Daystar University is organizing its Annual Scientific Conference, hosted by the School of Communication from August 13^th to 15^th 2025. The theme of the conference ‘Climate Change for Planetary Health' is timely and sets the pace ahead of the November 21st COP30 in Belém, Brazil. Climate change in the context of planetary health highlights the interdependence of human and Earth health. This conference aims to strengthen multidisciplinary research in advancing planetary health as a key component of climate action, driving meaningful discussions across various research dimensions.  It will draw participants from diverse disciplines, including but not limited to communication, sciences, education, economics, law, psychology, agriculture, health, business and religion. The conference will feature interactive panel discussions, keynotes, and paper presentations in breakout sessions with leaders and executives from academia, government and industry.

Call for Abstracts: The organizing committee invites submissions of abstracts and papers for the hybrid conference, in person at Daystar University - Valley Road Campus, Nairobi Kenya and online. Details of the access link will be provided to accepted conference participants.

Conference Organizers

1. Pro. Levi Obonyo, Dean School of Communication, Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya (Host)
2. Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, Conference Chair, Associate Dean School of Communication, Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya (Convener).
3. Dr. Pamela Juma, Senior Lecturer School of Nursing, Deputy Director, Directorate of Research Innovation Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (DRICE) – Chair, Scientific Sub-committee – (Co-Convener).
4. Dr. Evvone Kiptinness Mwangale, Lecturer School of Communication, Strategic and Organizational Communication (STOC), Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya – Chair- Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
5. Damaris Kimilu, Corporate Affairs Manager- Chair Communications Sub-Committee
6. Jean Murungi, Public Relations Officer – Chair Logistics Sub- Committee
7. Grace Mbogo -Liyai, Protocol and Research Officer Vice Chancellors office, Chair Secretariat Sub-Committee

Important Dates:

• Abstract Deadline: 15th April 2025
• Notification of Acceptance or Rejection: 7th May 2025
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 15th July 2025
• Conference Days:  13th -15th August 2025
• Payments and Registration Deadline: 30th July 2025

Register on our website Daystar University Conferences - https://conferences.daystar.ac.ke/

Payment Details

Payments should be made to Daystar University, Co-operative Bank (K) Ltd

A/C Number (KES): 01120065209800

A/C Number (Dollar): 02120065209800

Swift Code: KCOOKENA

MPESA: Playbill Number: 209800

Account Number: DUAnnualConf

For inquiries and updates, please contact:

Dr. Lydia Radoli

Email: annualconference@daystar.ac.ke

Tel: +254759121707

Daystar University is organizing its Annual Scientific Conference, hosted by the School of Communication from August 13^th to 15^th 2025. The theme of the conference ‘Climate Change for Planetary Health' is timely and sets the pace ahead of the November 21st COP30 in Belém, Brazil. Climate change in the context of planetary health highlights the interdependence of human and Earth health. This conference aims to strengthen multidisciplinary research in advancing planetary health as a key component of climate action, driving meaningful discussions across various research dimensions.  It will draw participants from diverse disciplines, including but not limited to communication, sciences, education, economics, law, psychology, agriculture, health, business and religion. The conference will feature interactive panel discussions, keynotes, and paper presentations in breakout sessions with leaders and executives from academia, government and industry.

Call for Abstracts: The organizing committee invites submissions of abstracts and papers for the hybrid conference, in person at Daystar University - Valley Road Campus, Nairobi Kenya and online. Details of the access link will be provided to accepted conference participants.

Conference Organizers

1. Pro. Levi Obonyo, Dean School of Communication, Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya (Host)
2. Dr. Lydia Ouma Radoli, Conference Chair, Associate Dean School of Communication, Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya (Convener).
3. Dr. Pamela Juma, Senior Lecturer School of Nursing, Deputy Director, Directorate of Research Innovation Commercialization and Entrepreneurship (DRICE) – Chair, Scientific Sub-committee – (Co-Convener).
4. Dr. Evvone Kiptinness Mwangale, Lecturer School of Communication, Strategic and Organizational Communication (STOC), Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya – Chair- Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
5. Damaris Kimilu, Corporate Affairs Manager- Chair Communications Sub-Committee
6. Jean Murungi, Public Relations Officer – Chair Logistics Sub- Committee
7. Grace Mbogo -Liyai, Protocol and Research Officer Vice Chancellors office, Chair Secretariat Sub-Committee

Important Dates:

• Abstract Deadline: 15th April 2025
• Notification of Acceptance or Rejection: 7th May 2025
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 15th July 2025
• Conference Days:  13th -15th August 2025
• Payments and Registration Deadline: 30th July 2025

Register on our website Daystar University Conferences - https://conferences.daystar.ac.ke/

Payment Details

Payments should be made to Daystar University, Co-operative Bank (K) Ltd

A/C Number (KES): 01120065209800

A/C Number (Dollar): 02120065209800

Swift Code: KCOOKENA

MPESA: Playbill Number: 209800

Account Number: DUAnnualConf

For inquiries and updates, please contact:

Dr. Lydia Radoli

Email: annualconference@daystar.ac.ke

Tel: +254759121707