Pusat Penelitian Kehutanan Internasional (CIFOR)

Since 2017, Regreening Africa has worked in 8 sub-Saharan African countries to restore vast areas of land for people, biodiversity, and climate. Here are 5 valuable lessons from 5 years of #RegreeningAfrica. ⤵️ #RegreenAfrica #GenerationRestoration #TreesPeoplePlanet

Forests are vital, but are women's voices heard in managing them? A new study by CIFOR-ICRAF and the University of Kisangani highlights the importance of integrating gender perspectives for sustainable and equitable forest utilization in the DRC's iconic Yangambi landscape. The research finds that studies considering gender alongside environmental concerns are crucial for perpetuating successful forest management interventions. Learn more:🔗 https://bit.ly/3WOqtTA #TreesPeoplePlanet

We recently welcomed a special group of visitors to our Soil and Land Health and Tree Seed labs – the STEM Club from Cambridge Spring School, with students ranging from kindergarten to Grade 6. This visit was a first for us, and it was an honor to spark their curiosity about trees and soil science. "Engaging with the community and students to encourage learning is an amazing way to inspire the next generation of soil scientists," says Bellah W., Senior Lab Technician “Our visit to CIFOR-ICRAF was an experience that left our learners challenged, motivated, and inspired. Most of our learners are passionate about science and research, and the visit was an exclusive opportunity for them to learn and have a first-hand experience from experts and researchers. We would like to visit again.” School Head Teacher. Learn more about our innovative labs and the services they provide ➡️: https://lnkd.in/dsbgb3Mj #STEM #SoilScience #TreesPeoplePlanet

💼 Internship opportunities We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya, as interns in the following positions: 💠 Project Implementation: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/djfcpnSx 💠 Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting (PMER) & Knowledge Management & Communication (KMCOMM): 🔗 https://lnkd.in/duUAMC3r Apply by August 31st! #Intership #ProjectImplementation #PMER

Forests are not just passive players; they are powerful allies in mitigating #climate change, sequestering carbon, and providing essential ecosystem services. They cool cities, protect #biodiversity, and sustain livelihoods. #TreesPeoplePlanet 👉: https://bit.ly/47FKSO8

Our global food system is deeply flawed, but trees and forests can radically improve food and nutrition security while also helping to heal our food systems. To achieve our vision of global food systems that nourish both people and the planet, we redoubled our efforts to promote the conservation of critical tree species through the use and widescale adoption of agroecological approaches, while also generating more evidence on how forests and trees contribute to people’s diets. Learn more about our work on Food and nutrition security in our #ImpactReport2023 🔗: https://bit.ly/3Mfg4eI #ImpactReport2023 #Trees4Resilience

The climate crisis is taking a toll on Africa – especially rural communities that depend on natural resources for their livelihoods. How should the continent respond to these challenges? Join the conversation at #GLFAfrica on Sept 17th. 🔗: http://bit.ly/4djkZab Global Landscapes Forum (GLF)

Did you know Africa's Great Green Wall initiative is led by a generation on the rise? With 64.5% under 25, Sahel's #youth are key to overcoming land degradation challenges. Rewind to June's #K4GGWA Youth Webinar where young minds explored solutions! ➡️ Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4dPixbK Join us August 30th for "Unlocking Women's Potential in and for the Great Green Wall", the second episode of the K4GGWA series – don't miss it! Register:🔗 https://bit.ly/4dPixZi #GenerationRestoration #GreatGreenWall Acteurs non étatiques de la Grande Muraille Verte | @Organisation des Jeunes Africains pour le Développement et l’Emergence | @Conajec Coordination Nationale des Jeunes pour l'Environnement et le Climat |

Today, CIFOR-ICRAF had the pleasure of hosting a distinguished delegation from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). The delegation, led by Dr. Han Yu, Vice President of NSFC, included Dr. Zhang Yongtao, Acting Director of the Bureau of International Cooperation; Ms. Zhu Weitong, Secretary of the Party Committee Office; Dr. Li Wencong, Division Director of Asia, Africa, and International Organizations; and Ms. Zhang Yiwei, Program Officer. Our team, led by Michael Dougherty, Director of Communications, Outreach, and Engagement, welcomed the delegation and introduced them to CIFOR-ICRAF's work. Catherine Muthuri, Prasad Hendre, Salina Abraham, Xu Jianchu and Bruce Scott,  also joined the discussions. During the visit, we explored potential synergies and discussed ways to strengthen our collaboration. CIFOR-ICRAF and NSFC share a common belief in the power of science to drive positive change and the importance of putting people at the center of our work. The delegation also had the opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art laboratories, including the Geospatial Lab, Soil Spectroscopy and Living Soils Lab, and the Tree Seed Lab. These visits provided valuable insights into CIFOR-ICRAF's research and innovation. We believe that global environmental challenges can only be addressed through cooperation, and we look forward to continued collaboration with NSFC for #TreesPeoplePlanet.

Did you know? 💭 Orangutans are currently listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. Habitat loss, hunting, and the pet trade are pushing orangutans to the brink. CIFOR-ICRAF works with local communities to find sustainable solutions to protect orangutans, including planting orangutan food trees, monitoring their habitats, and promoting eco-friendly livelihoods. Learn more:🔗 https://bit.ly/3M99mqP #InternationalOrangutanDay #OrangutanDay