World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Closing Media Briefing - COP17 President-Elect - UNCCD Executive Secretary Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . CWatch the closing Media Briefing - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Adoption of the report of the Conference of the Parties Report on the session. Adoption of the report of the Conference of the Parties. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website Watch the (12th Meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Adopt COW decisions Consideration of the report of the Committee of the Whole (ICCD/COP(17)/12) Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the (11th Meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

    As food systems and soil health day marks the last day of the thematic days, it is a great opportunity to wrap-up and celebrate the main takeaways of the UNCCD COP17 Action Agenda, as well as paving the way forward to advance the UNCCD Action Agenda into the multilateral space. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Action Agenda Closing and Way Forward - Reception - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Discover how scaling soil health is vital for food systems resilience and ecosystem restoration at this high-level COP event. Join the G20 Global Land Initiative in turning policy into impactful land restoration and socio-economic prosperity. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome Watch From Policy to Practice: Scaling Soil Health and Land Restoration for Food Systems Resilience and Socio-Economic Prosperity (MGI) - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

   The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Adopt COW and CRIC decisions Consideration of the report of the Committee of the Whole (ICCD/COP(17)/12)2018-2030 Strategic Framework of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification Report of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention and its recommendations to the Conference of the Parties (ICCD/CRIC(23)/8, ICCD/CRIC(24)/5) Organizational matters Election of officers other than the President:Election of the Chair of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the (12th Meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

   Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the UNCCD CSO Panel: Civil Society Reflections on COP17 - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Speakers:- Barron Orr (UNCCD Chief Scientist) Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the thematic Media Briefing on Food Systems and Soil Health Day - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

This high-level dialogue will explore how healthy soils can serve as a foundation for resilient, productive and sustainable agrifood systems. Building on Decision 19/COP.16. discussions will focus on financing mechanisms, policy coherence and institutional coordination needed to accelerate implementation and support integrated action across the Rio Conventions ahead of COP30. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the High-Level Dialogue on Food Systems and Soil Health - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

This session will focus on scaling innovative financing solutions to accelerate investments in soil health, land restoration and nature-positive agrifood systems . It will showcase practical investment frameworks and blended finance approaches that connect conservation and restoration objectives with investable financial structures . Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch scaling Innovative Financing Solutions to Accelerate Investments - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

This session will present the Global Flagship Initiative for Food Security, highlighting its vision, objectives, and strategic approach to strengthening food security through science, innovation, and partnerships. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Global Flagship Initiative for Food Security - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

   This session explores translating COP decisions into practical implementation guidance. It also introduces the UNCCD-FAO guidelines and the RAIZ land mapping tool to support large-scale agricultural restoration . Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Living soils, Productive Lands: From Policies to Implementation - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Adoption of the report, Organizational matters Adoption of the report of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention (ICCD/CRIC(24)/5) Organizational matters:Election of officers other than the Chair of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the (7th Meeting) Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Adoption of the report Adoption of the report of the Committee of the Whole (ICCD/COP(17)/12) Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the (5th Meeting) Committee of the Whole - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The event aims to open a dialogue between development cooperation actors, scientific institutions, international organizations, and African stakeholders to explore how Earth Observation (EO) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support pastoral resilience in a way that is inclusive, gender-responsive, and aligned with local priorities. Discussions will focus on drought monitoring, rangeland management, data governance, access, and responsible use, as well as promoting gender-responsive climate information services for pastoral communities. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Gala of Hope: UN Decade Special Event on Ecosystem Restoration - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17 01:33:35 Conferences

Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim Watch the Indigenous Peoples from the Seven Socio-Cultural Regions Speak with One Voice: IP Caucus Press Conference - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! 00:59:26 Press Conferences

(10th meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The ministerial dialogue will provide an opportunity to exchange views on how stronger policy alignment and land-use planning can prevent rangeland degradation, conversion and fragmentation. It will recognize the critical role of pastoralist systems and community-based grazing rights in the stewardship of rangelands. The dialogue will explore the transformative potential of sustainable land management and drought resilience as ways to address growing challenges to the health and productivity of rangelands and the well-being of their communities. It will also consider how to identify rangeland restoration projects ready for investment and bridge the gap between available finance and the needs of rangeland communities. Discussions will explore incent...

