2026 AQUAWEL
Call for Abstracts
Africa Aquatic Animal Welfare (AQUAWEL) Conference 2025
The Africa Aquatic Animal Welfare (AQUAWEL) Conference 2025 invites researchers, professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders in fisheries, aquaculture, One Health, and animal welfare to submit abstracts for presentation at this pan-African virtual conference.
This event serves as a key platform for discourse, knowledge exchange, and collaboration on fish and aquaculture welfare across the continent, bringing together experts to advance sustainable, ethical, and welfare-driven aquaculture practices in Africa.
Conference Themes
We invite abstracts that align with the following thematic areas for the AQUAWEL Conference:
Global Best Practices in Fish and Aquaculture Welfare
Exploring insights, research findings, and case studies from leading experts and regions around the world.
Afrocentric Knowledge and Research
Showcasing indigenous knowledge, local research, and context-driven solutions that advance fish and aquaculture welfare in Africa.
Fish and Aquaculture Welfare in African Production Systems
Examining the challenges, opportunities, and innovative practices within Africa’s diverse aquaculture landscapes.
Legal and Policy Frameworks
Strengthening governance, legislation, and regulatory frameworks that promote fish and aquaculture welfare across African countries.
Fish and Aquaculture Welfare within the One Health Approach
Integrating aquatic animal welfare into the broader One Health paradigm, connecting human, animal, and environmental health.
Sustainable Practices and Innovations
Highlighting advances in technology, sustainable production methods, and welfare-friendly aquaculture innovations.
Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
Strategies for building movements, fostering multi-sectoral collaboration, and influencing policy for impactful and sustained change.
Submission Guidelines
- Abstract length: 250–300 words.
- Core Structure: Background, Objectives, Methodology, Findings.
- Meta-data: Title, Author(s), Institutional affiliation, Contact details.
- Language: All submissions must be in English.
Presentation Format
Authors of accepted abstracts will be invited to present their work in one of the following formats:
Oral Presentations:
Live virtual presentations followed by Q&A.
Poster Presentations:
Digital posters with scheduled discussions.
Panel Discussions:
Selected abstracts may be featured in expert panels for cross-sectoral discussions.
Review & Selection Criteria
All abstracts will undergo a peer review process and be evaluated based on:
Relevance to the conference themes
Scientific rigor and originality
Practical impact and contribution to policy or practice
- Selected authors will receive detailed presentation guidelines upon acceptance.
Key Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline
April 30, 2025
Notification of Acceptance
May 15, 2025
Final Presentation Submission (if applicable)
May 30, 2025
Why Present at AQUAWEL 2025?
Gain recognition for your research in fish and aquaculture welfare.
Engage in high-impact discussions with global and African experts
Receive a Certificate of Presentation
Selected presentations may be published in the conference proceedings
Abstract Submission Form
Thank you for your interest in presenting at the AQUAWEL Conference 2025. The submission window is now closed. We appreciate your enthusiasm and look forward to having you join us at the conference.
For further inquiries, contact us at afiwelprogram@onehealthdev.org.