The 23rd Session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, UNPFII #UNPFII23 , has just begun, and both staff and #CulturalSurvival board members are present. #WeAreIndigenous #ProudToBeIndigenous #IndigenousRights #UNDRIP

'Not only must we ensure #IndigenousWomen and girls are protected from violence, they must also be guaranteed #equal access to quality education, health care and economic resources'
H.E. Dennis Francis
President of the 78th session of the General Assembly
#UNPFII #WeAreIndigenous

#UNPFII2024
We invite you to Join this meeting for a vital discussion on how indigenous women are leading the way in climate justice! 🌱
Date: 16th April 2024
Venue: UN Church center second floor conference room
Time: 12-2pm
#WeAreIndigenous
MADRE Rosa Luxemburg NYC Indigenous Women Biodiversity Network

The climate and biodiversity emergencies amplify each other so must be solved together.
Along with deep emissions cuts, #NaturebasedSolutions have a critical role in solving the #climate and biodiversity crisis.

via IUCN

Indigenous fire management practices in Australia, dating back 11,000 years, offer a blueprint for combating today's climate-driven wildfires. By reintroducing traditional methods, we could potentially cool down the more intense fires of the modern era. t.ly/m4rfg

Forests provide many benefits for people, for climate, and #ForNature . These include:

✅Providing food and medicine
✅Housing over half of the world's #biodiversity
✅Stabilizing weather and climate

We must act to protect and restore our forests
Learn how 👇via WildLifeConservation

#UNDRIP art. 19: Indigenous Peoples must be seen as equal partners with financial groups and private investors, following the principles of free, prior and informed consent.

#WeAreIndigenous

Soil biodiversity represents one of the largest carbon stocks on Earth and plays a major role in fighting #ClimateChange .
IUCN's Issues Brief explains how: ➡️bit.ly/3lSZ2pT

Indigenous women from naramam women group,Natuyum women and youths working jointly to reclaim an encroached land by building gabions and terraces. Building a greener, resilient future for all.
Indigenous Information Network UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration Advisory Board
#Generationrestoration
#Fornature

Conservation efforts are vital for maintaining biodiversity 🦏 From the jaguar to the dugong, below are some of the many species Global Environment Facility (GEF) is striving to protect
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Inaction on tackling waste is risking our health, environment and economies.

Ahead of #ZeroWasteDay , catch up on UN Environment Programme's Global Waste Management Outlook launched at #UNEA6 ⤵️
unep.org/resources/glob…

On #WorldForestDay 2024, let's celebrate the remarkable contributions of Indigenous women like those from paran women groups who are leading efforts to restore the Mau #forest . 🌳🌿

Local Indigenous communities stand strong against extractive operations in Ecuador, Mexico, Cameroon & Indonesia, per Global Initiative.
Yet, gender norms stifle women's voices. 🌎🛖🚫
BES-Net (Biodiversity and Ecosystems Network)

Invasive alien species are a threat to #nature , nature’s contributions to people, and good quality of life. 🐜🌱

Read the ipbes #InvasiveAlienSpecies Report at: ipbes.net/ias

#ForNature

#WorldForestDay 2024, let's shine a spotlight on the remarkable role of Indigenous women in restoring degraded forests. paran women groups working on restoring the Mau forest. Let's empower and support their efforts for a greener, more sustainable future. #GenerationRestoration

🌳🌲🌴 On this #InternationalDayOfForests , the Forests and Communities Initiative (FCI) is issuing a crucial call for action to protect forests and respect the rights of indigenous peoples.

Join us and over 100 others: i.mtr.cool/ooammotprb

#ForestDay

Indigenous-led Forest Management and Ecosystem Restoration Initiatives play a pivotal role in creating healthy forest ecosystems.
#GenerationRestoration #InternationalForestDay #Fornature
Forest Peoples Programme FAO Forestry @FAO

#WorldForestDay , let's recognize forests as more than just trees—they're vital sources of food, shelter, and culture for indigenous peoples worldwide.It is important to consider Indigenous wisdom as guide to conservation efforts
#Fornature #GenerationRestoration

#WorldForestDay ! Let's marvel at the breathtaking beauty of forests, where every tree, plant, and creature plays a vital role in supporting biodiversity. Let's protect and preserve these natural wonders for generations to come. 🌲💚UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration Advisory Board FAO Forestry Forest Peoples Programme

Empowering indigenous women isn't just a trend—it's essential for our planet's future. 🌍🌳 Tree planting session post #InternationalWomensDay2024 celebrations. #IndigenousLeadership #SustainableFuture
Indigenous Information Network AIWO Indigenous Women Biodiversity Network