Join us to restore the land—and unlock the opportunities for a more sustainable, resilient and equitable future!
Let's commemorate this year's Desertification and Drought Day.
Events around the world 2025
EVENTS in Africa
Benin, Parakou, 2025-06-17
Tree planting campaign phase 2 - organized by ONG OLA Africa
The seedling planting in schools amis to combat desertification and raise awareness among pupils about the benefits of trees. The target schools are those that have no fences and few trees, so seedlings will be planted along their perimeters to add greenery and provide a sense of security. The initiative is in collaboration with the Borgou Forestry Inspectorate and forestry officers. Involving future generations is key to preserving our ecosystem. Learn about the first phase in May 2025: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ltd1CrhWT or https://youtu.be/nKUNeax7tus
More information: Event website
Cape Verde, Cidade da Praia , 2025-05-16
Environmental Forum - organized by Associação para a Defesa do Ambiente e Desenvolvimento ADAD
The event will bring together key stakeholders to promote ecosystem restoration, climate action and sustainable development. Held in a hybrid format, the event will feature COP-related sessions, project presentations and tree planting, aiming to raise awareness and mobilize resources for environmental initiatives
Chad, Massakory,Hadjer Lamis, 2025-06-17
Célébration de la Journée Mondiale de lutte contre la Désertification et la Sécheresse édition 2025 - organized by House of Africa
Dans le cadre de la Journée Mondiale de Lutte contre la Désertification et la Sécheresse - Édition 2025, l’ONG House of Africa, accréditée par la UNCCD, en collaboration avec la Délégation Provinciale de l'Environnement, de la Pêche et du Développement Durable de Hadjer Lamis, organise une plantation d'arbres. Cet événement vise à sensibiliser la communauté à l'importance de la reforestation et à lutter contre les effets de la désertification.More information: Event website, Event Flyer
Egypt, Alexandria, 2025-05-10
Toward active youth action in combating desertification - organized by Bibliotheca Alexandrina
The BA Sustainable Development Studies, Youth Capacity Building, and African Relations Support Program, in collaboration with the Desert Research Center, organizes a workshop entitled “Towards Active Youth Action in Combating Desertification in Africa.” During multiple sessions, the workshop will address the issue of desertification on the African continent and ways to tackle it. It will also highlight the importance of biodiversity and how to preserve it, and will examine the uses of modern technology and geographic information systems in tackling the problem of desertification in Africa. Nearly one hundred African students studying at Egyptian universities and participating in the BA youth capacity building programs are expected to attend the workshop
Eswatini, Manzini, 2025-06-19
Donga rehabilitation and restoration - organized by Ministry of Agriculture-Department of Land Use Planning and Development
A 20-hectare area of degraded land in Sigcaweni, Lubombo region, is being successfully rehabilitated to protect local livelihoods and infrastructure. A 0.5 km-long donga threatening grazing lands, homesteads and public utilities has been stabilized through water diversion, slope reshaping, fencing and vetiver grass planting. Ongoing efforts include planting fruit and wild trees to enhance economic opportunities and ecosystem resilience. Restored grasslands will support livestock, particularly during dry seasons.More information: Event website
Kenya, 2025-06-17
Observance of the Desertification and Drought Day - organized by Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA)
The Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA) Programme, led by CIFOR-ICRAF, FAO, and supported by the European Union, is organizing an event that will feature interactive presentations and inspiring video content from member countries of the Great Green Wall Initiative. Together, we will showcase the groundbreaking work of innovators and advocates who are actively regenerating landscapes and improving livelihoods across the Sahel and the Horn of Africa. The event will honor the K4GGWA Innovation Facility laureats and their successes that demonstrate how restoring land creates jobs, boosts food and water security, supports climate action and builds economic resilience. More information: Event website
Mozambique, 2025-06-17
Accelerating African aolutions for drought resilience and land restoration - organized by The African Union
The Republic of Mozambique, the African Union and the UNCCD are organizing a webinar on "Accelerating African Solutions for Drought Resilience and Land Restoration” The event will explore Africa’s progress and persistent challenges in addressing drought and land degradation, reflecting on the efforts to contribute to the achievement of the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Registration link: Webinar Registration - ZoomMore information: Event website, PDF
Namibia, 2025-06-16
NamTip Winter School - organized by NamTip
NamTip project is a German-Namibian partnership focused on sustainable land management, where work together to understand social-ecological tipping points related to desertification and woody plant encroachment, including their ecological and social drivers. The project explores management options to prevent or restore degraded ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on climate change and stakeholder-specific capacity development. Ahead of this year's Desertification and Drought Day, NamTip is organizing a Winter School in Namibia from June 16 to 20, 2025, with educational modules designed by NamTip scientists, aimed at students from Namibia’s universities who are studying conservation and agriculture.
Nigeria, Kani, 2025-06-17
A community event and tree planting - organized by Center for Renewable Energy and Action on Climate Change (CREACC-NG)
An CREACC-NG event focused on raising awareness and promoting practical solution will include community engagement, knowledge-sharing and the planting of 50 climate-resilient trees to demonstrate local action in restoring degraded land.More information: Event website, PDF
Nigeria, Nigeria https://csdevnet.org/, 2025-06-17
Desertification and Drought Day X Space - organized by Climate and Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria
Join the Climate and Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria on Twitter (X) Space at 7:00PM WAT as we commemorate Desertification and Drought Day for an opportunity to discuss innovative solutions to land degradation and drought in Nigeria and across Africa.More information: Event website
Nigeria, Lagos, 2025-06-22
Sport4Land charity match - organized by #Sport4Land
In his first engagement as Sport4LandChampion, William Troost-Ekong will host a charity football in honor of this year's Desertification and Drought Day and its theme “Restore the Land. Unlock the Opportunities.” The event will bring together athletes, fans and community members in a celebration of the power of sport to unite and drive meaningful change for the land.
South Africa, 2025-06-17
Unveiling World Drought Atlas: Regional perspectives - organized by Global Water Partnership
Drawing from recent drought events, experts from the Americas, Africa and Asia will share how their regions have been affected, the preparedness and response mechanisms deployed, the importance of involving local perspectives in drought response and management, and key lessons for future resilience. This session will demonstrate how regionally tailored approaches are critical for managing drought but can also provide important insights for other places around the world. Webinar registration: https://gwp-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/8wQyHqXZT7qbyqXsiuutFg#/registration
South Africa, Limpopo, 2025-06-17
Nationwide engagement campaign - organized by Department of forestry, fisheries and the environment
The day will be marked by nationwide awareness campaigns, school competitions, clean-up drives, tree plantings and the launch of the Greening Drylands Partnership pilot project. The events aim to promote land restoration, sustainable land management and drought resilience with strong emphasis on youth and community engagement.
