ICCAs—territories of life, and Indigenous and Traditional Territories (ITTs)
Reflections, positions, and proposals in the context of KMGBF Target 2, Target 3, and draft guidelines for ITTs Read more ▸
Convention on Biological Diversity
SBSTTA-27: Key asks of the Human Rights and Biodiversity Working Group
Shared by ICCA Consortium Resumen completo en español disponible aquí (archivo PDF) The adoption of KMGBF in 2022 was a historic step in recognizing… Read more “SBSTTA-27: Key asks of the Human Rights and Biodiversity Working Group” ▸
Statement for CBD SB8j‑1: Territories of life at the heart of the Convention on Biological Diversity
ICCA Consortium’s Statement to the First Meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Article 8(j) and Other Provisions of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). Read more ▸
CBD COP16 and Resumed Session: context and reflections from participants
By ICCA Consortium COP16 and Resumed Session (16.2) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD): context and reflections from participants Compilation and editing: Neema… Read more “CBD COP16 and Resumed Session: context and reflections from participants” ▸
Technical Analysis of the Global Biodiversity Framework
By the ICCA Consortium In the early hours of December 18, 2022, Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) adopted the Kunming-Montreal… Read more “Technical Analysis of the Global Biodiversity Framework” ▸
Exploring Voluntary Commitments by Non-state Actors in Advancing OECMs: Insights from China and International Perspectives
Event Recap: At this CBD COP16 Side Event on October 25, 2024, speakers shared assessments and case studies and took part in policy dialogues on Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs). Read more ▸
Global Biodiversity Framework Fund: reflections and recommendations for advancing direct and equitable funding for Indigenous and community-led conservation
This article highlights and builds on key points and recommendations shared in a statement by Giovanni B. Reyes during the Ministerial Dialogue and Pledging Session for the GBFF on 28 October 2024 during the 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16) in Cali, Colombia). Read more ▸
Global Biodiversity Framework: will the resources ever be mobilized to achieve the 2030 targets?
Resource mobilization has always been the most sensitive and contentious agenda item on which to reach a consensus. Read more ▸
COP16 negotiations: ICCA Consortium Southeast Asia shares recommendations for ASEAN member states
ICCA Consortium Southeast Asia recommends positions for the ASEAN member states to negotiate in the Sixteenth Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). Read more ▸
ICCA Consortium Statement at COP16: Protecting biodiversity and territories of life
We call on the international community to listen to our voices, recognize our authority over the territories we have cared for over generations, and support us with the necessary resources to continue being guardians of biodiversity. Read more ▸
Advancing Human Rights-based Approaches to Target 3 Implementation: A working paper
HRBWG et al. (2024). Advancing Human Rights-based Approaches to Target 3 Implementation. A working paper developed by members of the Human Rights and Biodiversity Working Group and participants in the international workshop on Advancing Rights and Equity in Conservation (Nanyuki, 2024). Read more ▸
From Agreements to Actions: A guide to applying a human rights-based approach to the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
A guide to offer additional support and specific examples for Parties, decision-makers, non-state actors, and rights holders involved in biodiversity policy on implementing a human rights-based approach in the Global Biodiversity Framework. Read more ▸
COP15 event explores the crucial role of women in protecting and defending biodiversity
For the first time in the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, the new global biodiversity framework adopted in December 2022 recognises and commits to protecting environmental human rights defenders. During COP15, a side event co-organised by the International Land Coalition, Natural Justice, and the ICCA Consortium delved into what this means in practice and what women face on a daily basis as they defend their territories of life in diverse contexts. Read more ▸
Event recap: Members’ views on the new global biodiversity framework and emerging policy and advocacy priorities
In a special membership engagement event held in conjunction with the first session of the 2023 General Assembly, ICCA Consortium Members and Honorary members reviewed draft technical analyses and collectively discussed ideas and potential priorities for the association’s policy and advocacy work in 2023 and beyond. Read more ▸
Territories of life and OECMs: reflections and recommendations from in-country experience
Dr. Ameyali Ramos (International Policy Coordinator of the ICCA Consortium from 2020-2022 and Deputy Chair of IUCN CEESP) presented on territories of life and “other effective area-based conservation measures” (OECMs) during the online Fuller Symposium on 3 November 2022. This is a lightly edited transcript of Ameyali’s presentation. Read more ▸
The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework takes important steps for social and environmental justice
After years of negotiations and many COVID-induced delays, Indigenous Peoples and local communities successfully advocated for key forms of recognition, marking a new minimum standard in the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. The ICCA Consortium’s international policy team provides an initial analysis of the key outcomes of COP15. Read more ▸
Local Indigenous solutions to global challenges: A statement by the Indigenous delegation from Burma/Myanmar to COP15
The success of Indigenous solutions to pressing conservation challenges in Burma/Myanmar is well-known despite the insurmountable violence and hardships that Indigenous Peoples face in the country. Read more ▸
Direct biodiversity financing to Indigenous Peoples and local communities should be a priority
Opinion: All donors—governments and private charities—should remove procedural barriers against direct funding to Indigenous People and local community organizations. Read more ▸
Reflections and a call for dialogue from the ICCA Consortium’s Council
“When you take care of the land, the land takes care of you.” In diverse contexts around the world, Indigenous Peoples’ and local communities’… Read more “Reflections and a call for dialogue from the ICCA Consortium’s Council” ▸
ICCA Consortium Position Paper on target 3 of the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework
ICCA Consortium Position Paper: Ensuring and enabling recognition and support for territories of life in the language and implementation of target 3 and broader Global Biodiversity Framework. Read more ▸
