ISSS Regional Symposium: Systemic Resilience 2026
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ISSS Regional Symposium: Systemic Resilience 2026

Oct 14, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026 09:00 - 17:30 University of York - King's Manor, York 112 Views
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The International Society for the Systems Sciences (ISSS) is proud to present a specialized regional symposium in the historic heart of York. This event, titled "Systemic Resilience: Navigating Complexity in Local and Global Systems," serves as a critical bridge between the Society's global annual meeting and local practitioner needs. As the world faces unprecedented volatility—ranging from climate-induced disruptions to the rapid integration of artificial intelligence—the traditional "siloed" approach to problem-solving is no longer sufficient. This symposium invites researchers, educators, and industry leaders to apply General Systems Theory (GST) to modern challenges.

The York gathering will focus on the practical application of systems thinking in urban planning, healthcare management, and environmental sustainability. Participants will engage in deep-dive sessions exploring how small-scale systemic changes can lead to large-scale resilience. Unlike standard academic conferences, this event emphasizes "systems practice," offering workshops where attendees can map complex problems using real-world data from the Yorkshire region.

Attendees can expect a curriculum that balances high-level theoretical discourse with hands-on methodology. Key topics include Cybernetics in the 21st century, the ethics of AI as a systemic actor, and the "Problematique" of modern governance. The event is designed to foster a community of practice where a software engineer can find common ground with a biologist or a policy advisor, all through the shared language of systems. By the end of the symposium, participants will have a refined toolkit for identifying leverage points in complex systems to drive meaningful, sustainable change.

Key Event Highlights

Interactive Systems Mapping: Hands-on workshops using systemic design tools to visualize complex local challenges. Interdisciplinary Keynotes: Featured speakers from the fields of complexity science, ecology, and social systems. The "York Case Study": A dedicated session on systemic approaches to flood resilience and urban heritage in North Yorkshire. Networking Lab: Structured sessions to connect UK-based systems practitioners with international ISSS fellows. AI Ethics Panel: A critical discussion on how AI impacts social-ecological systems and human agency.

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University of York - King's Manor

Exhibition Square, York, YO1 7EP, United Kingdom , York

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Oct 14-Oct 16, 2026
09:00 - 17:30 (GMT)
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Academic Researchers, Sustainability Consultants, Policy Analysts, Systems Engineers, Complexity Scientists
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