The Royal Entomological Society introduces its strategy for 2025-28
As the Royal Entomological Society moves towards its 200th anniversary, we are focused on ensuring that all aspects of our work support our vision to enrich the world with insect science.
Alongside a continued commitment to world-class research and scientific excellence, this strategy places strong emphasis on education, outreach and wider engagement, from inspiring the next generation of scientists to making insect science accessible to curious minds of all ages and backgrounds. It also underlines the importance of working with policymakers and decision-makers to ensure insect science is at the forefront of the choices shaping our collective future.
This strategy sets out the next phase for the Royal Entomological Society to build on recent progress, deepen our impact and expand our reach.
Focused on four strategic priorities, it outlines how we will support insect science through high-quality publishing in our academic journals, meaningful public and educational engagement, collaboration with decision-makers to influence evidence-based policy and advancing conservation science to protect insect biodiversity.
The strategy has four strategic priorities:
1. Support and advance the study and practice of insect science
2. Increase public understanding of insect science.
3. Empower and support the entomological community.
4. Advance on the Grand Challenges in Entomology by supporting cutting-edge science and innovation
Our new three-year strategy sets out why insect science is more vital than ever. It outlines how we’ll expand our impact, strengthen our community and champion the vital role of insects across both natural and human systems. It defines how the Royal Entomological Society will lead in understanding and responding to these changes, by supporting world-class research, sharing knowledge and engaging new audiences.
Our strategy builds on the success of our 2022–2025 priorities which saw the Society grow in ambition, visibility, membership and reach.
Simon Ward, RES CEO
The Royal Entomological Society will:
- ensure Insect science remains at the forefront of research and decision-making
- build and nurture wider awareness, more engagement and curiosity around insect science
- empower the entomological community and help them feel valued at the heart of society
- Futureproof the discipline of insect science
Guided by our strategic priorities, we can increase the impact, relevance and sustainability of the Royal Entomological Society. This will also ensure we carry out our broader mission to enrich the world with insect science.
“Insect populations are changing rapidly and in many cases we don’t yet know why. Insect science is the key to understanding these shifts and what they mean for our ecosystems, food security and the health of the planet.”
Simon Ward, RES CEO
View our Strategy document:
“From the fragile wings of butterflies to the industrious societies of ants, the insect world is a testament to the beauty of evolution.”
– Sir David Attenborough, writer, broadcaster and naturalist. Sir David is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society
