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Achieving the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework’s goal of restoring 30% of degraded land by 2030 requires more than just planting trees. To truly protect and enhance biodiversity, restoration efforts must move beyond monocultures and embrace species-rich, biodiverse landscapes. At CBD COP16, the Global Biodiversity Standard (TGBS) was launched to set a new benchmark for nature-based solutions. Developed by Botanic Gardens Conservation International in partnership with CIFOR-ICRAF, Society for Ecological Restoration (SER), the Plan Vivo Foundation, TRAFFIC, and Ecosia – alongside in-country partners in six countries across the globe, the TGBS ensures restoration projects are biodiversity-positive, guided by rigorous assessments, ongoing mentorship, and tools like the Global Useful Native Trees Database. Two sites in Bolivia and Colombia are already certified, with others in India, Hong Kong, Madagascar, Kenya, and Uganda on their way. Learn more about TGBS:➡️ https://lnkd.in/dEM5mCRi #Trees4Resilience

We’re Hiring: Landscape Management Intern. Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to gain hands-on experience in economic research? Join CIFOR-ICRAF as an intern and contribute to cost-benefit analysis (CBA) for landscape management in Indonesia. 🔹 What You’ll Do: • Manage survey data: verify and correct discrepancies. • Assist with economic analysis using the Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) framework. • Interpret results and prepare detailed reports. • Coordinate data management and analysis with team and provincial staff. • Provide regular work progress updates. 📍 Location: Bogor, Indonesia 👉: Apply now: bit.ly/3BqYZwJ #Internship #Hiring #Jobs

At #COP16Riyadh, CIFOR-ICRAF's Anne Larson spotlighted Gender Transformative Approaches (GTAs) in a session on making land restoration efforts more inclusive. Drawing on insights from an International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-led project, Anne emphasized that GTAs go beyond addressing symptoms of gender inequality by tackling its structural causes, shifting socio-cultural norms, and reforming laws and policies. This approach empowers women’s land and resource rights while challenging power dynamics across all levels. Participants explored how these strategies can improve women’s access to opportunities and secure their roles in land governance. The session also highlighted practical tools and evidence-based practices to promote sustainable and equitable land restoration. Learn more about Gender Transformative Approaches:🔗 https://lnkd.in/d55Wpvhk International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) | Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT | #Trees4Resilience #GenderTA

"Young people are the future of restoration—and they need to be heard." At #COP16Riyadh, Sunday Geofrey highlights the important role of youth in restoration, emphasizing the need for resources, opportunities, and a seat at the table. "Restoration is expensive, but its benefits are very great. It is time to invest in the next generation to drive impactful change for people and the planet." #Trees4Resilience #Youth4Restoration #GenerationRestoration

📢 Call for Proposals The Explore program is offering grants to researchers in Southeast Asia to support innovative research on forest landscape governance. 💡 What’s on offer? ✅ Grants of USD 80,000–83,000 for 18–24 months ✅ Capacity development and expert mentorship ✅ Collaboration in the Explore Community of Practice Focus Themes: 1️⃣ Biodiversity Conservation & Inclusion: Emphasis on Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and marginalized groups. 2️⃣ Wetland Forest Governance: Focus on mangrove ecosystems. 📅 Deadline to apply: Friday, 31 January 2025, 17:00 Indochina Time. 🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3DmWegl RECOFTC | #ResearchGrants #Proposals | #Trees4Resilience

Yesterday in Lusaka, the Zambia Community Wildlife Economy Workshop brought together government leaders, communities, civil society, and the private sector to explore innovative strategies for building a sustainable wildlife economy. This event was part of the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme, funded by the European Union with additional support from Fonds français pour l'environnement mondial (FFEM) and AFD - Agence Française de Développement. Key takeaways: ✅ Launch of the Legal Game Meat Brochure. ✅ Training communities in conservation leadership. ✅ Restoring wildlife populations for economic resilience. Partners: FAO | Wildlife Producers Association of Zambia | DNPW | #SWMProgramme #Trees4Resilience

