The MIDORI Prize is awarded biennially to two individuals who have made exceptional contributions to biodiversity conservation across various levels. Over the years, the prize has recognized numerous individuals for their dedicated commitment to protecting biodiversity. At this year's CBD COP 16 in Cali, Colombia, our partner Vera Voronova from Kazakhstan was recognized. Ms. Voronova, the executive director of the Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity of Kazakhstan, has made remarkable contributions to ecosystem restoration and the recovery of endangered species in Central Asia. Her work has positively impacted rural communities by engaging them in crucial conservation efforts. Think Global Sustainability Network extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Voronova on receiving this prestigious award.
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HSF Korea’s Flyway Activity at COP 16 in Cali
At the #CBD #COP16Cali, Dr. Hyun-Ah Choi of HSF Korea introduced HSF Korea’s Flyway Activity as part of the GMACC project. She had brief exchanges with high-level officials, including Ms. Fraenkel, Executive Secretary of CMS; Mr. Harper, CEO of BirdLife International; Dr. Mumba, Secretary General of the Ramsar Convention; Ms. Munbarak, President of IUCN and Mr. Lang, Senior Environment Specialist with partners in Korea. Dr. Choi shared the outcomes of HSF Korea's work and explored collaborative opportunities for further conservation efforts.
CBD COP16 Conference in Cali, Colombia
Biodiversity encompasses much more than the Earth's vast array of plants, animals, and microorganisms. It includes diversity at every level—genes, species, ecosystems, and landscapes. Scientists estimate that there are approximately 8.7 million species worldwide, with around 2.2 million species found in marine environments. Despite centuries of research and the identification of over 1.2 million species, it is estimated that 86% of land species and 91% of ocean species remain undiscovered and undescribed. Recognising the critical need for global biodiversity conservation, the Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) Korea actively participated in the #CBDCOP16 in collaboration with partners like Eco Korea. HSF Korea contributed information and experience aligned with the Global Biodiversity Framework, which aims to halt biodiversity loss and ensure ecosystem resilience. At...
Namibia Hosts First Agroforestry Conference: Paving the Way for Climate-Resilient Food Systems
On Wednesday, 02 October 2024, Namibia held its first Agroforestry Conference at the Windhoek Country Club, bringing together 120 stakeholders to explore the transformative potential of agroforestry systems in addressing climate change challenges facing Southern Africa and Namibia in particular. Hosted by the Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) in collaboration with the Namibia Nature Foundation (NNF) and financially supported by the Capricorn Foundation, the conference served as a critical platform for knowledge exchange among experts from Namibia and the African region. The conference is a key activity of the HSF Global Project for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change (GMACC) that aims to support and connect actors for dialogue, knowledge transfer, and co-creation of innovative solutions. Participants engaged in insightful discussions about...
Environmental Education and Advocacy. Building Climate Ready Communities: A Climate Service Initiative for a Resilient Society in Bagamoyo and Chalinze District Councils in Tanzania
Building Climate Ready Communities: A Climate Service Initiative for a Resilient Society in Bagamoyo and Chalinze District Councils: Implementing Partner – Climate Action Network (CAN TZ) This Project was funded by the Global Project for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change (GMACC) through the Regional Sustainability Network (RSN). RSN is domiciled at the Hanns Seidel Foundation, Kenya Office. Climate change presents severe risks to rural communities in Tanzania, where subsistence farming, pastoralism, and artisanal fishing form the backbone of their livelihoods. These communities are highly vulnerable to extreme and unpredictable weather patterns, leading to underproduction, infrastructure destruction, social loss, increased food and water insecurity among other risks. The unpredictability of weather patterns has made traditional livelihood activities increasingly difficult. The Intergovernmental...
8th IUCN Asia Regional Conservation Forum (RCF) in Bangkok
Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) Korea participated in the 8th IUCN Asia Regional Conservation Forum (RCF), held from 3 to 5 September 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. With the theme "Reimagining Conservation in Asia: A Nature-Positive Future," the forum was an important platform for exchanging knowledge and building partnerships in nature and biodiversity conservation across Asia. HSF Korea works with partners along the Flyways without Borders to conserve habitat, enhance public awareness about the importance of wetlands as migratory species’ habitats, support policy development, and engage environmental communities. Notably, Dr. Hyun-Ah Choi, a Senior researcher at HSF Korea, attended this forum, shared GMACC activity along the Flyways, and talked about how securing Asian flyways through the IUCN Green List can contribute to achieving...
Meeting with the Central Asian Flyaway range states diplomats
The meetings with Central Asian Flyway range states diplomats were organized to promote HSF’s Global Project for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change and raise awareness of climate change and biodiversity issues among diplomats from CAF range states. HSF Korea is working as a member of the CMS Flyway Working Group(ref. UNEP/CMS/FWG3/Inf.2.) and arranged meetings with diplomats to share information from the CMS COP14 and to make further opportunities to cooperate Meeting with the embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Republic of Korea, June 20th, 2024 On June 20th 2024 Dr. Bernhard Seliger and Ms. Minjae Baek met Mr. Edilbek Amatov at the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Republic of Korea. Together they discussed their project along with...
Korean Wetland Society Conference
We are pleased to announce the award of Dr Hyun-Ah Choi, Senior researcher at Hanns Seidel Foundation Korea in the Korean Wetland Society, on 27 August 2024. She has worked for wetland conservation with partners, TH!NK GLOBAL – SUSTAINABILITY Think Global Sustainability Network such as 사단법인 에코코리아Eco Korea.
Agroforestry for Sustainable Development - virtual Masterclass
On 31 July 2024, HSF Namibia organised a virtual masterclass titled ‘Agroforestry for Sustainable Development in Southern Africa – An Introduction’ as part of HSF’s Global Project for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change (GMACC). The online workshop is part of a series aiming at fostering dialogue and capacity building on key thematic areas of the project. Agroforestry is more than just a land management technique; it represents a vital strategy for enhancing food security, conserving natural resources, and promoting environmental resilience. In Southern Africa, where diverse ecosystems and communities intersect, the integration of trees and shrubs into agricultural landscapes offers promising solutions to many pressing challenges, from climate change to soil degradation. The masterclass provided participants from different world regions...
The Ecothon in ASEAN
The Ecothon in ASEAN officially kicked off today with a 2-day online training course for sustainable business coaches in the #ASEAN region
#happeningnow: 74 sustainable coaches from selected ASEAN countries are taking part in the Sustainable Business Coach Training instructed by international experts, covering important topics of sustainable entrepreneurship and sustainable business coaching such as #ESG, #SCP, sustainable business model development, business plan evaluation, green marketing strategies, etc. 25 coaches will be selected to join the Coach Orientation on Friday to prepare for their coaching sessions with excellent start-ups with sustainable business models of Ecothon in different ASEAN countries.
This training is organised as part of the Think Global Sustainability Network under the Hanns-Seidel-Stiftung's Global Project on Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change (GMACC).
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Ecothon in ASEAN is an annual competition for innovative business ideas and models aimed at achieving the SDG12 “Sustainable Consumption and Production” (SCP) in the ASEAN reagion. Ecothon 2024 is hosted by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups of the Republic of Korea, and co-organised by Hanns Seidel Foundation Vietnam, ASEM SMEs Eco-Innovation Center (ASEIC), and relevant ministries and local partners in selected ASEAN countries.
ກະຊວງ ອຸດສາຫະກຳ ແລະ ການຄ້າ - Ministry of Industry and Commerce Kementerian Koperasi dan UKM The Local Enablers CEDAR @DTICB, Brainsparks HSF_Asia
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