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The International Science Council harnesses the universal language of science to catalyse and convene scientific expertise, advice and influence on issues of major concern to both science and society, through a unique global membership of natural and social sciences and humanities.

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Who we are

We are an international NGO with a mission to act as the global voice for science to promote science as a global public good.

What we do

We catalyse and convene scientific expertise, advice and influence on issues of major concern to both science and society.

Membership

Our unique global membership brings together 250 diverse organizations from all fields of science and all regions of the world.

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05 December 20244 min read

Rethinking science: A mission-driven approach to tackle global sustainability challenges

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05 December 202414 min read

ISC experts drive science-based solutions for plastic pollution treaty

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03 December 20247 min read

Reclaiming science as a human right: Comment from the UN Special Rapporteur in the field of cultural rights

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10 December 2024

Towards IPOS – Unveiling of the Strategic Overview Webinar

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10 December 2024

Unpacking the UN Pact for the Future and its implications for science organizations

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8 December 202411 December 2024

The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) – 15th General Assembly & Scientific Conference

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09 September 2024

A guide to anticipation: Tools and methods of horizon scanning and foresight 

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15 July 2024

Navigating new horizons – A global foresight report on planetary health and human wellbeing

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12 July 2024

Synthesis of the Transformations to Sustainability programme

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10 July 2024

Annual Report 2023

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04 July 2024

From science to action: Leveraging scientific knowledge and solutions for advancing sustainable and resilient development 

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07 June 2024

From Shores to Horizons: Empowering Science for the Future of Large Ocean States

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