The Rainforest Alliance is committed to helping the world meet both its climate mitigation and adaptation goals across farms, forests, and rural landscapes. Climate action at the Rainforest Alliance revolves around two core objectives: significantly reducing emissions in agriculture, forestry, and land use, while also fostering climate resilience and improved livelihoods for rural communities. The Rainforest Alliance approach puts rural communities and nature at the center of the solution. Explore how the Rainforest Alliance is working to build climate resilience and reduce emissions across farms, forests, and rural landscapes around the world, and discover how you can join us in our mission.

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It is premised on the fact that tree commodities (such as coffee, cocoa, cashew, oil palm, rubber etc.) represent some of the continent’s fastest-growing land uses. These commodities support the livelihoods of millions of people and constitute an essential part of African economies. At least five countries in Africa are single tree commodity-dependent economies; seven more economies can be considered tree commodity-dependent when more than one tree commodity is considered.

But tree commodity farmers remain poor because prices remain low, and most crops are exported as raw materials or with little processing. As such, African countries capture very little of the total value of the commodity value chains. For example, the continent produces 75% of the world’s cocoa, but captures less than 10% of the commodity’s total market value. Fluctuating prices pose serious balance of payment challenges for economies, too.

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About the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop

On 9 and 10 October, the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to set the scene for the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference: A New Vision for Earth. Co-designed by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the workshop brought together 45 brilliant young minds from Africa and around the world selected from over 700 applicants to drive impactful and transformative change.

Together, we brainstormed out of the box to find landscape solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, social injustices and other major challenges. We held hands while sharing our feelings about the world. We harnessed the power of art to challenge dominant narratives. We will forever cherish the memories we made, and we will continue to nourish these new relationships with care.

Facilitating change in multi-stakeholder landscapes

This presentation introduces the concept of Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships (MSPs) as cooperation arrangements to address specific issues. It emphasizes the importance of mapping stakeholders in landscapes, exploring power dynamics, and recognizing the roles of different actors. The presentation discusses the 7 principles of effective MSPs, including embracing systemic change, transforming institutions, and fostering collaborative leadership. It encourage understanding power, conflict resolution, and effective communication.

The audience is prompted to reflect on the obstacles to communication and how MSPs bring people together to address landscape challenges. The presentation concludes by providing tools and key resources for working with power and managing conflict.

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About the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop

On 9 and 10 October, the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to set the scene for the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference: A New Vision for Earth. Co-designed by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the workshop brought together 45 brilliant young minds from Africa and around the world selected from over 700 applicants to drive impactful and transformative change.

Together, we brainstormed out of the box to find landscape solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, social injustices and other major challenges. We held hands while sharing our feelings about the world. We harnessed the power of art to challenge dominant narratives. We will forever cherish the memories we made, and we will continue to nourish these new relationships with care.

Landscape approaches and landscape leadership

This presentation explores the concept of landscapes and collaborative governance. It urges participants to consider the meaning of “landscape” in their language. It then delves into the landscape approach, discussing the ideal size, personal perceptions, and the aim of this approach.

The presentation emphasizes that landscapes can be any size, support various activities, and contribute to broader area-based development. It introduces the notion of landscape leadership, defining key characteristics and their role in fostering awareness and understanding. The presentation concludes by sharing key resources, including videos on landscapes in different languages and the landscape approach. Overall, it aims to engage participants in thinking about and leading within landscapes for sustainable development.

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About the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop

On 9 and 10 October, the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to set the scene for the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference: A New Vision for Earth. Co-designed by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the workshop brought together 45 brilliant young minds from Africa and around the world selected from over 700 applicants to drive impactful and transformative change.

Together, we brainstormed out of the box to find landscape solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, social injustices and other major challenges. We held hands while sharing our feelings about the world. We harnessed the power of art to challenge dominant narratives. We will forever cherish the memories we made, and we will continue to nourish these new relationships with care.

Exploring human-nature futures

This presentation by The Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), explores the importance of considering the future and understanding the factors that shape it. It emphasizes the distinction between forecasting and foresight, urging the audience to go beyond predicting outcomes and instead focus on comprehending how change unfolds. The presentation advocates for foresight as a capacity to anticipate and plan for various possible futures, enabling better decision-making in the present.

Explore collaborative governance through futures thinking—a participative approach shaping actions and decisions. This inclusive process values diverse worldviews, empowering stakeholders, fostering innovation, stimulating social learning, managing conflicts, and enhancing governance with varied knowledge types. Open to everyone, futures literacy becomes a tool for collective influence.

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About the Restoration Experiences Digital Forum

The climate and biodiversity crises are already affecting people and landscapes around the world. But there’s one natural remedy that can tackle them both: restoring degraded and damaged landscapes.

There are already countless restoration projects that are turning degraded landscapes into beacons of hope and resilience. At the Restoration Experiences Digital Forum, we got the chance to get to know some of these projects and meet the people behind them.

Discover how local restoration projects are reshaping landscapes globally, and get inspired to start your own!

Project Presentations Unveiled

These slides showcase the presentations delivered by each restoration experience project. Get to know these amazing restoration champions, and discover the valuable lessons embedded in their successes and challenges. Dive into the milestones that define their journey, and embrace the friendly calls to action they passionately support.