How can Indonesia's mangroves drive climate benefits while empowering coastal communities? Join the National Dialogue: Mangrove and Blue Carbon Business Model for Climate Benefits and Empowering Communities 🗓️ 17 Dec 2024 📍 Jakarta | online Learn about inclusive, impactful models bridging science, policy and practice. 👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/4gqntFa @brin_indonesia @Temasek #Trees4Resilience

Reflections from #COP16Riyadh Yesterday, CIFOR-ICRAF joined conversations on financing, science, and partnerships for restoration. Here are key highlights: 1️⃣ Breaking Barriers: Finance, Science, and Partnerships for Rangeland Restoration “To restore rangelands, adapt to local conditions, select the right species, and ensure monitoring,” emphasized Dave Hoover of USDA Bochola Sara Arero highlighted the importance of empowering pastoralists through leadership training and blending indigenous knowledge with modern practices for sustainable development. 2️⃣Empowering Pastoralist Women in Rangeland Restoration Djoudi Houria highlighted the role of pastoralist women in restoring rangelands. Their leadership and unique knowledge systems are critical for building resilience in arid and semi-arid ecosystems. 3️⃣ Multifunctional Landscapes for the Rio Conventions & SDGs Ermias Aynekulu Betemariam stressed the need to connect donors to impactful projects and better utilize carbon markets, tackling the $1B/day challenge of land degradation. 4️⃣Financing Soil Health for Food Systems Transformation Esther Penunia called for direct access to climate finance for farmers, recognizing them as equal partners in restoration efforts. Jyoti Jankowski advocated for long-term partnerships, investing in social enterprises, and adapting agri-tech to local needs. Cristiane Gomes highlighted the importance of localizing policies and solutions for indigenous communities, bridging language barriers. "We often undersell the value of our soil by evaluating it too narrowly", noted Ermias Aynekulu Betemariam. We must start to measure soil holistically—accounting for its role in climate, biodiversity, land restoration, and hydrological functions. CGIAR | International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) | 4p1000 Initiative |

What is the Nairobi Declaration on Fertilizer and Soil Health, and how does it contribute to Africa’s broader restoration agenda? Signed earlier this year, the Nairobi Declaration serves as Africa's continental blueprint for tackling soil degradation—a challenge deeply intertwined with food security, poverty, and climate resilience. The declaration reflects a commitment by African member states to implement a 10-year action plan focused on critical interventions in policy, markets, and capacity building, address the accelerating impact of climate change on soil health, and center soil restoration as a cornerstone of food systems transformation. Learn more from Manyewu Mutamba of AUDA NEPAD. “We cannot have a food systems transformation until we deal with the issues related to soil health.” #Trees4Resilience #COP16Riyadh

A Day of Insightful Engagements at #COP16Riyadh. Yesterday, CIFOR-ICRAF participated in a series of sessions, spotlighting the critical role of restoration, governance, and innovation in achieving sustainable landscapes and resilient communities. 💡 Session Highlights: 1️⃣ At the IUCN Pavilion, we joined discussions on Target 2 of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, focusing on restoring 1 billion hectares of degraded ecosystems by 2030. Leigh Winowiecki emphasized the untapped potential of rangelands, sharing how open data and robust monitoring can drive transformative action. 2️⃣ In MET-02, Salina Abraham and Patrick Worms joined a Tree Aid session that explored how local and inclusive forest governance can scale up sustainable land restoration efforts and attract private investment, with a focus on the Great Green Wall initiative. 3️⃣ Ermias Aynekulu Betemariam joined two sessions: At MET-03, he joined a panel discussion focusing on how IoT, solar-powered irrigation, and big data are revolutionizing water management and boosting productivity in fragile ecosystems like the Sahel. Later, at the Green Zone Pavilion 1, he engaged in a panel on prioritizing strategies to combat land degradation. 4️⃣ At the ICESCO Pavilion, Christine Magaju contributed to a session on promoting biodiversity and community resilience through the Great Green Wall. 5️⃣ At the FAO Pavilion, Leigh Winowiecki highlighted the role of soil biodiversity in enhancing drought resilience and soil health. Key Takeaway: Collaborative efforts across diverse sectors and ecosystems are critical to addressing desertification and land degradation. #Trees4Resilience #COP16Riyadh