Togo, Tsévié, 2025-06-05
Race to plant 2028 trees with Sport4Land Champion Naomi Akakpo - organized by APEVIA
A bold reforestation and youth education program uses the power of sport to combat desertification — a serious threat to health and agriculture. Running through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the program will:Plant 2028 trees in Togo each year
Teach environmental stewardship through sport and play
Inspire public action for the planet
The highlight is an annual race where 200 young Togolese plant trees with the UNCCD Sport4Land Champion for food security Naomi Akakpo. Year-round, workshops and sport-based sessions reinforce the message — restoring land, one game at a time.
Uganda, 2025-06-17
A Call to Restore - organized by Youth Go Green Uganda
Muyanja James, a Ugandan climate advocate, poet and youth coordinator who works with Youth Go Green (Uganda), HEY Campaign / The Ashley Lashley Foundation, International Diplomats, World Youth Parliament for Water, My Body is My Body Foundation and YOUNGO NDCS working group, composed called a poem "A Call to Restore: Unlocking Opportunities."More information: Event Flyer
Uganda, Omoro, 2025-06-17
FMNR activities - organized by World Vision Uganda
Oryem Sunday, an Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) Champion from Northern Uganda, supports communities in restoring degraded land through farmer-led tree regeneration. He promotes FMNR to improve soil fertility, boost livelihoods, and is marking the Day by leading community sensitization and distributing 8,000 Calliandra seedlings for bee forage and regreening.More information: Event Flyer
Events in Asia
China, Yinchuan/Ningxia, 2025-06-15
The national observance of Desertification and Drought Day - organized by National Forestry and Grassland Administration
The national observance of Desertification and Drought Day, co-organized by the National Forestry and Grassland Administration, Boao Forum for Asia, and the People's Government of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, will feature a series of public outreach events in Yinchuan. Activities at the Ningxia Science and Technology Museum, Ningxia Museum, and Ningxia Library will include science lectures, youth workshops, and exhibitions on the Three-North Shelterbelt Program and desertification art, aiming to raise awareness and encourage youth engagement in land restoration.
China, Xinjiang, 2025-06-17
30th anniversary of the success awards in desertification control - organized by Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography/Chinese Academy of Sciences (XIEG)
As this year marks the 30 anniversary of the Success Awards in Desertification Control, XIEG will mark the day by showcasing the progress achieved in the Taklimakan over the years.
India, Baidyabati , 2025-06-17
Land restoration activities - organized by Young Naturalist Network (YNN)
A field program Baidyabati Municipal City to help restore degraded land and flooded areas will feature tree planing planting, landscape survey and soil testing. A public campaign to engage students, citizens and volunteers is organized in partnership with Biswa Bondhu Society and the Baidyabati Biodiversity Management Committee.
India, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, 2025-08-02
First Asia-Pacific Happy Landing Festival - organized by Young Naturalist Network
First Asia-Pacific Happy Landing Festival, a vibrant and impactful event dedicated to connecting people with nature and promoting land and environmental restoration and conservation of vulnerable mangroves zone of Navi Mumbai and Mumbai - Maharashtra. 13 km-long walk rally traverse Palm Beach Road, Navi Mumbai and planting native mangrove species partnering with various government and private stakeholders at Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary. First Asia-Pacific Happy Landing Festival also promote Sustainable Airlines Initiative. More information: Event website
Korea, Republic of, Seoul, 2025-06-17
National observance of Desertification and Drought Day - organized by Korea Forest Service
The Korea Forest Service of the ROK will hold a seminar that will bring together members of the National Assembly, representatives of drought-related organizations and experts. The participants will share policies and research on drought prevention and response. In addition, the ROK will also hold a Youth English contest to raise awareness of the UNCCD and global efforts to restore degraded lands and forests.
Mongolia, Mandalgovi, 2025-06-16
Youth4Land National Forum - organized by UN Mongolia
Organized in the lead-up to the 17th Session of the Conference of the Parties (UNCCD COP17) and in observance of the Desertification and Drought Day 2025, the forum will bring together young herders, young scholars and policymakers to co-create solutions and share best practices for sustainable land management. Taking place in Mandalgovi, Dundgovi Province, it will highlight the integration of traditional knowledge and scientific evidence, foster resilience against desertification and promote youth engagement in national land restoration efforts.
Pakistan, Lahore, 2025-06-17
DDD2025 observance - organized by Lahore College for Women University
To mark the day, the Geography Society and IRC at Lahore College for Women University are hosting an international webinar featuring experts from the UK, Georgia, China, Argentina and Ghana. Aligned with this year’s global theme on land restoration, the event will highlight real-world success stories, climate-smart practices and data-driven models for sustainable land management across drylands.More information: Event website
Saudi Arabia, Jeddah, 2025-06-17
Drought report and awareness campaign - organized by Climate Change Center NCM
The observance includes the release of a drought report, a webinar on drought and climate change, and a launch of a social media campaign highlighting the role of land restoration in building resilience and safeguarding nature's resources.
Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, 2025-06-17
Workshop on National Action Program to combat desertification - organized by The Scientific Information Center (SIC) of the Interstate Commission on Sustainable Development
The Scientific Information Center of the Interstate Commission on Sustainable Development together with the UNDP project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and Ecosystems of High Natural Value in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits” is planning to hold a national workshop with participation of international experts on June 17. The workshop will be dedicated to the Desertification and Drought Day. The main topic of the seminar is the concept of updating the National Action Program to combat desertification of Turkmenistan.
EVENTS in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Argentina, 2025-06-09
Online workshop - organized by Fundación CAUCE: Cultura Ambiental – Causa Ecologista
The online workshop ""Argentina facing desertification and drought: Where are we and where are we going?" on the road to to Désertif'actions 2026 brings togetehr civil society, experts and local actors to co-create solutions that boost territorial resilience and influence environmental policy. Open to all committed to land care and sustainability. Register here.