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Learn how we can protect our food, water, carbon stocks and biodiversity by restoring landscapes

The climate and biodiversity crises are already affecting people and landscapes around the world. But there’s one natural remedy that can tackle them both: restoring degraded and damaged landscapes.

There are already countless restoration projects that are turning degraded landscapes into beacons of hope and resilience. At the Restoration Experiences Digital Forum, we got the chance to get to know some of these projects and meet the people behind them.

Discover how local restoration projects are reshaping landscapes globally, and get inspired to start your own!

Timestamps

0:00 Loop intro

5:26 Opening remarks

13:23 Harvesting restoration experiences

1:56:58 How policy and finance can support restoration

2:46:13 Announcement of the 2024 Restoration Stewards

2:50:33 Closing statement

Resources

Project presentations

7 steps to launch your own restoration project

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About GLF Nairobi 2023: ‘A new Vision for Earth’

The GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference, held on October 11 and 12, convened global thought leaders to set the stage for COP28, the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference. This pivotal event mobilised action on critical issues affecting humanity, biodiversity, and our planet.

The conference featured two focused days: Day 1 centered on “Africa’s Sovereign Solutions,” exploring pathways to a sustainable and prosperous future for the continent. Day 2, dedicated to climate, aimed to craft a “Survival Guide for a Planet in Crisis,” paving the way for a fairer world ahead of COP28.

GLF Nairobi brought together a diverse coalition of influential voices, ranging from scientists, activists, and Indigenous leaders to financiers, women, youth, policymakers, and private sector representatives. As a united front, we collectively championed change and passionately advocated for meaningful action in these pivotal times.

About John Colmey

John Colmey, Director at the Global Landscapes Forum envisions mobilizing a billion people to create landscapes that are productive, prosperous, equitable, and resilient. Emphasizing a commitment to science, knowledge, respect, inclusiveness, equity, and hope, the quote encapsulates a call for action grounded in a holistic approach towards a sustainable future:

“We are going to create a movement of a billion people to build a vision of landscapes that are productive, prosperous, equitable, and resilient. And we’re going to do it as we always have — guided by science and knowledge. We will proceed with science, knowledge, respect, inclusiveness, equity, and hope.”

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About GLF Nairobi 2023: ‘A new Vision for Earth’

The GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference, held on October 11 and 12, convened global thought leaders to set the stage for COP28, the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference. This pivotal event mobilised action on critical issues affecting humanity, biodiversity, and our planet.

The conference featured two focused days: Day 1 centered on “Africa’s Sovereign Solutions,” exploring pathways to a sustainable and prosperous future for the continent. Day 2, dedicated to climate, aimed to craft a “Survival Guide for a Planet in Crisis,” paving the way for a fairer world ahead of COP28.

GLF Nairobi brought together a diverse coalition of influential voices, ranging from scientists, activists, and Indigenous leaders to financiers, women, youth, policymakers, and private sector representatives. As a united front, we collectively championed change and passionately advocated for meaningful action in these pivotal times.

About Zizipho Royi

Join us on an inspiring journey with Zizipho, youth engagement manager at the Climate Development and Knowledge Network (CDKN) and a project manager at SouthSouthNorth in Cape Town, South Africa.

Zizi works to create platforms for knowledge exchange, capacity building workshops and innovative projects that amplify youth voices within decision-making processes. Her commitment to fostering inclusive dialogue has brought her to numerous international conferences and events on sustainable development. Through these platforms, they have facilitated discussions between policymakers, experts, and young leaders from various backgrounds to promote cross-sector collaboration towards achieving climate resilience.

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About GLF Nairobi 2023: ‘A new Vision for Earth’

The GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference, held on October 11 and 12, convened global thought leaders to set the stage for COP28, the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference. This pivotal event mobilised action on critical issues affecting humanity, biodiversity, and our planet.

The conference featured two focused days: Day 1 centered on “Africa’s Sovereign Solutions,” exploring pathways to a sustainable and prosperous future for the continent. Day 2, dedicated to climate, aimed to craft a “Survival Guide for a Planet in Crisis,” paving the way for a fairer world ahead of COP28.

GLF Nairobi brought together a diverse coalition of influential voices, ranging from scientists, activists, and Indigenous leaders to financiers, women, youth, policymakers, and private sector representatives. As a united front, we collectively championed change and passionately advocated for meaningful action in these pivotal times.

About this session

In this insightful session, we explored the alignment of agroecology and ecosystem-based adaptation with three practical projects. The GIZ ProSoil project in Madagascar showcased the impact of agroecological practices on climate adaptation and food security. WWF Kenya highlighted capacity-building for ecosystem-based adaptation, and a GIZ Project spanning Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Guatemala illustrated how ecosystem-based adaptation can be scaled up in Latin America to foster more resilient rural landscapes.

This session aimed to strengthen the connections between these approaches, with a closing statement from Oliver Oliveros from the Agroecology Coalition.

Resources

• Agroecology, making ecosystem-based adaptation work in agricultural landscapes;
• Resilient landscapes – Five key messages on how to implement agroecology as a systemic adaptation response;
• Living Adaptation – Pathways to climate resilient agri-food systems

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