BestCities and ICCA announces 2023 finalists and seed fund grant winner

Thursday, October 26, 2023

BestCities Global Alliance, in collaboration with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), announces the finalists for the 2023 Incredible Impacts Program and the recipient of the Seed Fund Grant.

These awards recognize the exceptional contributions of international association meetings in creating a lasting impact beyond tourism.

The Incredible Impacts Program and Seed Fund Grant are testaments to the power of international association meetings to bring positive and enduring change. These initiatives drive the missions of BestCities and ICCA and exemplify the potential of association meetings to transform societies and leave a legacy of positive impact. The 2023 Incredible Impacts Program finalists, selected by a judging panel of their association peers, are as follows:

Associated Country Women of the World – ACWW Women’s Empowerment Summit, Khovd, Mongolia 2023

ACWW’s Women’s Empowerment Summit programme reached an inspiring milestone by extending its reach to Khovd Province, Mongolia. The groundbreaking initiative brought together more than 300 women survivors of domestic violence from nomadic communities, reflecting their aim to empower rural women who often go unheard in legislation, promoting community transformation. ACWW’s dedication to driving positive change through their association meetings is truly commendable.

British Society Of Soil Science – Environmental Education: Leaving a long-lasting impact, locally and globally 2022

The 22nd World Congress of Soil Science, hosted in Glasgow, UK, in 2022, raised the bar for environmental responsibility at international scientific congresses. The British Society of Soil Science engaged local residents in soil education and conducted the first-ever environmental impact assessment of such an event. These outstanding achievements set a new standard for sustainable practices within the scientific community.

European Cyclists’ Federation – Velo-city 2023 Leipzig – Boosting the development of active mobility in the host city and beyond

The annual Velo-city conference was held in Leipzig, Germany in 2023 with the goal of catalysing active mobility at the local level while also extending its impact nationally and globally. The global cycling community convenes at this conference to elevate cycling’s position on the political agenda, resulting in positive environmental and health benefits. Working for more and better cycling for all, ECF has been dedicated to creating a more sustainable and liveable future for over 40 years.

These finalists will advance to the anticipated Incredible Impacts session, scheduled for November 14th at the ICCA Congress in Bangkok, where they will present their submissions. Delegates from ICCA will have the opportunity to vote for the most impactful project. The results will be tallied, and in tandem with the judgement of the expert panel, the winner will be announced during the closing session of the ICCA Congress on November 15th.

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