More information: Event website
Argentina, 2025-06-17
Webinar "Seizing opportunities: Challenges and perspectives in Patagonia" - organized by Dirección de Ecosistemas Terrestres y Acuáticos Subsecretaría de Ambiente
This virtual event, organized by the National Observatory on Land Degradation and Desertification to commemorate the Desertification and Drought Day 2025, will take place on Zoom via the following link:
https://conicet-gov-ar.zoom.us/j/81167958284?pwd=kgACMC0VD603l3EYpNbfrvdtcOjqCr.1 Meeting ID: 811 6795 8284; Access code: eX!rev9KAi
Brazil, 2025-06-17
A land of opportunities: The restoration economy in Brazil - organized by G20 Global Land Initiative
Webinar spotlighting Brazil’s leadership and innovation in land restoration, co-hosted by the G20 Global Land Initiative and Instituto Terra, will explore how the country’s growing restoration economy is driving sustainable development, green jobs and entrepreneurship, with insights from government, business, finance and young eco-entrepreneurs.More information: Event website
Brazil, Campina Grande Paraíba, 2025-06-17
Seminário: Restaurar a terra. Criar oportunidades - organized by Ministério do Meio Ambiente e Mudança do Clima
Campina Grande (PB) will host the national seminar "Restore the land. Create the opportunities" that will bring together researchers, politicians, public managers, business owners and representatives of organized civil society to discuss strategies for land restoration, sustainable development and adaptation to climate change in the Brazilian semi-arid region. Watch here.More information: Event website, Event Flyer
Chile, La Serena, 2025-06-17
Regional consultation on policies and investments for drought resilience - organized by FAO
Held under the FAO-led GEF project supporting UNCCD COP drought decisions, this regional consultation will bring together stakeholders to exchange knowledge on drought policy and financing. The event aims to strengthen institutional coordination, identify financing gaps and explore sustainable investment strategies to enhance drought resilience across the region.
Guatemala, Departamento de Quetzaltenango, 2025-06-24
Commemorative event - organized by Ministerio de Ambiente y Recursos Naturales a través del Departamento de Lucha Contra la Degradación de Tierras, la Desertificación y la Sequía en Guatemala.
The event will gather key actors to share insights on land restoration, climate resilience and the role of women in land governance. It includes symposia, field visits and dialogue spaces, promoting restoration efforts in Guatemala and beyond, supported by IUCN, UNCCD and other partners.
Mexico, 2025-06-17
Commemorative event - organized by The Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development
The national program will highligh the impacts of land degradation on food security and water availability. Through field visits and awareness activities, the event will promote sustainable land and water management, encourage climate adaptation and foster collaboration to build agricultural resilienceMore information: PDF
Peru, Moquegua, 2025-06-17
DDD2025 observance - organized by Ministerio del Ambiente del Perú MINAM
The event will highlight the actions that are being carried out in the fight against desertification, land degradation and drought, as well as the opportunities for synergies among the various institutions, organizations, academia and civil society, generating a space for dialogue, exchange of experiences and strengthening of alliances.
Peru, 2025-06-17
Bringing life back to the land: perspectives on land restoration in Latin America - organized by AIDER
The webinar will offer participants an opportunity to reflect on the challenges for land restoration in Latin America and share proposals to improve land health for the benefit of people and nature. Register here.
EVENTS in Northern Mediterranean.
Hungary, Budapest, 2025-05-22
Regional conference on combating desertification and drought - organized by General Directorate of Water Management/OPTAIN
Join the OPTAIN Continental Regional Dialogue, focusing on combating desertification and drought by promoting Natural/Small Water Retention Measures (NSWRMs). The hybrid event brings together stakeholders across the Pannonian, Continental and Boreal regions to exchange knowledge and support the integration of NSWRMs into water and land management. Organized by ATK and OVF with OPTAIN partners, the conference aligns with Desertification and Drought Day 2025 and highlights national implementation of the UNCCD. Remember to register early.More information: Event website, PDF
Italy, Arcavacata di Rende (CS), 2025-06-11
Siccità e scarsità idrica nel Mezzogiorno. Giornata di studi sulla prevenzione, previsione e gestione del rischio - organized by Department of Environmental Engineering, University of Calabria
A workshop on drought and water scarcity in Southern Italy brought together professors and scientists who presented their work in three scientific sessions, followed by a round table involving several stakeholder to discuss the adaptation strategies to fight drought and water scarcity.More information: Event website, PDF
Italy, Sassari, 2025-06-17
Restore the land to unlock the opportunities. Frontiers of innovation and communication - organized by Desertification Research Centre/University of Sassari (NRD)
The University of Sassari, CNR’s Institute for Bioeconomy and the MONALISA and TERRASAFE projects are hosting a webinar to showcase solutions for land restoration and foster dialogue among stakeholders. The goal is to turn knowledge into inclusive, effective action for sustainable land management.More information: Event website, PDF
Italy, Messina, 2025-06-17
Scientific conference on Integrated strategies to combat desertification - organized by AssoCEA Messina APS - Ordine dei Chimici e Fisici della Provincia di Messina
The Society of Chemists and Physicists of Messina and AssoCEA Messina APS, with the InFEA network, will convene a high-level scientific conference to apply the MEDALUS framework to analyze climate, soil, vegetation and land-use drivers of desertification in Southern Italy—especially Sicily and Sardinia—and present integrated, data-driven strategies for prevention, mitigation and ecological restoration.More information: Event website, PDF
Spain, 2025-06-17
DDD2025 observance - organized by Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge: Fundación Biodiversidad
Join the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge: Fundación Biodiversidad together with the General Subdirectorate of Forestry Policy and Fight against Desertification at 11:00 hours in Casa Árabe (C. de Alcalá 62, Madrid) to mark this year's Desertification and Drought Day under the theme "Restore the Land. Unlock the opportunities"
Spain, Madrid, 2025-06-17
Día de Lucha contra la Desertificación y la Sequía 2025: Restaurar la tierra, generar oportunidades - organized by Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica y el Reto Demográfico
The Biodiversity Foundation of the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, in collaboration with Casa África, is organizing a conference at Casa Árabe in Madrid, providing a platform to showcase solutions to desertification and drought, with a special focus on the role of youth.More information: Event website
Türkiye, 2025-06-17
Google Doodle online petition - organized by General Directorate of Combating Desertification and Erosion
In Türkiye, 65% of the land is categorized as arid or semi-arid, leaving millions of people and diverse ecosystems struggling daily under the relentless grip of drought. The UN has officially recognized 17 June as the Desertification and Drought Day, a vital opportunity for increased public engagement and awareness. This petition is a call to action to launch a special Google Doodle for the Day to educate the public on the vital issue of combating desertification and drought. More information: Event website
Türkiye, 2025-06-17
Nationwide observance - organized by Ministry of environment, urbanization and climate change
The nation-wide activities dedicated to the Day include a school art competition, with winners receiving awards on 17 June, an accompanying exhibition, a Rio Protocol signing between three focal point ministries on synergies between land restoration, biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation, and a collage of video testimonials on benefits of land restoration featuring participants on the recent LDN TSP2.0 ILUP workshop in South Africa.
