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It’s that time again! Registration for the 2020 Annual General Meeting and Conference opens on September 1. This year we are going virtual and capturing the interactive and collaborative spirit of the previous annual conferences while allowing our global network to safely and conveniently connect from home.

Under One Sky: 2020 Annual General Meeting and Conference
November 13 & 14
Responsible lighting and access to the night and its star-filled sky is a human right. Around the world, light pollution is destroying ancient traditions and knowledge systems. Overlighting in cities and communities poses a significant problem for the people living there. This year’s conference will focus on the environmental and cultural threat that light pollution poses to people who have been underrepresented in the work to protect the night from light pollution – and invite discussions about how to address these threats.
Interested in speaking? Learn more and submit a proposal here.
Learn more about the conference here and check back often for updates.
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