Description
The objectives of this community event are the following:
- Identify opportunities for stronger coordination across GEO flagships and regional initiatives
- Explore synergies in supporting national reporting under the three Rio Conventions (UNFCCC, UNCBD, UNCCD)
- Discuss alignment of indicators, workflows, and data use across sectors
- Share lessons learned from existing collaboration efforts (e.g., PSIDS engagement)
- Explore mechanisms such as helpdesks and regional hubs to improve country support
- Generate actionable recommendations to enhance coherence and impact
Agenda
Welcome and Introduction (Moderators: Esther Makabe and Antje Hecheltjen)
Video Statements (UNCCD, UNCBD, UNFCCC)
Lightning Talks (Sven Gilliams, Ebenezer Ntsiful, Andiswa Mlisa, Lisa-Maria Rebelo)
Panel Discussion (moderators; all speakers)
Audience Q&A and Poll (moderators; all speakers)
Wrap-up and Key Takeaways (Julia Bayer-Cremer)