Türkiye, 2025-06-19
Webinar on innovative monitoring systems for sustainable land management - organized by Mediterranean Forestry Network
The session will spotlight Türkiye’s cutting-edge approaches to monitoring land degradation, desertification and soil erosion, to share expertise and knowledge and fostering partnerships. It will showcase Türkiye’s national monitoring systems, including desertification susceptibility model, ynamic erosion model and monitoring system, soil organic carbon modeling and mapping, national land cover and land use classification and monitoring system and land degradation neutrality decision support system.More information: Event website
Annex V: Central and Eastern Europe (CEE)
Georgia, Tbilisi , 2025-06-17
Grassroots action against desertification - organized by Association for Farmers Rights Defense AFRD
AFRD invites you to a community-focused event in Kakheti Region, showcasing practical Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) against land degradation. Through hands-on demonstrations of seed ball techniques, engaging youth and community members and expert discussions, The event will highlight an accessible, scalable approach to restoring grass cover, protecting biodiversity and building local resilience against desertification.
Moldova, Republic of, Chisinau, 2025-05-30
National pre-validation workshop - organized by Ministry of Environment
The workshop to advance national Land Degradation Neutrality targets under the LDN TSP 2.0 initiative, aligned with this year's Desertification and Drought Day, brought together national stakeholders and UNCCD experts to review progress and refine targets to restore land and unlock sustainable land-based opportunities.
Serbia, Belgrade, 2025-06-17
University rally - organized by University of Belgrade Faculty of Agriculture
Professors and students will gather under the banner “Our Land. Our Rights. Our Lives.” Linking student action with the fight against desertification, the rally will spotlight how poor land management, intensive agriculture, industrial pollution, soil sealing, illegal landfills and mining degrade the soil, calling for the restoration of the nation’s lands.
EVENTS in Non-annex countries
France, Paris, 2025-06-17
Day of the Sahel at the Botanic Gardens - organized by Jardin des Serres d'Auteuil
Organized in partnership with the NGO SOS Sahel, the program will highlight the organization’s efforts to combat desertification in the Sahel and present a selection of heritage products. The visitors will sample artisanal beverages, syrups, sauces and seasonings inspired by West African culinary traditions, crafted in Alsace using ancient grains like fonio and millet, learn about Nima Fairly, a social enterprise promoting ethical and traceable food, cosmetics and accessories from over ten African countries to European markets and take advantage of a guided greenhouse tour to explore African and Sahelian plant collections.More information: Event website
France, 2025-06-17
La résilience des territoires face aux sécheresses - organized by CARI
A webinar (in French) on support for drought management in drylands at local, national and international levels will cover the following topics: Drought impacts, crisis management and the potential of agro-ecology as a drought response in oasis systems; drought issues addressed by UNCCD and in international negotiations; Désertif'actions 2026: co-constructing common positions in a multi-stakeholder dynamic to support drought resilience.More information: Event website
Germany, Bonn, 2025-06-17
Action day at UNCCD first land-friendly school - organized by BMZ
The Bodenaktionstag /Land Action Day at Gesamtschule Bonns Fünfte, the first officially recognized UNCCD land-friendly school, features student presentations on school garden projects, hands-on activities about soil and land health, a symbolic tree planting and interactive stations that make learning about land restoration fun and engaging, and showcase how young people are taking action to protect and restore their native land.
Netherlands, 2025-06-05
Webinar: Toward just land policies for Land Degradation Neutrality - organized by Land Portal Foundation
Hosted by TMG Research and the Land Portal Foundation, this 90-minute webinar brings together voices from across the land and restoration community to explore data, field insights, and advocacy pathways toward inclusive, sustainable land governance. Timed ahead of key global forums, the event supports coordinated action for Land Degradation Neutrality and just land policies on the road to UNCCD COP17. Register now.
Switzerland, 2025-06-17
Streams of Change webinar series - organized by UNITAR
The session "Water scarcity solutions: Managing drought risks,” aligned with the Desertification Day, will delve into innovative technologies, strategic approaches and policy solutions designed to mitigate drought impacts and manage water scarcity, issues that are increasingly critical in our changing climate. Register here: Webinar Registration - ZoomMore information: PDF
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Cheltenham, 2025-06-17
Innovations for Tackling Desertification - organized by TERRASAFE and MONALISA
Join us 10:00–12:00 CET for an online webinar to explore solutions and research addressing: land degradation and desertification in drylands and drought-affected regions. We will also discuss building resilience for a sustainable future with Benz Kotzen (University of Greenwich), Gustavo Viera Ruiz (Gesplan) and Leigh Winowiecki (CIFOR-ICRAF). Registration: https://terrasafe.eu/event/innovations-for-tackling-desertification-webinarMore information: Event website
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, London, 2025-06-17
Green Musketeer movie screening - organized by The Dutch Centre
Green Musketeer tells the inspiring story of Dutch inventor Pieter Hoff, whose mission to reforest two billion hectares of degraded land led to the creation of the Waterboxx® and Growboxx®—innovative tools that grow trees and vegetables in arid regions without irrigation. The film follows Hoff’s global efforts, his resilience in the face of setbacks, and his fight against illness, offering a moving portrait of visionary leadership and environmental innovation. The screening includes an introduction by his son, Wout Hoff, who now leads Groasis and continues this vital work. A post-film discussion with Wout will explore the ongoing impact of their mission. Groasis, recognized as a Dutch National Icon, exemplifies innovation with global potential and societal value.More information: Event website
United States of America, Worldwide, 2025-06-05
#Land4OurFuture: A social media activation for land rights and climate resilience - organized by Stand for Her Land and UNCCD Youth Caucus
Join #Land4OurFuture, a two-week global social media activation mobilizing youth and women to champion land rights, restoration and drought resilience as solutions to climate change, gender inequality and sustainable development. From World Environment Day to Desertification and Drought Day, we’ll spotlight real stories, drive online advocacy and call for urgent action. Follow us and join the campaign: @Stand4HerLand @UNCCD_Youth _Caucus
United States of America, Allentown, 2025-06-17
From Soil to Life: A TreePampers workshop on soil-driven restoration - organized by NeWay Envirotech LLC
The workshop brings together youth, innovators and restoration advocates to explore how soil microbiome activation can drive land restoration. Featuring the TreePampers technology with its BioBoost formula, the event includes a live demonstration, hands-on planting session and a discussion on science-driven strategies for regenerating degraded land. From carbon-based microbial stimulation to improved soil structure, we plant the future from the soil up.More information: PDF
EVENTS in Africa
Benin, Parakou, 2025-06-17
Tree planting campaign phase 2 - organized by ONG OLA Africa
The seedling planting in schools amis to combat desertification and raise awareness among pupils about the benefits of trees. The target schools are those that have no fences and few trees, so seedlings will be planted along their perimeters to add greenery and provide a sense of security. The initiative is in collaboration with the Borgou Forestry Inspectorate and forestry officers. Involving future generations is key to preserving our ecosystem. Learn about the first phase in May 2025: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ltd1CrhWT or https://youtu.be/nKUNeax7tus
