SHARJAH: The 9th annual Xposure International Photography Festival is set to host the 4th edition of its Conservation Summit on February 24, focusing on the theme ‘Migration and Ecosystem Impact.’
Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), the festival will bring together photographers, conservationists, scientists, and environmental advocates to explore how migration shapes biodiversity, ecological balance, and species survival across different habitats.
The summit, part of Xposure 2025, will feature compelling talks and striking imagery to shed light on the challenges faced by migratory species due to climate change, habitat loss, and human intervention.
Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, commended Xposure’s role in using photography as a tool for environmental awareness. She emphasised the importance of conservation efforts in sustaining ecosystems and protecting endangered species.
Tariq Saeed Allay, Director-General of SGMB, noted that photography serves as a powerful medium for environmental storytelling, transforming crises into global conversations. “Xposure aims to spark dialogue and drive change by using visual storytelling to highlight pressing environmental issues,” he said.
The summit will feature three insightful presentations:
• “The Global Life of Shorebirds” – Gerrit Vyn, a renowned wildlife photographer, will delve into the extraordinary migrations of shorebirds, including record-breaking non-stop flights.
• “Saving the Monarchs” – Conservationist Jaime Rojo will discuss the alarming decline of monarch butterflies due to deforestation, agriculture, and climate change.
• “The Bigger Picture: Conservation Implications of Ocean Migrations” – Marine conservationist Ralph Pace will explore how ocean migrations help sustain marine ecosystems and contribute to climate mitigation.
Xposure 2025’s Conservation Summit promises to be a crucial platform for sparking conversations and inspiring actionable solutions to protect the planet’s most vulnerable ecosystems.
