Thematic Areas

The Conference will focus on the following thematic areas:

Theme 1: School and Home Gardens as Community and Social Enterprise Hubs for Sustainable Development

This theme highlights school and home gardens as platforms that go beyond food production, serving as community and social enterprise hubs that promote nutrition, livelihoods, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development.

School-plus-home gardens for food security and nutrition
Scaling up successful school and home garden initiatives
Educational models for integrating agriculture, enterprise, and sustainability
Engaging youth and communities in sustainable agriculture
Social enterprises, innovation, and extension modalities for community empowerment and conservation
Value-adding and marketing innovations in garden-based enterprises
Sustainability and profitability of garden enterprises
Circular economy models
Policy research and institutional support for garden-based enterprises

Theme 2: Enhancing Biodiversity and Sustainable Food Systems for Schools, Homes, and Resilient Communities

This theme emphasizes the integration of biodiversity conservation into food systems in schools and homes to build resilient communities that are nutritious, sustainable, and climate-adaptive.

Sustainable farming practices for biodiversity enhancement
Community-based biodiversity programs for ecosystems e.g., mangroves and wildlife
Integrating biodiversity, climate action, and disaster resilience in educational curricula
Innovative interventions on biodiversity to mitigate the impacts of climate change and disasters
Indigenous/traditional knowledge in agriculture and biodiversity conservation
Innovative approaches to conserving terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in agricultural landscapes
Opportunities and innovations for conservation and regenerative agriculture
Policy and governance frameworks

Theme 3: Promoting Agritourism and Ecotourism for Sustainable Development

This theme explores agritourism and ecotourism as drivers of sustainable development by creating livelihood opportunities, conserving natural resources, and strengthening cultural heritage.

Sustainable agritourism or ecotourism models
Agritourism or ecotourism enterprises impact to local economies
Cultural heritage as agritourism experiences
Biodiversity as ecotourism experience
Agritourism as harmonized faith in resource conservation (best practices in integrating agriculture, tourism, and conservation
Animal welfare in agritourism
Community-based agritourism/ecotourism practices and rural livelihoods
Issues and trends in agritourism and ecotourism policies

Theme 4: Leveraging Disaster and Climate-Resilient Initiatives for Agricultural and Ecotourism Systems

This theme underscores the importance of integrating disaster risk reduction and climate-resilient strategies into agriculture and ecotourism systems to safeguard livelihoods, ecosystems, and sustainable development gains.

Climate-smart agriculture initiatives
Climate-resilient agricultural communities
Disaster risk reduction strategies for farming communities
Leveraging ecosystem services to mitigate disaster risks
Innovations in disaster risk reduction
Sustainable soil and water management for climate resilience
Governance and multi-sectoral partnerships for disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and rehabilitation

General Guidelines

1. General Instructions

All submissions must be written in English.
Submissions should be original and not previously published or under review elsewhere.
Authors may submit more than one abstract/poster, but only one will be considered for oral presentation (if applicable).
At least one author of each accepted submission must register and present during the conference.

2. Extended Abstracts

Format

Length: 1,000-1,500 words (excluding references).
File type: MS Word (.docx) or PDF.
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt, single-spaced, A4 size, 2.5 cm margins.
Structure:
1. Title (concise, max. 20 words)
2. Author(s) and Affiliation(s) and contact information
3. Abstract (200-250 words)
4. Keywords (3-5)
5. Introduction: Background, research objectives, and significance
6. Literature review: Theoretical framework or industry context
7. Methodology: Data collection and analysis
8. Results and Discussion: Key insights and relevance to the conference theme
9. Conclusions / Implications: Contributions to sustainability research and practice
10. References (APA 7th edition format, max. 10 sources)

Review and Acceptance

Submissions will undergo peer review for clarity, originality, and relevance to the conference themes. Accepted abstracts will be scheduled for oral or poster presentation.

3. Poster Presentations

Size: A0 (841 mm x 1189 mm), portrait orientation.
File type for submission: PDF (high resolution).
Content: Title, Authors, Affiliations, Introduction/Objectives, Methodology, Results (figures/tables/images), Discussion & Conclusions, Acknowledgments/References.
Design:
- Use legible fonts (minimum 24 pt for text, 40 pt for headings).
- Keep text concise; use visuals to highlight findings.
- Ensure contrast for readability.

4. Important Dates

Deadline for submission:
Notification of acceptance:
Deadline for submission of Full Paper:

5. Submission Process

Submit via the Conference Submission Portal:

File naming convention:

Extended abstract: ICEEA7SHGBEE4_Abstract_FirstNameInitialLastName.docx (ex. ICEEA7SHGBEE4_Abstract_JCruz.docx)
Poster: ICEEA7SHGBEE4_Poster_FirstNameInitialLastName.pdf (ex. ICEEA7SHGBEE4_Poster_JCruz.pdf)

6. Publication

Selected outstanding papers may be invited for submission to a partner journal (subject to peer review).