More information: Event website
Cape Verde, Cidade da Praia , 2025-05-16
Environmental Forum - organized by Associação para a Defesa do Ambiente e Desenvolvimento ADAD
The event will bring together key stakeholders to promote ecosystem restoration, climate action and sustainable development. Held in a hybrid format, the event will feature COP-related sessions, project presentations and tree planting, aiming to raise awareness and mobilize resources for environmental initiatives
Chad, Massakory,Hadjer Lamis, 2025-06-17
Célébration de la Journée Mondiale de lutte contre la Désertification et la Sécheresse édition 2025 - organized by House of Africa
Dans le cadre de la Journée Mondiale de Lutte contre la Désertification et la Sécheresse - Édition 2025, l’ONG House of Africa, accréditée par la UNCCD, en collaboration avec la Délégation Provinciale de l'Environnement, de la Pêche et du Développement Durable de Hadjer Lamis, organise une plantation d'arbres. Cet événement vise à sensibiliser la communauté à l'importance de la reforestation et à lutter contre les effets de la désertification.More information: Event website, Event Flyer
Egypt, Alexandria, 2025-05-10
Toward active youth action in combating desertification - organized by Bibliotheca Alexandrina
The BA Sustainable Development Studies, Youth Capacity Building, and African Relations Support Program, in collaboration with the Desert Research Center, organizes a workshop entitled “Towards Active Youth Action in Combating Desertification in Africa.” During multiple sessions, the workshop will address the issue of desertification on the African continent and ways to tackle it. It will also highlight the importance of biodiversity and how to preserve it, and will examine the uses of modern technology and geographic information systems in tackling the problem of desertification in Africa. Nearly one hundred African students studying at Egyptian universities and participating in the BA youth capacity building programs are expected to attend the workshop
Eswatini, Manzini, 2025-06-19
Donga rehabilitation and restoration - organized by Ministry of Agriculture-Department of Land Use Planning and Development
A 20-hectare area of degraded land in Sigcaweni, Lubombo region, is being successfully rehabilitated to protect local livelihoods and infrastructure. A 0.5 km-long donga threatening grazing lands, homesteads and public utilities has been stabilized through water diversion, slope reshaping, fencing and vetiver grass planting. Ongoing efforts include planting fruit and wild trees to enhance economic opportunities and ecosystem resilience. Restored grasslands will support livestock, particularly during dry seasons.More information: Event website
Kenya, 2025-06-17
Observance of the Desertification and Drought Day - organized by Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA)
The Knowledge for Great Green Wall Action (K4GGWA) Programme, led by CIFOR-ICRAF, FAO, and supported by the European Union, is organizing an event that will feature interactive presentations and inspiring video content from member countries of the Great Green Wall Initiative. Together, we will showcase the groundbreaking work of innovators and advocates who are actively regenerating landscapes and improving livelihoods across the Sahel and the Horn of Africa. The event will honor the K4GGWA Innovation Facility laureats and their successes that demonstrate how restoring land creates jobs, boosts food and water security, supports climate action and builds economic resilience. More information: Event website
Mozambique, 2025-06-17
Accelerating African aolutions for drought resilience and land restoration - organized by The African Union
The Republic of Mozambique, the African Union and the UNCCD are organizing a webinar on "Accelerating African Solutions for Drought Resilience and Land Restoration” The event will explore Africa’s progress and persistent challenges in addressing drought and land degradation, reflecting on the efforts to contribute to the achievement of the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Registration link: Webinar Registration - ZoomMore information: Event website, PDF
Namibia, 2025-06-16
NamTip Winter School - organized by NamTip
NamTip project is a German-Namibian partnership focused on sustainable land management, where work together to understand social-ecological tipping points related to desertification and woody plant encroachment, including their ecological and social drivers. The project explores management options to prevent or restore degraded ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on climate change and stakeholder-specific capacity development. Ahead of this year's Desertification and Drought Day, NamTip is organizing a Winter School in Namibia from June 16 to 20, 2025, with educational modules designed by NamTip scientists, aimed at students from Namibia’s universities who are studying conservation and agriculture.
Nigeria, Kani, 2025-06-17
A community event and tree planting - organized by Center for Renewable Energy and Action on Climate Change (CREACC-NG)
An CREACC-NG event focused on raising awareness and promoting practical solution will include community engagement, knowledge-sharing and the planting of 50 climate-resilient trees to demonstrate local action in restoring degraded land.More information: Event website, PDF
Nigeria, Nigeria https://csdevnet.org/, 2025-06-17
Desertification and Drought Day X Space - organized by Climate and Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria
Join the Climate and Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria on Twitter (X) Space at 7:00PM WAT as we commemorate Desertification and Drought Day for an opportunity to discuss innovative solutions to land degradation and drought in Nigeria and across Africa.More information: Event website
Nigeria, Lagos, 2025-06-22
Sport4Land charity match - organized by #Sport4Land
In his first engagement as Sport4LandChampion, William Troost-Ekong will host a charity football in honor of this year's Desertification and Drought Day and its theme “Restore the Land. Unlock the Opportunities.” The event will bring together athletes, fans and community members in a celebration of the power of sport to unite and drive meaningful change for the land.
South Africa, 2025-06-17
Unveiling World Drought Atlas: Regional perspectives - organized by Global Water Partnership
Drawing from recent drought events, experts from the Americas, Africa and Asia will share how their regions have been affected, the preparedness and response mechanisms deployed, the importance of involving local perspectives in drought response and management, and key lessons for future resilience. This session will demonstrate how regionally tailored approaches are critical for managing drought but can also provide important insights for other places around the world. Webinar registration: https://gwp-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/8wQyHqXZT7qbyqXsiuutFg#/registration
South Africa, Limpopo, 2025-06-17
Nationwide engagement campaign - organized by Department of forestry, fisheries and the environment
The day will be marked by nationwide awareness campaigns, school competitions, clean-up drives, tree plantings and the launch of the Greening Drylands Partnership pilot project. The events aim to promote land restoration, sustainable land management and drought resilience with strong emphasis on youth and community engagement.
Togo, Tsévié, 2025-06-05
Race to plant 2028 trees with Sport4Land Champion Naomi Akakpo - organized by APEVIA
A bold reforestation and youth education program uses the power of sport to combat desertification — a serious threat to health and agriculture. Running through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the program will:Plant 2028 trees in Togo each year
Teach environmental stewardship through sport and play
Inspire public action for the planet
The highlight is an annual race where 200 young Togolese plant trees with the UNCCD Sport4Land Champion for food security Naomi Akakpo. Year-round, workshops and sport-based sessions reinforce the message — restoring land, one game at a time.
