11/10/2025
12:30 - 13:30
Virtual Channel 5
, Online only
Session with interpretation
Why attend
Explore the intersection of digital innovation and forest restoration as we discuss challenges, risks, opportunities, and benefits of empowering local communities to lead impactful restoration at scale. Featuring voices from MyFarmTrees, Alliance Bioversity-CIAT (Global), UNICEF’s Yoma e-learning platform (Africa), Miti Alliance (Kenya), and Tropical Rainforest Conservation & Research Centre (Malaysia).
Session Description
Discover how platforms like MyFarmTrees use mobile apps for capacity building, transparent payments, and real-time monitoring to help thousands of farmers in Kenya and Cameroon plant native trees. We explore gender-inclusive restoration, youth entrepreneurship, and local income generation—alongside the opportunities and practical challenges of scaling restoration initiatives. Key themes include digital literacy, inclusive participation, fair access to green finance, and expansion from Africa to Southeast Asia, with future AI-driven innovations. Guiding questions include: How can initiatives measure environmental and social impact to attract finance? What economic and environmental strategies can scale restoration? What technology risks need addressing, and which proven concepts drive success? How can e-learning and certification empower youth as leaders in restoration? Join us for an inspiring conversation on innovative solutions, global collaboration, and how to support digital platforms like MyFarmTrees in accelerating restoration, biodiversity recovery, and community resilience worldwide.Organised by
Fidel Chiriboga
Partners
Headquarters
Alliance Bioversity-CIAT
Alliance Bioversity-CIAT
Alliance Bioversity-CIAT
Alliance Bioversity-CIAT