CIFOR-ICRAF

Welcome to our new page 💚 More than a research organisation, we are a union of the best minds working to find nature-based solutions for forest and tree landscapes. Together, we’re at the forefront in delivering transformative science to create a future with healthy, biodiverse and productive landscapes. Join us on our journey! We are CIFOR-ICRAF 🌳 #TreesPeoplePlanet

Did you know Africa's Great Green Wall initiative is led by a generation on the rise? With 64.5% under 25, Sahel's #youth are key to overcoming land degradation challenges. Rewind to June's #K4GGWA Youth Webinar where young minds explored solutions! ➡️ Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/4dPixbK Join us August 30th for "Unlocking Women's Potential in and for the Great Green Wall", the second episode of the K4GGWA series – don't miss it! Register:🔗 https://bit.ly/4dPixZi #GenerationRestoration #GreatGreenWall Acteurs non étatiques de la Grande Muraille Verte | @Organisation des Jeunes Africains pour le Développement et l’Emergence | @Conajec Coordination Nationale des Jeunes pour l'Environnement et le Climat |

Today, CIFOR-ICRAF had the pleasure of hosting a distinguished delegation from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). The delegation, led by Dr. Han Yu, Vice President of NSFC, included Dr. Zhang Yongtao, Acting Director of the Bureau of International Cooperation; Ms. Zhu Weitong, Secretary of the Party Committee Office; Dr. Li Wencong, Division Director of Asia, Africa, and International Organizations; and Ms. Zhang Yiwei, Program Officer. Our team, led by Michael Dougherty, Director of Communications, Outreach, and Engagement, welcomed the delegation and introduced them to CIFOR-ICRAF's work. Catherine Muthuri, Prasad Hendre, Salina Abraham, Xu Jianchu and Bruce Scott,  also joined the discussions. During the visit, we explored potential synergies and discussed ways to strengthen our collaboration. CIFOR-ICRAF and NSFC share a common belief in the power of science to drive positive change and the importance of putting people at the center of our work. The delegation also had the opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art laboratories, including the Geospatial Lab, Soil Spectroscopy and Living Soils Lab, and the Tree Seed Lab. These visits provided valuable insights into CIFOR-ICRAF's research and innovation. We believe that global environmental challenges can only be addressed through cooperation, and we look forward to continued collaboration with NSFC for #TreesPeoplePlanet.

Did you know? 💭 Orangutans are currently listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. Habitat loss, hunting, and the pet trade are pushing orangutans to the brink. CIFOR-ICRAF works with local communities to find sustainable solutions to protect orangutans, including planting orangutan food trees, monitoring their habitats, and promoting eco-friendly livelihoods. Learn more:🔗 https://bit.ly/3M99mqP #InternationalOrangutanDay #OrangutanDay

What’s #gender got to do with DRC’s iconic forests? New course upskills practitioners on gender in forest management. Full story:🔗 bit.ly/3WOqtTA #Trees4Resilience

Ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) goes beyond environmental protection – it safeguards people and communities too. Healthy ecosystems provide: 💧 Reduced flooding 🌅 Mitigated droughts 🌊 Prevented landslides 💨 Improved air and water quality #Trees4Resilience

As scrutiny of carbon credit schemes intensified in 2023, our experts weighed in. Backed by over a decade of expertise on REDD and related research, we addressed expanding concerns over exaggerated claims, the problem of additionality, the role of government regulation, the potential of ‘blue carbon credits’, and how new accounting methods could rebuild confidence in forest carbon markets. Learn more about our work on #REDD from Christopher Martius, CIFOR-ICRAF Team Leader, Climate Change, Energy & Low-Carbon Development #ImpactReport2023 #Trees4Resilience

More than simply ‘agriculture with trees’, #agroforestry offers a wealth of benefits. Trees integrated into farms and landscapes provide timber, nutritious food, and environmental protection. ➡️: https://lnkd.in/d5gbkMZ8 #Trees4Resilience

📣 Join our team We are seeking a State Associate in Jorhat, Assam, India, to support the Trees Outside Forests in India (TOFI) initiative. If you have experience in agriculture, forestry, environmental sciences, or natural resource management and are passionate about sustainable development, we want to hear from you. 💼 Key Responsibilities: 🔹 Collaborate with stakeholders at the district level to implement TOFI’s Program Delivery Model (PDM). 🔹Coordinate training, capacity-building activities, and field operations. 🔹Support the establishment and sustainability of TOF Hubs within the district. 💼 Qualifications: 🔹Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field. 🔹Experience in donor-funded projects and working with government institutions. 🔹Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Apply by August 18, 2024:➡️ https://bit.ly/3YLaCYB #JobsInIndia #StateAssociate #IndiaJobs #Hiring #Vacancy

Indonesia is home to the world's largest mangrove area, accounting for about one-fifth of the global total. Sumatra, the second-largest Indonesian island by mangrove coverage, hosts 892,835 hectares of these vital ecosystems. In South Sumatra, significant mangrove clusters are located in the Sungsang area. However, Sungsang's mangroves face threats primarily from agricultural expansion, a situation exacerbated by poverty among vulnerable coastal communities affected by mangrove depletion. To address these challenges, CIFOR-ICRAF, in partnership with Temasek Foundation, has launched the Sungsang Mangrove Restoration and Ecotourism (#SMART) project. This initiative aims to revitalize Sumatra's precious mangrove forests through community-led efforts. Learn how the project will empower local communities, promote sustainable practices, and protect these crucial coastal habitats. 🔗: https://lnkd.in/dddYxqde #Trees4Resilience