Abstract Format and Submission

MS Word Format
Title (centered), Font (Times New Roman 12, single-spaced)
Author:
1. Name
2. Email Address
3. Affiliations / University
Body: One paragraph, single-spaced, 250-300 words
Keywords: 3 to 5 words
Abstract to be submitted via theOnline Registration Form on or before August 20, 2025.

Virtual Paper Presentation

Paper presenters attending virtually are required to submit and upload a maximum of 10-minute pre-recorded video of their paper presentation.
The video must be submitted to conference.info@cbsua.edu.ph on or before September 8, 2025.
Zoom will be used as the platform for participants joining through virtual presentation.
At least one week prior to the scheduled conference, a link will be sent for the virtual conference room that contains the connection information.
The presenter must join the meeting ahead of his scheduled time slot (i.e. 30 minutes early) in case there are any technical issues that need to be worked out.
The video must be in MP4 format.
The video should include the paper title and the author(s).
Email submission should follow the syntax in the Subject: ONLINE-Surname (e.g., ONLINE-De la Cruz)
The naming/syntax for the filename must follow this format:
- ONLINE-Surname_Title of Paper.mp4 (i.e. Cruz_Determinants of Profitability of Cacao Production.mp4)
Videos not received on or before the deadline date will be considered no-shows.

Selection of ICEEA 2025 Best Paper, Best Poster and Best Presenter

Best Paper

This competition shall be open to all presenters, both for the onsite and online participants.
Paper presenters vying for Best Paper are required to submit the full copy of their research paper.
The criteria for the Best Paper are the following:

1.	Contribution to scientific advancement	35%
2.	Relevance to global/regional development	25%
3.	Methodology	15%
4.	Content, structure and writing	25%
TOTAL		100%

A full copy of the research paper shall mean the inclusion of the following parts: Abstract, Introduction, Significance of the Study, Objectives, Methodology, Results and Discussion, Conclusion, Recommendation and References
The e-copy of the full paper shall be sent by email at conference.info@cbsua.edu.ph on or before August 27, 2025
Email submission should follow the syntax in the subject : BEST PAPER ENTRY- Surname - AREA - Title of Research (i.e. BEST PAPER ENTRY - De la Cruz- AGRICULTURE - Determinants of Profitability of Cacao Production)
There shall be three winners, one each from the 3 categories: Education, Environment and Agriculture.
The decision of the panel of evaluators shall be considered final.
Announcement of winners shall be done on the day of the conference.
Winners shall receive a cash prize of US$ 90.00 each and Certificate of Recognition.

Best Presenter

All onsite presenters are qualified to join the Best Presenter category competition.
The presenter shall be given a maximum of 10 minutes to discuss his/her research paper
The criteria for the Best Presenter are the following:

1.	Significance of Findings	60%
2.	Methodology	25%
3.	Presentation	15%
TOTAL		100%

There shall be three winners, one each from the 3 categories: Education, Environment and Agriculture.
The decision of the panel of evaluators shall be considered final.
Announcement of winners shall be done on the day of the conference.
Winners shall receive a cash prize of US$ 90.00 each and Certificate of Recognition.

Best Poster

This competition shall be open to all onsite presenters/participants.
The poster should be in TARPAULIN, in portrait orientation and the size is 30 inches (width) x 42 inches (length)
The following are the guidelines for the poster:

It must include the abstract title, author and coauthor names, and the institution(s) where research is underway at the top of the poster.
Ensure the headline is visible from a distance of 4.5 to 6 meters.
Use fonts no smaller than size 16.
Design text to be easily readable from about 2 meters away.
Choose text and background colors that provide strong visual contrast.
Limit the use of abbreviations and complex mathematical symbols.
Summarize your research by including elements such as: problem statement, objectives of the study, research methods, findings, key visuals, and data representations.
Structure your content into clear sections (e.g., Intro, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusions, and Literature Cited (avoid too many citations)). Consider using numerical labels for easy navigation. Keep citations to a minimum.
Opt for bold, straightforward visuals. Incorporate vibrant colors to highlight important details.
Aim for concise content. A poster with fewer than 800 words is optimal.
Let impactful graphics take center stage on your poster.

The criteria for the Best Poster are the following:
1. Content 60%
2. Appearance & Clarity 25%
3. Creativity 15%
TOTAL 100%
Winners shall receive a cash prize of 1st - US$90; 2nd - US$70; and 3rd - US$50.
Note: For more information about scientific posters kindly visit:https://ohiostate.pressbooks.pub/scientificposterguide/chapter/scientific-posters/

1.	Content	60%
2.	Appearance & Clarity	25%
3.	Creativity	15%
TOTAL		100%