Indigenous peoples and local communities (IPLCs) are crucial allies in delivering successful conservation outcomes, yet nature managed by IPLCs is under increasing pressure from external actors. In an effort to support communities facing these types of threats, Conservation International is proud to formally launch the Indigenous Negotiations Resource Guide, aimed at helping to level the playing field when it comes to negotiation.

While there are several necessary measures needed to operationalize Nigeria's 2021 Climate Change Act, it demonstrates the seriousness with which the country is approaching climate action. Being the first stand-alone comprehensive climate change legislation in West Africa and among few both globally and regionally, it has the potential to become a strategic tool for climate change advocacy and a legal foundation for potential climate litigation in Nigeria.

Who will wear the burnt–the speechless lifeforms through no fault of their own? War always brings calamity and strife. When human beings, Homo sapiens, “The Wise Man,” and the most evolved species on this Earth trigger war and themselves suffer, there is a massive cry. Everyone suffers–from infants, to adults, to the weak, sick, and aged. Many international organisations come forward and help the victims of war.

The impacts of climate change on health and health care are being recognized of late. The rising temperatures and the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events are of grave concern to all life forms on earth and patients are no exception.

Youth Climate Conclave (YCC) is a prestigious The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) initiative launched by the Delegation of the European Union to India with support from GIZ, and CEEW. Initiated in 2019, this programme has channelized youth opinion from across India to understand and address the issue of climate change. Supported by the Strategic Partnership for Implementation of the Paris Agreement (SPIPA) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC), YCC comprises of competitions (photography, blogging, and short video) for an action-oriented youth engagement, followed by capacity building through a training interface. Implemented from 2019-2022, a few salient features include a Youth Declaration on Climate Action and a Youth Pledge. YCC is organized in two age categories: 10-18 years and 19-25 years.

Based on the recommendations of the 2nd International Forum of Indigenous Peoples of Central Africa (Impfondo, March 15-18, 2011), this article reflects the action plan to coordinate efforts to protect the rights of Indigenous Peoples. It is within this framework that the Baka of North Gabon occupy an important place in the planned logging process in North Gabon.

With growing demands for water in southern Spain, a new project is being implemented to increase water supply in a mountainous corner of western Andalusia. This plan, however, ignores the needs of the local population and threatens the unique flora and fauna of the region. Ecologistas en Acción, grupo Sierra de Huelva, the local branch of a national organisation that defends social and environmental interests, is providing support to the local community as they seek ways to protect their traditional water sources.

Reflecting on her work with everyday ghandis in northern Liberia, Mahawa Komala describes how engaging communities in forest management in Liberia in times of urgent climate action can also promote peace and social cohesion. Communities face the highest stake and play a pivotal role in sustainably managing forest resources, therefore they should set the agenda for conserving forests and building resilience against climate change.

Last week, IUCN and the University of Geneva launched a report on the status of environmental civic spaces. The report paints a bleak picture: nature conservation NGOs are faced with shrinking civic spaces, deteriorating conditions and attacks.

Climate change, arguably the most pressing geopolitical issue of the twenty-first century, will exacerbate migration trends and create entirely new drivers of movement. Pacific Island Countries and Territories, which include the Hawaiian Islands, are considered some of the most geographically vulnerable regions to climate change and, therefore, are one of the first regions to experience large numbers of climate migrants. Residents will be faced with the question of whether to stay put or migrate elsewhere, a question built upon unique social and psychological factors. Climate-induced migration to and from islands is an important area of focus to promote actions that respect social, cultural, environmental, and economic justice concerns of human societies.

Conservation organizations are at a unique point of reckoning: these groups are tasked with responding to arguably the most pressing issue of time, climate change, while also reimagining their role in response to changing societal pressures. A report prepared by the Luc Hoffmann Institute describes these challenges and offers ideas for innovative solutions and paths forward.