   This session focuses on elevating youth leadership in land restoration, sustainable livelihoods, and community resilience by showcasing youth-led solutions, presenting the priorities emerging from the COP17 Youth Forum, and fostering meaningful dialogue between young people, governments, donors, civil society, and international partners to strengthen youth participation, access to resources, and decision-making opportunities. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dom e . Watch Youth, Land and Livelihoods: Building the Next Generation of Land Stewards - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! 01:15:36 Conferences

   (11th meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. High-level opening segment. High-level representatives will set the scene for the discussions and highlight the importance of advancing the leadership and participation of women pastoralists and herders. Thematic panel discussions. The Kathmandu Declaration - 15 years of women pastoralists' mobilization. This discussion will focus on the outcomes of the Second Global Gathering of Women Pastoralists (MERA+16), including the Kathmandu Declaration, which builds on the commitments of the Mera Declaration. Participants will reflect on progress over the past 15 years, remaining challenges and opportunities to strengthen the voice, leadership and rights of women pastoralists in policy and decision-making. Women entrepreneurs and innovators in pa...

Thematic Briefing on Economics of Rangelands and Pastoralists. Speakers: - Barron Orr (UNCCD Chief Scientist) - Mark Schauer (GIZ) - Abdrahmane Wane (ILRI) - Jonathan Davies Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the thematic Briefing on Economics of Rangelands and Pastoralists - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! 00:30:04 Conferences

The event centres on advancing a new paradigm for rangeland stewardship and sustainable pastoralism. It highlights the economic, ecological, and social importance of rangelands, while addressing challenges such as policy neglect, land degradation, climate change, and weakening traditional governance systems. Emphasis is placed on sustainable land management, regenerative practices, biodiversity conservation, and strengthening pastoralists' livelihoods. The event will feature the conclusion of the Silk Road Caravan initiative in support of the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists and the launch of flagship publications. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the special High-Level Event on Rangelands and Pastoralists - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! 01:25:36 Conferences

As the first Rio Convention COP of the 2026 Triple COP Year—and the first COP following the adoption of the Belém Joint Statement—UNCCD COP17 provides the first high-level opportunity to consider how the political momentum for Rio Convention synergies can be translated into practical, country-led implementation. The dialogue will also mark the launch of the COP31 Presidency Process, led by Türkiye, to engage interested Parties and partners on pathways for strengthening integrated implementation of the Rio Conventions towards COP31. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 . Watch the high Level Dialogue: From Ambition to Action: Delivering Rio Synergies Across the Triple COP Year - UNCCD COP17!

The event focuses on recognizing Indigenous Peoples as rights holders, knowledge holders and implementation partners in addressing desertification, land degradation and drought (DLDD). Watch the indigenous Peoples High-Level Special Event: From Sacred Lands to Shepherding the Future - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the joint Press Statement from EU Commission - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! Press Conferences

(9th meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The ministerial dialogue will provide an opportunity to exchange views on how stronger policy alignment and land-use planning can prevent rangeland degradation, conversion and fragmentation. It will recognize the critical role of pastoralist systems and community-based grazing rights in the stewardship of rangelands. The dialogue will explore the transformative potential of sustainable land management and drought resilience as ways to address growing challenges to the health and productivity of rangelands and the well-being of their communities. It will also consider how to identify rangeland restoration projects ready for investment and bridge the gap between available finance and the needs of rangeland communities. Discussions will explore incenti...

This event will bring together representatives of diverse local communities from across regions to strengthen political support for the establishment of the Caucus for Local Communities and to elevate the role of local communities in shaping and implementing UNCCD outcomes. Through community-led testimonies and dialogue, the event will highlight the contributions of pastoralist, peasant, agroecological, mountain, forest and coastal communities to sustainable land management, rangeland stewardship and ecosystem restoration. Attention will be given to advancing recognition of local communities as key implementation partners within the future UNCCD Strategic Framework, while showcasing community perspectives on land tenure, gender equality and drought resilience and promoting stronger inclusion of these priorities in COP17 decisions and related policy processes. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Seats at the Table: A High-Level Dialogue of Local Commu...

