GA Conference and Exhibition 2025

From the soils that sustain our crops to the homes we've built, the technology we rely on, our biological makeup and even the coffee you drink, rocks have had a profound influence on human life. Join Earth Scientist Anjana Khatwa as she explores the wisdom that lies in the 'whispers' we hear when we personally connect with the rocks around us.

With the current curriculum and assessment review in England underway, debate about the purpose of geography as a school subject and the narrow focus of the current assessment system has re-engaged teachers of geography with the fundamental question, ‘What constitutes a good geography education?’ In this lecture, Emma draws on evidence from the GA’s Secondary Geography Quality Mark to explore the contribution that high-quality geography and agentic curriculum making can make to the education of children and young people in our rapidly changing world.

This session explores the dynamic interplay between urban development and natural ecosystems. It examines how Nairobi National Park, uniquely situated adjacent to a major city, embodies the challenges and opportunities of balancing wildlife conservation with urban expansion. The presentation will highlight key aspects such as: human-wildlife interactions; ecological corridors; conservation strategies; and the socio-economic impact on surrounding communities, offering insight into sustainable coexistence.