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On this Biological Diversity Day, under the theme "Be Part of the Plan" we honour Kausalya Devi and all women whose deep-rooted respect for mother earth is key to biodiversity conservation.
Kausalya Devi begins her day with a sacred routine, offering prayer and water to her Tulsi plant and fodder to her cow. 60-year-old Kausalya came to Chinnapuliyur village in Erode, Tamil Nadu 30 years ago after marriage. With seven acres of land in the household, out of which 1.75 acres under her name, and an additional 3 acres on lease, she cultivates turmeric, coconut, sugarcane, groundnut, banana, and sesame seeds. |
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| E-learning Course on Wetland Conservation and Management in India |
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| Developed under the IKI-BMUV project “Wetlands Management for Biodiversity and Climate Protection” in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India, this online course is the gateway to understanding the fundamentals of conservation and effective management of this vital ecosystems. With technical support from Wetlands International South Asia (WISA), we bring you this self-paced, interactive learning experience. |
| Handbook Series on Sustainable Production of Cardamom, Cumin and Turmeric |
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| This three-handbook series is published under the Enhancement of Smallholder Spice Farmers’ Capacities in Sustainable Farming Project. It is part of the develoPPP programme. It aims to create awareness among farmers regarding the sustainable production practices for cardamom, cumin and turmeric ensuring long-term viability of spice cultivation while minimising negative environmental impacts. |
| A Short Film on Green Renuka Ji Fair |
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Renuka wetland, situated in the foothills of Western Himalayas, is a natural lake of immense cultural significance and a designated Ramsar Site. A week-long annual Renuka Ji International Fair attracts over 100,000 daily visitors and 700+ commercial establishments, making effective waste management is a key challenge for local authorities. As part of the #SaveWetlandsCampaign launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, the government of Himachal Pradesh hosted a Green Renuka Ji International Fair in November 2023 as a collective endeavour to address this challenge.
This initiative was supported by the IKI-BMUV project ‘Wetlands Management for Biodiversity and Climate Protection’. Learn more about multi-stakeholder collaboration involving local communities and businesses, tourists, government departments and Himachal Pradesh State Wetland Authority, with technical support from Waste Warriors Society. |
| A Short Film on Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation |
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| Conservation of biodiversity, including wildlife, is essential for India because the consequences of biodiversity loss and the resulting loss of ecosystem services will have a far-reaching impact on livelihoods. This film talks about the Indo-German Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation project which concluded on 30 June 2023, highlighting its results and achievements. |
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Beyond Binaries: Highlights from Our Gender Responsiveness Training
In the landscape of modern workplaces, fostering an environment of inclusivity and understanding remains an important element of organisational success. Recently, our team underwent training to broaden our perspectives and enhance our commitment to gender responsiveness.
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Developing Capacity for the Media of Tomorrow: Wetlands Training Programme for Media Students
Wetland conservation thrives on inclusive, community-driven initiatives and the media has an essential role in enhancing public awareness through wetland narratives in media coverage. |
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Timeless Publications: Old Works for New Perspectives |
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| People's Biodiversity Register: Simply Explained | Video | Access Benefit Sharing Project | Published in 2020 |
| While we celebrate Biological Diversity today, let's take a moment to revisit the role of Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) in India. This film explores how BMCs record all plants and animals in the region, their uses, the ones in danger, and the best way to conserve them in the People’s Biodiversity Register. This film was produced as a part of our previous project ‘Access and Benefit-Sharing' implemented at the national level and in the states of Uttarakhand, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. |
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The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, in partnership with GIZ India is implementing the Indo-German Biodiversity Programme (IGBP).
Commissioned in India on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Federal Ministry for Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV), the programme addresses the challenges of biodiversity conservation in four projects:
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