International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability

4th International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability
ICMS 2026

ICMS – 2026

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Colombo, Sri Lanka

22nd – 25th, July 2026

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🔴 Hybrid Mode

Centre for Environmental Studies & Sustainable Development
The Open University of Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka

-Conference Theme-

Mangroves for a Sustainable Future: Biodiversity, Climate Resilience, and Blue Economy

ICMS 2025 - Proceeding Book

Inauguration Ceremony of the International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability (ICMS 2025)

About Conference

The International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability (ICMS) is a global platform dedicated to promoting the conservation and sustainable management of mangrove ecosystems. It brings together researchers, policymakers, conservationists, and industry leaders to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore innovative solutions. ICMS focuses on key areas such as biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, coastal protection, and community engagement. Through interdisciplinary discussions and collaborative initiatives, the conference aims to advance research, influence policy, and develop effective strategies for the long-term sustainability of mangrove ecosystems worldwide.

Important Dates

  • Call for Abstracts : 1st February 2026
  • Deadline for Abstracts Submission: 30th April 2026
  • Notification of Acceptance: 7th May 2026
  • Camera-ready Copy Submission: 1st June 2026
  • Early Bird Registration: 15th May 2026 (2 weeks)
  • Registration Deadline: 15th June 2026

Conference Tracks

Mangrove Ecology, Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

Mangrove and Climate Change: adaptation, Mitigation and Resilience

Sustainable Mangrove Management, Restoration and Conservation Practices

Socio-economic Dimensions, Livelihoods and Community Engagement

Policy, Governance, Education, and Capacity Building for Mangrove Sustainability

Pollution, Degradation, and Emerging Challenges in Mangrove Ecosystems

Innovations, Technologies, and Tools for Mangrove Research and Management

Guidelines

General Instructions

  • All the abstracts/presentations should be in English.
  • All abstracts/presentation submissions should be done through the CMT Link on our official website page.
  • All submitted abstracts will be checked for plagiarism.
  • All submitted abstracts will be peer reviewed, and only the accepted abstracts will be called to submit a camera-ready copy. All accepted abstracts should be presented in ICMS on the 23rd & 25th of July 2026. Only papers presented will be published in the Proceedings.  
  • Please contact us if you have any questions regarding your submission or any issues while submitting your abstract.

Abstract Guidelines

  • The abstract should report the original research.
  • The abstract must strictly adhere to the prescribed abstract template. Carefully revise the abstract for language and formatting.
  • The abstract should be in one paragraph with a word limit of 300.
  • Do not include subheadings.
  • Acronyms should be written in full the first time they are mentioned in the text, followed by the abbreviation in parentheses.
  • Always follow SI Units, if any.
  • There shall be no citations or references.
  • Please do not insert a page number for the abstract.
  • Basic format:
  1. Paper size and Orientation: A4 (210 x 297 mm), Portrait. Use only one side.
  2. All margins except left: 25mm. Left margin: 30 mm. Gutter: 00
  3. Font: Times New Roman, 11 points; Line spacing: 1.0, one column of text. 

Presentation Guidelines

  • Each presenter will be allocated a maximum of 10 minutes for oral presentation and 5 minutes to answer questions.
  • Limit your slide presentation (MS PowerPoint) to a maximum of 20 slides, with minimal text to emphasize your central ideas.
  • During the allocated time, reinforce the specific ideas highlighted in your research work, share insights and resources to help participants in their teaching, research and/or planning activities.
  • Please submit the soft copy of your oral presentation and video to the ICMS 2026 committee via Google form available in the official website of the ICMS.
Abstract Template
Extended Abstract Template
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Presentation Template

Submissions

  • Kindly adhere closely to the guidelines provided before submitting your abstract/presentation. It is mandatory to follow all stipulated guidelines and adhere to the designated templates. Abstracts/Presentations that do not align with the guidelines provided will be rejected.
  • All submissions should be done through the links provided on the website.

Submit your Abstract

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Submit your Extended Abstract

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Submit Your Camera-Ready Copy

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Submit your Presentation and Video

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Registration

Registration for the International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability will open on 15th May, 2026. Authors are required to pay the registration fee using the provided account details. Registration must be completed via the Google link available on the conference website. The deadline for registration is 15th June, 2026.

Local

General Registration – Rs. 6000.00
Student Registration – Rs. 4000.00
Early Bird (General) Registration – Rs. 4500.00
Early Bird Student Registration – Rs. 3000.00

Foreign

General Registration – USD 200
Online Registration – USD 75
Early Bird Registration – USD 100
Early Bird Online Registration – USD 50

Account Details

Account No. – 174 – 100- 2 – 80347378
Swift Code – PSBKLKLX
The Open University of Sri Lanka
People’s Bank – Nugegoda

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Conference Committee

Conference Chairs
Conference Co-chairs
Conference Secretaries
Conference Coordinator
Publication Committee
Indexing Committee
Financial and Registration Committee
CMT Coordinators
International Relations Chair
Workshop Committee
Media Committee
Awards Committee
Coffee Table Book Committee
Web Committee
Field Tour Organizing Committee

Acknowledgment

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

For more Information

📧  icms@ou.ac.lk

Conference Coordinator

Contact No: +94 11 288 1423
Email: icms@ou.ac.lk

Centre for Environmental Studies & Sustainable Development (CESSD)
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Nawala, Nugegoda
Sri Lanka
Contact No: +94 11 288 1423
Email: cessd@ou.ac.lk