Save Soil will announce the global launch of four specialized Action Tracks at UNCCD COP17, establishing a systemic approach to address the barriers which prevent global soil restoration. Speakers: Praveena Sridhar, Rico Rau, Dhyana Balasubramanian, Mahathi Aguvaveedi, Dr. Amardeep Gautam. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the Isha Foundation Press Launch: Scaling Impact through 4 Strategic Action Tracks in Soil Data, Agri Finance, Farmers, and Nutrition - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! 00:21:07 Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Inclusion of activities of civil society organizations within the official programme of work of the Conference of the Parties. Open dialogue session. Download. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch (8th Meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification - UNCCD COP17! 02:41:28 Conferences

(7th Meeting) The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Continued from morning session. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the Ministerial dialogue on Drought Resilience - UNCCD COP17! 03:34:21 Conferences

Hosted by WWF, this press conference launches a multistakeholder action agenda for grasslands, savannahs and rangelands and will showcase partnerships that accelerate and scale implementation. The action agenda has been developed at COP17 by a coalition of policymakers, CSOs and private sector partners from more than 70 entities. Speakers Joao Campari, Global Food & Agriculture Lead, WWF Xenya Scanlon, Chief Communications, External Relations and Partnerships, UNCCD Yoko Watanabe, Director for Environment, Asian Development Bank Badamlyankhua Mishigragchaa, Country Director, WWF-Mongolia. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the WWF: Landscapes of Life – a nature-positive global agenda to protect, manage and restore grasslands, savannahs and rangelands - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! 00:35:54 Conferences

   The High-Level Dialogue aims to build political support for a Global Implementation Initiative on Sand and Dust Storms (GI-SDS) under the UN Decade on Combating Sand and Dust Storms (2025–2034). It will position sustainable land management, land restoration, and drought resilience as essential solutions to addressing the root causes of SDS while strengthening partnerships across governments, the UN system, and financing institutions. The dialogue seeks to generate the political momentum, partnerships, and investment needed to scale implementation and support affected countries over the next decade. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the special High-Level Event on Sand and Dust Storms (SDS) - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! 02:11:28 Conferences

   Journalists are invited to look at how countries can better anticipate, prepare for and adapt to drought, and hear about initiatives helping turn commitments into action through governance, finance, tools and partnerships Watch the media Briefing on Drought - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! 00:39:46 Conferences

This high-level session will convene ministers, multilateral development banks, development finance institutions, institutional investors, philanthropic organizations, insurers, and private sector leaders to accelerate financing solutions for drought resilience and integrated land–water restoration. The session will address the growing global drought finance gap and explore how innovative financing mechanisms, blended finance structures, insurance solutions, and catalytic public-private partnerships can unlock large-scale investment for resilient landscapes, water security, and sustainable dryland economies. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the official Launch of the Drought Resilience Investment Facility (DRIF): Accelerating Finance for Drought Resilience, Water Security and Land Restoration - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Presentation of the outcomes and agreed shared path forward from the high-level mid-COP convening of more than 100 private sector representatives, development partners and international organization. Presentation of the outcomes and agreed shared path forward from the high-level mid-COP convening of more than 100 private sector representatives, development partners and international organizations being held on 23 August (same title as press con), hosted by WWF and multiple partners (including FAO, IUCN and Riyadh Action Agenda). The agreed action plan will directly address improving food and water security, as well as local livelihoods. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD Media Advisories . Watch the WWF: Landscapes of Life – a nature-positive global agenda to protect, manage and restore grasslands, savannahs and rangelands - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

(6th meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The dialogue aims to identify practical approaches to strengthen drought governance, partnerships and investment and shift from reactive response to proactive risk reduction and resilience . Discussions will focus on integrating drought resilience into national development, land restoration, food and water security, climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods . They will also explore opportunities to strengthen financing, science-policy cooperation, early warning systems and international collaboration. Related Sites and Documents:  Programme  &  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the Ministerial dialogue on Drought Resilience - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

   This closing event will bring together representatives from business, finance, government and the fashion sector to explore the role of partnerships, innovation and private sector leadership in supporting land restoration, sustainable land management and drought resilience. It will highlight perspectives from the Business4Land Champions' Council and showcase the links between sustainable fashion, natural fibers, responsible value chains and land stewardship through the Fashion4Land fashion show and networking reception. Related Sites and Document:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome ;  Business for Land (B4L) Forum  &  Fashion4Land Campaign . Watch the Business4Land Champions' Council and Fashion4Land Show - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17 Conferences

   This event will convene policymakers, industry leaders, youth representatives, and other stakeholders to discuss how standards and regulations can support the sustainable transformation of the fashion sector. The policy dialogue will be followed by the Fashion4Land Fashion Show and an evening networking reception, providing opportunities to showcase sustainable fashion solutions and foster cross-sector collaboration. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome  &  Fashion4Land Campaign . Watch the fashion4Land (F4L) High Level Segment - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Open Dialogue Session. Inclusion of activities of civil society organizations within the official programme of work of the Conference of the Parties. Open dialogue session. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website Watch the (5th Meeting) 17th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Bringing together industry leaders, governments, Indigenous representatives and international partners, this high-level Mining Forum will explore how the mining sector can drive sustainable land management, ecosystem restoration and resilient landscapes. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the leadership for a Land-Positive Future: High-level Forum of Mining Industry Leaders - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