Uganda, 2025-06-17
A Call to Restore - organized by Youth Go Green Uganda
Muyanja James, a Ugandan climate advocate, poet and youth coordinator who works with Youth Go Green (Uganda), HEY Campaign / The Ashley Lashley Foundation, International Diplomats, World Youth Parliament for Water, My Body is My Body Foundation and YOUNGO NDCS working group, composed called a poem "A Call to Restore: Unlocking Opportunities."More information: Event Flyer
Uganda, Omoro, 2025-06-17
FMNR activities - organized by World Vision Uganda
Oryem Sunday, an Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) Champion from Northern Uganda, supports communities in restoring degraded land through farmer-led tree regeneration. He promotes FMNR to improve soil fertility, boost livelihoods, and is marking the Day by leading community sensitization and distributing 8,000 Calliandra seedlings for bee forage and regreening.More information: Event Flyer
Events in Asia
China, Yinchuan/Ningxia, 2025-06-15
The national observance of Desertification and Drought Day - organized by National Forestry and Grassland Administration
The national observance of Desertification and Drought Day, co-organized by the National Forestry and Grassland Administration, Boao Forum for Asia, and the People's Government of Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, will feature a series of public outreach events in Yinchuan. Activities at the Ningxia Science and Technology Museum, Ningxia Museum, and Ningxia Library will include science lectures, youth workshops, and exhibitions on the Three-North Shelterbelt Program and desertification art, aiming to raise awareness and encourage youth engagement in land restoration.
China, Xinjiang, 2025-06-17
30th anniversary of the success awards in desertification control - organized by Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography/Chinese Academy of Sciences (XIEG)
As this year marks the 30 anniversary of the Success Awards in Desertification Control, XIEG will mark the day by showcasing the progress achieved in the Taklimakan over the years.
India, Baidyabati , 2025-06-17
Land restoration activities - organized by Young Naturalist Network (YNN)
A field program Baidyabati Municipal City to help restore degraded land and flooded areas will feature tree planing planting, landscape survey and soil testing. A public campaign to engage students, citizens and volunteers is organized in partnership with Biswa Bondhu Society and the Baidyabati Biodiversity Management Committee.
India, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, 2025-08-02
First Asia-Pacific Happy Landing Festival - organized by Young Naturalist Network
First Asia-Pacific Happy Landing Festival, a vibrant and impactful event dedicated to connecting people with nature and promoting land and environmental restoration and conservation of vulnerable mangroves zone of Navi Mumbai and Mumbai - Maharashtra. 13 km-long walk rally traverse Palm Beach Road, Navi Mumbai and planting native mangrove species partnering with various government and private stakeholders at Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary. First Asia-Pacific Happy Landing Festival also promote Sustainable Airlines Initiative. More information: Event website
Korea, Republic of, Seoul, 2025-06-17
National observance of Desertification and Drought Day - organized by Korea Forest Service
The Korea Forest Service of the ROK will hold a seminar that will bring together members of the National Assembly, representatives of drought-related organizations and experts. The participants will share policies and research on drought prevention and response. In addition, the ROK will also hold a Youth English contest to raise awareness of the UNCCD and global efforts to restore degraded lands and forests.
Mongolia, Mandalgovi, 2025-06-16
Youth4Land National Forum - organized by UN Mongolia
Organized in the lead-up to the 17th Session of the Conference of the Parties (UNCCD COP17) and in observance of the Desertification and Drought Day 2025, the forum will bring together young herders, young scholars and policymakers to co-create solutions and share best practices for sustainable land management. Taking place in Mandalgovi, Dundgovi Province, it will highlight the integration of traditional knowledge and scientific evidence, foster resilience against desertification and promote youth engagement in national land restoration efforts.
Pakistan, Lahore, 2025-06-17
DDD2025 observance - organized by Lahore College for Women University
To mark the day, the Geography Society and IRC at Lahore College for Women University are hosting an international webinar featuring experts from the UK, Georgia, China, Argentina and Ghana. Aligned with this year’s global theme on land restoration, the event will highlight real-world success stories, climate-smart practices and data-driven models for sustainable land management across drylands.More information: Event website
Saudi Arabia, Jeddah, 2025-06-17
Drought report and awareness campaign - organized by Climate Change Center NCM
The observance includes the release of a drought report, a webinar on drought and climate change, and a launch of a social media campaign highlighting the role of land restoration in building resilience and safeguarding nature's resources.
Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, 2025-06-17
Workshop on National Action Program to combat desertification - organized by The Scientific Information Center (SIC) of the Interstate Commission on Sustainable Development
The Scientific Information Center of the Interstate Commission on Sustainable Development together with the UNDP project “Conservation and Sustainable Management of Land Resources and Ecosystems of High Natural Value in the Aral Sea Basin for Multiple Benefits” is planning to hold a national workshop with participation of international experts on June 17. The workshop will be dedicated to the Desertification and Drought Day. The main topic of the seminar is the concept of updating the National Action Program to combat desertification of Turkmenistan.
Argentina, 2025-06-09
Online workshop - organized by Fundación CAUCE: Cultura Ambiental – Causa Ecologista
The online workshop ""Argentina facing desertification and drought: Where are we and where are we going?" on the road to to Désertif'actions 2026 brings togetehr civil society, experts and local actors to co-create solutions that boost territorial resilience and influence environmental policy. Open to all committed to land care and sustainability. Register here.
More information: Event website
Argentina, 2025-06-17
Webinar "Seizing opportunities: Challenges and perspectives in Patagonia" - organized by Dirección de Ecosistemas Terrestres y Acuáticos Subsecretaría de Ambiente
This virtual event, organized by the National Observatory on Land Degradation and Desertification to commemorate the Desertification and Drought Day 2025, will take place on Zoom via the following link:
https://conicet-gov-ar.zoom.us/j/81167958284?pwd=kgACMC0VD603l3EYpNbfrvdtcOjqCr.1 Meeting ID: 811 6795 8284; Access code: eX!rev9KAi
Brazil, 2025-06-17
A land of opportunities: The restoration economy in Brazil - organized by G20 Global Land Initiative
Webinar spotlighting Brazil’s leadership and innovation in land restoration, co-hosted by the G20 Global Land Initiative and Instituto Terra, will explore how the country’s growing restoration economy is driving sustainable development, green jobs and entrepreneurship, with insights from government, business, finance and young eco-entrepreneurs.More information: Event website
Brazil, Campina Grande Paraíba, 2025-06-17
Seminário: Restaurar a terra. Criar oportunidades - organized by Ministério do Meio Ambiente e Mudança do Clima
Campina Grande (PB) will host the national seminar "Restore the land. Create the opportunities" that will bring together researchers, politicians, public managers, business owners and representatives of organized civil society to discuss strategies for land restoration, sustainable development and adaptation to climate change in the Brazilian semi-arid region. Watch here.More information: Event website, Event Flyer
Chile, La Serena, 2025-06-17
Regional consultation on policies and investments for drought resilience - organized by FAO
Held under the FAO-led GEF project supporting UNCCD COP drought decisions, this regional consultation will bring together stakeholders to exchange knowledge on drought policy and financing. The event aims to strengthen institutional coordination, identify financing gaps and explore sustainable investment strategies to enhance drought resilience across the region.
