UN-SPIDER invites applications to participate in the conference, which will take place in Bonn (Germany). Only a very limited number of scholarships (round-trip ticket, room and board expenses during the duration of the event) will be available to participants. The deadline for applicants seeking funding is 30 August 2019. The deadline for self-funded applicants is 18 October 2019. UN-SPIDER