This third session of the Business4Land programme will explore how businesses, financial institutions and development partners can work together to scale investment in land restoration and drought resilience. It will highlight experiences from land-positive value chains, innovative financing instruments and risk-management approaches, while showcasing emerging frameworks, partnerships and initiatives that support the development of investable land restoration projects. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome  &  Business for Land (B4L) Forum . Business4Land: De-risk and Scale to Restore 1.5bn Hectares of Land - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17 Conferences

   Scaling the Great Green Wall through Continental Integration and the African Union's Great Green Wall Initiative (AUGGWI) Strategy (2024–2034) This high-level event will highlight how Africa is translating ambition into bankable and scalable investment pipelines , while calling on public and private partners to mobilize financing for implementation at scale . Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17  &  Concept Note . Watch the High-Level Side Event: Restoring African Landscapes, Restoring Hope - UNCCD COP17!

Join experts at COP to explore how technology and traditional knowledge can prevent wildfires and enhance ecosystem restoration. Discover collaborative strategies for land restoration supported by the G20 Global Land Initiative. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Next Fire Won't Wait: Turning Knowledge, Technology and Community Action into Resilience - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . From the Ground Up: Frontline Voices on Land Restoration - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17 Conferences

The 90-minute program features a documentary screening, live music, and an intergenerational dialogue with filmmakers, musicians, pastoralists, and government representatives, aiming to raise awareness of sustainable land management, elevate pastoralist knowledge, and amplify youth voices in the COP17 process. 18:15 - Opening Ceremony 19:00 - Award Ceremony Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the Folklore4Land - Living Knowledge for Land Restoration - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Experience the launch of our digital publication showcasing inspiring land restoration and ecosystem restoration success stories at COP. See how the G20 Global Land Initiative is driving positive environmental action worldwide. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Watch the launch of Digital Impact Stories - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17! Conferences

Join the G20 Global Land Initiative at COP to discover how landscape restoration innovation bundles can turn ambition into investable action. Explore integrated approaches to global land restoration and ecosystem restoration that deliver lasting benefits for people, landscapes, and sustainable food systems. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 Action Dome . Scaling Landscape Restoration Innovation Bundles: From Evidence to Investable Action - Action Dome, UNCCD COP17 Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Procedural matters: Programme of work for the twenty-fifth session of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention (ICCD/CRIC(24)/5) Formulation of the report of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention, including, where necessary, draft decisions for consideration and, as appropriate, adoption by the Conference of the Parties Related Sites and Documents  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the (6th Meeting) Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Land degradation, SPI work programme Avoiding, reducing and reversing land and soil degradation of agricultural lands (ICCD/COP(17)/CST/4, ICCD/COP(17)/CST/8) Procedural matters: Work programme for the Science-Policy Interface (2027-2030) (ICCD/COP(17)/CST/8) Programme of work for the eighteenth session of the Committee on Science and Technology (ICCD/COP(17)/CST/8) Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 website . Watch the (5th Meeting) Committee on Science and Technology - UNCCD COP17! Conferences

The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) under the theme Restoring Land. Restoring Hope held from August 17-28, 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Adoption of CST and CRIC decisions Meeting time tbc - COP is to follow immediately after the adjournment of the CST Organizational matters Credentials of delegations (ICCD/COP(17)/13) 2018-2030 Strategic Framework of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification Review of the report of the Committee on Science and Technology and its recommendations to the Conference of the Parties (ICCD/COP(17)/CST/8) Report of the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention and its recommendations to the Conference of the Parties (ICCD/CRIC(23)/8, ICCD/CRIC(24)/5) Organizational matters Election of officers other than the President:Election of the Chair of the Committee on Science and Technology Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 w...

This session will enable the media to engage directly with scientists and indigenous knowledge holders through questions and discussion. Sustainable management of terrestrial carbon sinks in a fire-ravaged and warming world. The event will present examples from the grasslands of Mongolia, the wetlands and forests of tropical South America, and the tundra of sub-Arctic Europe. These people-managed ecosystems effectively conserve rainwater and minimise land degradation. Related Sites and Documents:  UNCCD COP17 . Watch recognizing the environmental sustainability of indigenous management of natural resources - Press Conference, UNCCD COP17!