Guatemala, Departamento de Quetzaltenango, 2025-06-24
Commemorative event - organized by Ministerio de Ambiente y Recursos Naturales a través del Departamento de Lucha Contra la Degradación de Tierras, la Desertificación y la Sequía en Guatemala.
The event will gather key actors to share insights on land restoration, climate resilience and the role of women in land governance. It includes symposia, field visits and dialogue spaces, promoting restoration efforts in Guatemala and beyond, supported by IUCN, UNCCD and other partners.
Mexico, 2025-06-17
Commemorative event - organized by The Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development
The national program will highligh the impacts of land degradation on food security and water availability. Through field visits and awareness activities, the event will promote sustainable land and water management, encourage climate adaptation and foster collaboration to build agricultural resilienceMore information: PDF
Peru, Moquegua, 2025-06-17
DDD2025 observance - organized by Ministerio del Ambiente del Perú MINAM
The event will highlight the actions that are being carried out in the fight against desertification, land degradation and drought, as well as the opportunities for synergies among the various institutions, organizations, academia and civil society, generating a space for dialogue, exchange of experiences and strengthening of alliances.
Peru, 2025-06-17
Bringing life back to the land: perspectives on land restoration in Latin America - organized by AIDER
The webinar will offer participants an opportunity to reflect on the challenges for land restoration in Latin America and share proposals to improve land health for the benefit of people and nature. Register here.
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Hungary, Budapest, 2025-05-22
Regional conference on combating desertification and drought - organized by General Directorate of Water Management/OPTAIN
Join the OPTAIN Continental Regional Dialogue, focusing on combating desertification and drought by promoting Natural/Small Water Retention Measures (NSWRMs). The hybrid event brings together stakeholders across the Pannonian, Continental and Boreal regions to exchange knowledge and support the integration of NSWRMs into water and land management. Organized by ATK and OVF with OPTAIN partners, the conference aligns with Desertification and Drought Day 2025 and highlights national implementation of the UNCCD. Remember to register early.More information: Event website, PDF
Italy, Arcavacata di Rende (CS), 2025-06-11
Siccità e scarsità idrica nel Mezzogiorno. Giornata di studi sulla prevenzione, previsione e gestione del rischio - organized by Department of Environmental Engineering, University of Calabria
A workshop on drought and water scarcity in Southern Italy brought together professors and scientists who presented their work in three scientific sessions, followed by a round table involving several stakeholder to discuss the adaptation strategies to fight drought and water scarcity.More information: Event website, PDF
Italy, Sassari, 2025-06-17
Restore the land to unlock the opportunities. Frontiers of innovation and communication - organized by Desertification Research Centre/University of Sassari (NRD)
The University of Sassari, CNR’s Institute for Bioeconomy and the MONALISA and TERRASAFE projects are hosting a webinar to showcase solutions for land restoration and foster dialogue among stakeholders. The goal is to turn knowledge into inclusive, effective action for sustainable land management.More information: Event website, PDF
Italy, Messina, 2025-06-17
Scientific conference on Integrated strategies to combat desertification - organized by AssoCEA Messina APS - Ordine dei Chimici e Fisici della Provincia di Messina
The Society of Chemists and Physicists of Messina and AssoCEA Messina APS, with the InFEA network, will convene a high-level scientific conference to apply the MEDALUS framework to analyze climate, soil, vegetation and land-use drivers of desertification in Southern Italy—especially Sicily and Sardinia—and present integrated, data-driven strategies for prevention, mitigation and ecological restoration.More information: Event website, PDF
Spain, 2025-06-17
DDD2025 observance - organized by Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge: Fundación Biodiversidad
Join the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge: Fundación Biodiversidad together with the General Subdirectorate of Forestry Policy and Fight against Desertification at 11:00 hours in Casa Árabe (C. de Alcalá 62, Madrid) to mark this year's Desertification and Drought Day under the theme "Restore the Land. Unlock the opportunities"
Spain, Madrid, 2025-06-17
Día de Lucha contra la Desertificación y la Sequía 2025: Restaurar la tierra, generar oportunidades - organized by Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica y el Reto Demográfico
The Biodiversity Foundation of the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, in collaboration with Casa África, is organizing a conference at Casa Árabe in Madrid, providing a platform to showcase solutions to desertification and drought, with a special focus on the role of youth.More information: Event website
Türkiye, 2025-06-17
Google Doodle online petition - organized by General Directorate of Combating Desertification and Erosion
In Türkiye, 65% of the land is categorized as arid or semi-arid, leaving millions of people and diverse ecosystems struggling daily under the relentless grip of drought. The UN has officially recognized 17 June as the Desertification and Drought Day, a vital opportunity for increased public engagement and awareness. This petition is a call to action to launch a special Google Doodle for the Day to educate the public on the vital issue of combating desertification and drought. More information: Event website
Türkiye, 2025-06-17
Nationwide observance - organized by Ministry of environment, urbanization and climate change
The nation-wide activities dedicated to the Day include a school art competition, with winners receiving awards on 17 June, an accompanying exhibition, a Rio Protocol signing between three focal point ministries on synergies between land restoration, biodiversity conservation and climate adaptation, and a collage of video testimonials on benefits of land restoration featuring participants on the recent LDN TSP2.0 ILUP workshop in South Africa.
Türkiye, 2025-06-19
Webinar on innovative monitoring systems for sustainable land management - organized by Mediterranean Forestry Network
The session will spotlight Türkiye’s cutting-edge approaches to monitoring land degradation, desertification and soil erosion, to share expertise and knowledge and fostering partnerships. It will showcase Türkiye’s national monitoring systems, including desertification susceptibility model, ynamic erosion model and monitoring system, soil organic carbon modeling and mapping, national land cover and land use classification and monitoring system and land degradation neutrality decision support system.More information: Event website
Georgia, Tbilisi , 2025-06-17
Grassroots action against desertification - organized by Association for Farmers Rights Defense AFRD
AFRD invites you to a community-focused event in Kakheti Region, showcasing practical Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) against land degradation. Through hands-on demonstrations of seed ball techniques, engaging youth and community members and expert discussions, The event will highlight an accessible, scalable approach to restoring grass cover, protecting biodiversity and building local resilience against desertification.
