4th Rural Development Conference (RDC2018)

19th-21st of July 2018 - Bangkok, Thailand
Venue:  Aetas Lumpini Hotel
The 4th Rural Development Conference (RDC2018) took place from 19–21 July 2018 in Bangkok, Thailand, at the AETAS Lumpini Hotel.

RDC2018 brought together an international community of researchers, development practitioners, policymakers, civil society representatives, and stakeholders interested in sustainable rural development, agriculture, environment, and related challenges. Over several days, attendees shared empirical studies, policy insights, and case studies from various countries — contributing to global discourse on rural livelihoods, sustainable agriculture, and community resilience.
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RDC2018 reaffirmed the conference’s mission to provide a global, inclusive, and interdisciplinary platform for dialogue, collaboration, and action around rural development and sustainable futures.

Event Overview (RDC2018)

  • Edition: 4th Rural Development Conference
  • Dates: 19–21 July 2018
  • Location: Bangkok, Thailand
  • Venue: AETAS Lumpini Hotel
  • Format: In-person
  • Organizer: Tomorrow People Organization

Scientific Committee

Dr. Demarcus Bush - South Carolina State University, USA
Indu Kumari - Wildlife Trust of India, India
Dr. Muhammad Israr -The University of Agriculture, Pakistan
Prof. Ismet Boz - Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkey
Dr. Ryan Camado Guinaran - Benguet State University, Philippines
Chrispin Nmawera - AICC, Malawi

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