YESI Events

Unique, Impactful, and Interdisciplinary: bring together researchers across disciplines and career stages to explore real-world environmental challenges, showcase impactful research, and provide training that builds interdisciplinary capacity.

We work with departments and faculties to co-develop events that raise the profile of York’s environmental sustainability research—locally, nationally, and globally. From workshops and networking sessions to webinars and showcases, we strengthen research communities and help turn ideas into action.

Explore our upcoming events below and join the conversation.

Upcoming events

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Grant reflections: training for success

Wednesday 15 April 2026 12pm

Join YESI for an honest look behind the scenes of grant success—from the winning application to the surprising leadership skills needed to manage it all.

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Play for the Planet 3: Play harder!

Friday 24 April 2026 9am

Are you a games researcher, designer or player? Join us for a day of environmental games learning, discussion and play.

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Participatory approaches to marine conservation, seaweed valorisation and women’s empowerment in Santiago, Cabo Verde

Monday 27 April 2026 10am

Join marine biologist Edita Magileviciute for a discussion on bridging the blue economy with social impact, exploring how seaweed valorization and participatory conservation are empowering women and protecting coastal ecosystems in Cabo Verde