What will you do?
Over two intensive and creative days, you will:
- Gain a solid understanding of Forest Genetic Resources, and the links between forests, health, and resilience.
- Exchange perspectives with peers from across the Mediterranean on how different cultures, languages, and media landscapes engage with environmental topics.
- Explore and practice innovative communication formats, from digital storytelling to sound art, from story maps to community-based media.
- Co-create a communication strategy for your country or region, tailored to your audience and media context.
- Build a lasting professional network of like-minded forest communicators across the Mediterranean basin.
Enjoy a social evening in Barcelona, connecting informally with peers, scientists, and diplomats.
What is covered
INCLUDED
- ✔ Return international travel to Barcelona
- ✔ 3 nights hotel accommodation
- ✔ All meals during the workshop
- ✔ Day 1 social evening dinner
- ✔ Workshop materials and resources
Your contribution
YOU BRING
- → Your curiosity and creative spirit
- → Your knowledge of your country’s media landscape
- → Your audience and your stories
- → Commitment to one post-workshop output
- → Energy to collaborate and connect

The final workshop programme, with detailed session descriptions, will be published at a later stage.
Application
Apply now for the Voices for the Mediterranean Forest workshop. Deadline: 15 May 2026.
Questions? Contact us at efimed@efi.int.