Event Overview This thought-provoking panel discussion convened experts, youth leaders, and environmental advocates to explore the critical interconnections between forestry, agriculture, and global environmental frameworks, including the three Rio Conventions. The session highlighted the biodiversity conservation efforts on the Mongolian Plateau, as well as the potential of agroecology to restore…
Venue: EPDA (B13) Pavilion UNCCD COP16 RIYADH Moderator: Tanda Godwin (EPDA) Panelists Sunday Geoffrey (SUHUCAM) Riham Helmy (Envirox) Harrison Nnoko (AJESH) Dr. Meena Bilgi (Green Future Foundation) Francis (PCA ASMDE Relief) Mr. Tanda Godwin (moderator) Key Discussion Themes The panel started with a background note to water sustainability and land…
On December 5, 2024, the Environmental Protection and Development Association (EPDA) hosted a compelling panel discussion on the theme “Agro-Food Systems” as part of the UNCCD COP16 conference. Moderated by EPDA’s Executive Director, Mr. Tanda Godwin, the event convened experts, advocates, and stakeholders to explore pressing issues related to…
EPDA showcased its commitment to global environmental solutions by participating in a key panel discussion at the Commonwealth Pavilion. The session, titled “Sustainable Land Management and Climate Resilience: Tackling Drought and Land Degradation,” provided a platform for EPDA to present insights and collaborative strategies addressing pressing environmental issues. The discussion…
The Environmental Protection and Development Association (EPDA) marked the commencement of its participation at COP16 by setting up its pavilion. This initial effort focused on strategic preparation, including the placement of roll-up banners, posters, and other visual materials to effectively highlight EPDA’s mission and ongoing initiatives. The pavilion attracted significant…
On Wednesday, December 4, EPDA officially launched its pavilion at the UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh, hosting an opening ceremony and round table discussion under the theme: “Defining and Pioneering Pathways to Climate and Drought Resilience for a Sustainable Land Restoration Future.” The event brought together delegates from organizations across Africa…
Day 1: December 2, 2024 – Pavilion Setup Morning & Afternoon: Pavilion setup and logistical arrangements to ensure a functional and welcoming space for delegates and visitors. Day 2: December 3, 2024 – Opening & Strategic Dialogues Theme: Defining Pathways to Climate and Drought Resilience for Sustainable Land Restoration Morning:…
Responding together It is no small task to balance personal concerns, professional duties, and to keep going for the sake of those we all serve, as part of our missions. We hope that your loved ones and colleagues are safe and healthy because that’s the most important thing since the…
Fostering SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL WELL BEING The NGO landscape provides among others the opportunity for people to seek lifelong jobs in other to satisfy their desire and passions for delivering quality services. While workers bring in their optimum and positive energies towards the realisation of organisational goals, there is a…
In communities without or with limited toilets, the practice of defecating in the open (such as in fields, bushes, or by bodies of water) becomes common thereby ravaging public health. Exposed faecal matter contaminates food, water and the environment, and can spread serious diseases, such as cholera, typhoid, COVID-19. Coupled…
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