The IGU-CSRS Colloquium is a dynamic annual gathering of scholars, researchers, and practitioners dedicated to exploring the complexities of rural sustainability. Organized by the Commission on the Sustainability of Rural Systems (CSRS), one of the forty commissions of the International Geographical Union (IGU), the colloquium has been a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange since its inaugural event in 1993 at Université de Montréal, Canada.

Each year, the colloquium brings together an international community for five to six days of stimulating discussions and immersive fieldwork. Participants share their research on pressing rural challenges, innovative solutions, and inspiring success stories with a global audience. Beyond the conference sessions, the fieldwork component offers a unique opportunity to observe and experience other rural realities.

Whether you are a seasoned scholar or an emerging researcher, the IGU-CSRS Colloquium provides an engaging space to exchange ideas, gain fresh perspectives, and contribute to shaping a more sustainable future for rural communities worldwide.