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THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES: COLLABORATING FOR CONSERVATION Effective conservation efforts hinge on strong partnerships with local communities. Sepik Wetlands & Peatland Limited exemplifies this by engaging local stakeholders in Papua New Guinea. By involving local populations in the preservation of wetlands and peatlands, the company ensures that conservation strategies align with traditional knowledge and practices. This collaboration fosters a sense of ownership among community members, empowering them to protect their natural resources. Additionally, these partnerships provide economic benefits through sustainable livelihood opportunities, creating a mutually beneficial relationship that strengthens both environmental and social resilience. The success of such initiatives underscores the importance of integrating local communities into conservation frameworks for lasting impact. #CommunityConservation #SustainablePartnerships #IndigenousLeadership

Support is increasing across Canada for Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas (IPCAs), with more than 50 Indigenous communities currently funded to establish or plan IPCAs. In this recent paper, researchers, Indigenous scholars and Dene Tha’ First Nation leaders call for a continued push to embed Indigenous knowledge, rights and values into Canada’s national conservation strategy. https://buff.ly/3ETNITR #IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousKnowledge Nicolas Mansuy Brenda Parlee Alexandra T. Danika Littlechild

THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES: COLLABORATING FOR CONSERVATION Effective conservation efforts hinge on strong partnerships with local communities. Sepik Wetlands & Peatland Limited exemplifies this by engaging local stakeholders in Papua New Guinea. By involving local populations in the preservation of wetlands and peatlands, the company ensures that conservation strategies align with traditional knowledge and practices. This collaboration fosters a sense of ownership among community members, empowering them to protect their natural resources. Additionally, these partnerships provide economic benefits through sustainable livelihood opportunities, creating a mutually beneficial relationship that strengthens both environmental and social resilience. The success of such initiatives underscores the importance of integrating local communities into conservation frameworks for lasting impact. #CommunityConservation #SustainablePartnerships #IndigenousLeadership

Great example of local communities securing their land tenure for their benefit and to conserve the environment for future generations in Tanzania! Secure land tenure is a critical step forwards for sustainable development and conservation in Africa. https://lnkd.in/dVFi49Vz

Leadership. Empowerment. Connection back to the earth Pathways to slow down the climate crisis. IPCAs in Canada are a must

🌍 **World Wetlands Day: A Call to Action!** 🌿 On this World Wetlands Day, let's unite to safeguard our precious ecosystems. Solomon and dedicated activists at Kunga Environment Uganda implore everyone to recognize the critical role wetlands play in maintaining biodiversity and ecological balance. 🚫 **Stop Wetlands Degradation: Our Collective Responsibility!** Wetlands are under threat, with 80% of degradation in Africa attributed to government actions. We urge governments to prioritize conservation over development, recognizing the long-term benefits for communities and the planet. 🌧️ **Floods Sweeping Across African Cities: A Warning!** Cities like Nairobi, Lusaka, Kampala, and Dar es Salaam face increased flooding due to wetlands destruction. This not only endangers lives but also disrupts livelihoods. It's time to address this crisis collectively. 🌱 **International Community, Take Action on the Ground!** We implore the international community to step beyond policy discussions and engage with local communities directly. Only by understanding their needs, we can create sustainable solutions that balance development with environmental preservation. 🤝 **Join the Movement: Preserve Wetlands for Future Generations!** Let's stand together to halt wetlands degradation. Whether you're an individual, community leader, or policymaker, your actions matter. Preserve wetlands today for a thriving planet tomorrow. #StopWetlandsDegradation #WorldWetlandsDay2024

How can we balance development and conservation? 🌱 Today, our science community is delving into the complex relationship between land use and the environment in Africa🌍. You are invited to join the conversation! #OpenDiscussion #LandUse #Sustainability #Africa

 Unpacking the Justice Implications of Nature-Based Solutions in Kenya The Africa Research and Impact Network (ARIN) is excited to announce the launch of the #JUCAN project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at understanding the governance dynamics of Nature-Based Solutions (#NbS) in Kenya and their implications for a just green #transition. NbS, while touted as a win-win #solution for climate, biodiversity, and people, often raise concerns about potential trade-offs and impacts on local communities. JUCAN seeks to shed light on these #complexities by examining three case studies: the Northern Kenya Carbon Project, the Wildlife Works Kasigau Corridor, and the Blue Forests Solutions Project. Key objectives of JUCAN include: #Understanding the institutional dynamics and governance arrangements of NbS in Kenya #Assessing the implications of these arrangements for a just-green transition Building capacity for NbS governance research #Developing policy recommendations for equitable and effective NbS implementation. By investigating the interplay between climate, biodiversity, and community development objectives, JUCAN will contribute to a deeper understanding of how NbS can be #designed and #implemented to ensure a #just and #equitable transition to a low-carbon future. Read more:https://shorturl.at/yYJJW #JUCAN #NbS #ClimateJustice #GreenTransition #Kenya #Research #ARIN

"Right now, Mushkegowuk Council — representing its seven member Omushkego First Nations and two others that have signed on for this project — is working to advance a massive Indigenous-led conservation project here. Eventually, the plan is to protect a large swath of the lowlands and also portions of Weenebeg and Washaybeyoh (or Hudson Bay) amounting to an area five times the size of Nova Scotia." #indigenous #conservation #problemsolving #projectmanagement #leadership https://lnkd.in/gUsJMvZ6

On this Desertification and Drought Day, LANDnet Uganda proudly joins the global community in raising awareness about the pressing issue of desertification and land degradation. As we commemorate this day, we emphasize the critical importance of secure tenure rights as a cornerstone for achieving Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN). Secure tenure rights empower communities, encourage sustainable land management practices, and protect ecosystems. By ensuring that individuals and communities have recognized and enforceable rights to their land, we create a foundation for long-term stewardship and conservation efforts. Let us all work together to promote policies and initiatives that secure land tenure, fostering resilience against desertification and contributing to a healthier planet for future generations. LANDnet Uganda remains committed to advocating for secure tenure rights and sustainable land management practices. Together, we can achieve Land Degradation Neutrality and protect our land for generations to come. #DesertificationDay #LandDegradationNeutrality #SecureTenureRights #SustainableLandManagement TMG Research gGmbH - TMG Think Tank for Sustainability Unccd Convention Forest Watch International Land Coalition FAO Landesa Oxfam International