Moldova, Republic of, Chisinau, 2025-05-30
National pre-validation workshop - organized by Ministry of Environment
The workshop to advance national Land Degradation Neutrality targets under the LDN TSP 2.0 initiative, aligned with this year's Desertification and Drought Day, brought together national stakeholders and UNCCD experts to review progress and refine targets to restore land and unlock sustainable land-based opportunities.
Serbia, Belgrade, 2025-06-17
University rally - organized by University of Belgrade Faculty of Agriculture
Professors and students will gather under the banner “Our Land. Our Rights. Our Lives.” Linking student action with the fight against desertification, the rally will spotlight how poor land management, intensive agriculture, industrial pollution, soil sealing, illegal landfills and mining degrade the soil, calling for the restoration of the nation’s lands.
Slovakia, Košice, 2025-06-17
Edible garden in the schoolyard - organized by ECO PEOPLE
Krosnianska 2 elementary school will mark the day by establishing an edible garden on the school grounds. The kids have been preparing the soil for two weeks and have already started planting some edible and medicinal plants to create an inspiring project that serves as an example of community-led sustainable gardening.More information: Event website
Slovakia, 2025-06-17
National observance event - organized by Soil Science and Conservation Research Institute
The Soil Science and Conservation Research Institute will lead this year's observance of the Day.
Edible garden in the schoolyard - organized by ECO PEOPLE
Krosnianska 2 elementary school will mark the day by establishing an edible garden on the school grounds. The kids have been preparing the soil for two weeks and have already started planting some edible and medicinal plants to create an inspiring project that serves as an example of community-led sustainable gardening.More information: Event website
Slovakia, 2025-06-17
National observance event - organized by Soil Science and Conservation Research Institute
The Soil Science and Conservation Research Institute will lead this year's observance of the Day.
France, Paris, 2025-06-17
Day of the Sahel at the Botanic Gardens - organized by Jardin des Serres d'Auteuil
Organized in partnership with the NGO SOS Sahel, the program will highlight the organization’s efforts to combat desertification in the Sahel and present a selection of heritage products. The visitors will sample artisanal beverages, syrups, sauces and seasonings inspired by West African culinary traditions, crafted in Alsace using ancient grains like fonio and millet, learn about Nima Fairly, a social enterprise promoting ethical and traceable food, cosmetics and accessories from over ten African countries to European markets and take advantage of a guided greenhouse tour to explore African and Sahelian plant collections.More information: Event website
France, 2025-06-17
La résilience des territoires face aux sécheresses - organized by CARI
A webinar (in French) on support for drought management in drylands at local, national and international levels will cover the following topics: Drought impacts, crisis management and the potential of agro-ecology as a drought response in oasis systems; drought issues addressed by UNCCD and in international negotiations; Désertif'actions 2026: co-constructing common positions in a multi-stakeholder dynamic to support drought resilience.More information: Event website
Germany, Bonn, 2025-06-17
Action day at UNCCD first land-friendly school - organized by BMZ
The Bodenaktionstag /Land Action Day at Gesamtschule Bonns Fünfte, the first officially recognized UNCCD land-friendly school, features student presentations on school garden projects, hands-on activities about soil and land health, a symbolic tree planting and interactive stations that make learning about land restoration fun and engaging, and showcase how young people are taking action to protect and restore their native land.
Netherlands, 2025-06-05
Webinar: Toward just land policies for Land Degradation Neutrality - organized by Land Portal Foundation
Hosted by TMG Research and the Land Portal Foundation, this 90-minute webinar brings together voices from across the land and restoration community to explore data, field insights, and advocacy pathways toward inclusive, sustainable land governance. Timed ahead of key global forums, the event supports coordinated action for Land Degradation Neutrality and just land policies on the road to UNCCD COP17. Register now.
Switzerland, 2025-06-17
Streams of Change webinar series - organized by UNITAR
The session "Water scarcity solutions: Managing drought risks,” aligned with the Desertification Day, will delve into innovative technologies, strategic approaches and policy solutions designed to mitigate drought impacts and manage water scarcity, issues that are increasingly critical in our changing climate. Register here: Webinar Registration - ZoomMore information: PDF
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Cheltenham, 2025-06-17
Innovations for Tackling Desertification - organized by TERRASAFE and MONALISA
Join us 10:00–12:00 CET for an online webinar to explore solutions and research addressing: land degradation and desertification in drylands and drought-affected regions. We will also discuss building resilience for a sustainable future with Benz Kotzen (University of Greenwich), Gustavo Viera Ruiz (Gesplan) and Leigh Winowiecki (CIFOR-ICRAF). Registration: https://terrasafe.eu/event/innovations-for-tackling-desertification-webinarMore information: Event website
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, London, 2025-06-17
Green Musketeer movie screening - organized by The Dutch Centre
Green Musketeer tells the inspiring story of Dutch inventor Pieter Hoff, whose mission to reforest two billion hectares of degraded land led to the creation of the Waterboxx® and Growboxx®—innovative tools that grow trees and vegetables in arid regions without irrigation. The film follows Hoff’s global efforts, his resilience in the face of setbacks, and his fight against illness, offering a moving portrait of visionary leadership and environmental innovation. The screening includes an introduction by his son, Wout Hoff, who now leads Groasis and continues this vital work. A post-film discussion with Wout will explore the ongoing impact of their mission. Groasis, recognized as a Dutch National Icon, exemplifies innovation with global potential and societal value.More information: Event website
United States of America, Worldwide, 2025-06-05
#Land4OurFuture: A social media activation for land rights and climate resilience - organized by Stand for Her Land and UNCCD Youth Caucus
Join #Land4OurFuture, a two-week global social media activation mobilizing youth and women to champion land rights, restoration and drought resilience as solutions to climate change, gender inequality and sustainable development. From World Environment Day to Desertification and Drought Day, we’ll spotlight real stories, drive online advocacy and call for urgent action. Follow us and join the campaign: @Stand4HerLand @UNCCD_Youth _Caucus
United States of America, Allentown, 2025-06-17
From Soil to Life: A TreePampers workshop on soil-driven restoration - organized by NeWay Envirotech LLC
The workshop brings together youth, innovators and restoration advocates to explore how soil microbiome activation can drive land restoration. Featuring the TreePampers technology with its BioBoost formula, the event includes a live demonstration, hands-on planting session and a discussion on science-driven strategies for regenerating degraded land. From carbon-based microbial stimulation to improved soil structure, we plant the future from the soil up.More information: PDF
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