Postgraduate School, Universitas Airlangga
Program Dates: July 20 – 25, 2026
Location: Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
About The Program
The world is facing unprecedented challenges from climate change and extreme weather events.
Hosted by the Postgraduate School of Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR),
The 6th Summer School 2026 invites global scholars and international postgraduate students
to dive deep into the complexities of disaster governance.
This intensive program offers a unique multidisciplinary approach, combining disaster management,
immunology, forensic science, human resource development, and law to build resilient futures.
Why You Should Join
- Multidisciplinary Learning: Learn from up to 22 world-class experts,
including international professors and national disaster authorities.
(Final speaker lineup under confirmation) - Real-World Field Studies: Experience 2 exclusive field trips to observe climate adaptation
and community resilience directly on-site.
(Destinations under confirmation) - High-Impact Output: Collaborate with international peers to produce a
global-standard Policy Brief/Short Paper on climate adaptation. - Cultural Immersion: Experience the rich heritage of East Java while expanding your
international academic network.
Program Overview
Day 1 – Global Context & Plenary Session
- Opening Ceremony
- Keynote Speeches on the Sendai Framework
- Plenary Lectures on ASEAN & Global Climate Vulnerabilities
Day 2 – Multidisciplinary Strategies (Parallel Classes)
- Transformative Leadership
- Early Warning Systems (EWS)
- Post-Disaster Health Crises
- International Emergency Law
Day 3 – Field Study 1
- Observing Green Economy practices
- ESG business models
- Coastal infrastructure resilience
- Destination under confirmation
Day 4 – Future Pathways & Project Drafting
- Resilience Financing
- Community Policing
- Expert-led Academic Writing Session (Policy Brief Drafting)
Day 5 – Field Study 2 & Final Evaluation
- Morning excursion to a Disaster-Resilient Village
- Final Policy Brief Presentation
- Awarding & Closing Ceremony
- Destination under confirmation
Who Should Apply?
- International Postgraduate Students (Bachelor’s, Master’s & Ph.D.).
- International Researchers and Academics in related fields:
Disaster Management, Environment, Health, Law, Social Sciences.
Important Dates & Timeline
- April 24, 2026: Call for Abstracts Open
- May 15, 2026: Abstract Submission Deadline
- May 16–23, 2026: Extended Abstract Submission
- May 26, 2026: Notification of Abstract Acceptance
- May 29 – June 18, 2026: Early-Bird Registration
- June 19 – July 13, 2026: Late-Bird Registration
- July 20 – 25, 2026: Summer School Program
Registration Fees
- Early-Bird Registration: (To be announced)
- Late-Bird Registration: (To be announced)
Fee includes: Accommodation, local transport during field studies, meals, course materials, and certificate.
Excludes: International flights and visa fees.
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Contact & Inquiries
Email: summerschool@pasca.unair.ac.id
WhatsApp (Text Only): +62 812-3184-5377 (Fifin)
Website: www.pasca.unair.ac.id
Instagram: @pasca_unair