13/10/2025
15:00 - 15:45
IUCN Africa
Session with interpretation
Why attend
Discover inspiring community-led restoration initiatives across Africa, from seagrass to mangroves. This workshop highlights the vital role of youth, Indigenous Peoples, and local communities in driving resilient conservation, while sharing lessons and strategies to scale nature-based solutions with equity and collaboration across regions.
Session Description
This workshop will showcase inspiring community-led ecosystem restoration initiatives from across Africa, spanning diverse ecosystems such as seagrass meadows, forests, soils, and mangroves. Participants will hear from local leaders and experts representing different African subregions, each presenting concrete examples of restoration efforts with strong community participation. The session will highlight the crucial role of youth, Indigenous Peoples, and Local Communities (IPLCs) in ensuring the long-term success and equity of conservation action. Through interactive presentations and a final discussion, attendees will gain insights into key success factors, challenges, and innovative approaches that can be adapted and scaled for greater conservation impact. By creating a platform for exchange, the event will foster interregional collaboration, amplify lessons from the African Conservation Forum, and contribute to building more resilient, equitable, and inclusive pathways for nature-based solutions and large-scale restoration in Africa.Organised by
Eastern and Southern Africa Region
Partners
ACT Environment and Sustainable Development Directorate Departmental ( Australia )
Moderator
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