UEW Set to Host 9th International Conference on Sustainable Futures
The University of Education, Winneba (UEW) will host its 9th International Conference (BCSF-2026) from Tuesday, 25 to Thursday, 27 August 2026 at the Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Centre, UEW.
The three-day international conference will bring together scholars, researchers, educators, students, professionals, policymakers and practitioners from diverse disciplines to exchange knowledge, share innovative ideas and explore practical approaches to addressing contemporary global and local challenges.
Conference Theme
Building Capacities for Sustainable Futures: Bridging Global Challenges and Local Realities (BCSF-2026)
The conference will focus on strengthening institutional and community capacities for sustainable development while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Sub-Themes
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Education and Lifelong Learning
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Business and Management Sciences
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Social Science and Governance
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Science, Technology, and Innovation
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Art, Media, and Communication
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Health and Climate Resilience
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AI and Emerging Technologies
Conference Programme
Participants can expect a diverse programme featuring:
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Keynote Addresses
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Invited Lead Papers
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Parallel Technical Sessions
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Tutorials and Workshops
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Exhibition Sessions
Conference Leadership
Chief Host
Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual
Vice-Chancellor, University of Education, Winneba
Keynote Speaker
Prof. Esther Yeboah Danso-Wiredu
Pro Vice-Chancellor, University of Education, Winneba
Lead Paper Presenter
Prof. Hinneh Kusi
University of Education, Winneba
Mode of Participation
The conference will be held in hybrid mode, allowing participants to join physically or online.
Venue and Date
Venue
Jophus Anamuah Conference Centre, UEW
Date
Tuesday, 25 to Thursday, 27 August 2026
Onsite Registration
Tuesday, 25 August 2026
Registration Fees
| Category | Fee |
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| Exhibition & Advertising Stand | GH₵2,400 |
| Local Participants | GH₵1,500 |
| International Participants | USD 300 |
| Virtual Participation | USD 150 |
| Virtual Participation with Physical Conference Accessories | USD 200 |
Conference Package
Registered participants eligible for the conference package will receive:
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Certificate of Participation/Presentation
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Conference Jotter
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Conference Pen
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Conference Bag
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USB Drive
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e-Conference Proceedings
Physical conference packages may be collected in person or shipped where applicable.
Local Organising Committee
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Prof. Hinneh Kusi – Chairperson
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Prof. Patricia Mawusi Amos – Member
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Prof. Paul Kobina Effrim – Member
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Mr. Israel E. Fugar – Secretary
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Prof. Sam Pedro – Media & Publicity
Enquiries
For further information about the conference, contact the Secretary of Publicity via WhatsApp on +233 20 396 3123.
The University of Education, Winneba looks forward to welcoming participants to BCSF-2026 for three days of scholarly engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration and meaningful conversations on building capacities for sustainable futures.

