The World Bank Group supports a sustainable cattle ranching program in Colombia's Orinoquía region. This initiative uses silvopastoral methods, integrating trees, forage, and livestock, to help

The World Bank Group supports a sustainable cattle ranching program in Colombia's Orinoquía region. This initiative uses silvopastoral methods, integrating trees, forage, and livestock, to help farmers adapt to climate change. As a leading source of funding and knowledge for low-income countries, the World Bank Group is dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development.

For more information on this program and other development stories, visit the World Bank Group website, subscribe to our newsletter, or follow us on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn.

We are proud to collaborate with Greenpeace, Empowered by Light, and Solargrid to provide solar installations for our Munduruku allies in the Brazilian Amazon. The Munduruku are vital protectors

We are proud to collaborate with Greenpeace, Empowered by Light, and Solargrid to provide solar installations for our Munduruku allies in the Brazilian Amazon. The Munduruku are vital protectors of the Tapajos River, one of Brazil's last free-flowing major Amazon tributaries, defending it from destructive large dams.

These solar installations offer truly clean power for the Munduruku people, while also sending a clear message: large dams are not the solution to our energy needs. Take action in support by visiting: amazonwatch.org/landrightsnow.

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact of tourism on local communities.

The Global Ocean Commission, an independent body of international leaders, launched in London on February 12. Its aim is to

The Global Ocean Commission, an independent body of international leaders, launched in London on February 12. Its aim is to reverse ocean degradation and restore its full health and productivity.

Chaired by former Costa Rican President José María Figueres, South African minister Trevor Manuel, and former UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband, the Commission brings together senior political figures, business leaders, and development specialists from around the world.

The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative drives agrifood system transformation, aiming to eradicate poverty, end hunger, and reduce inequalities (SDGs 1, 2, 10). It leverages advanced geospatial

The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative drives agrifood system transformation, aiming to eradicate poverty, end hunger, and reduce inequalities (SDGs 1, 2, 10). It leverages advanced geospatial analytics and robust partnerships to boost incomes, improve nutrition, and build climate resilience for vulnerable populations.

The HIH Investment Forum 2025 serves as a crucial platform for member governments to present national agriculture and food value chain investment opportunities to global investors, development banks, and the private sector. Guatemala's Minister of Agriculture, María Fernanda Rivera, highlights the initiative's exciting potential for the country, detailing targeted sectors and their revitalization. For more information, visit [http://www.fao.org](http://www.fao.org).

The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative supports nationally led programs to transform agrifood systems, aiming to eradicate poverty (SDG1), end hunger (SDG2), and reduce inequalities (SDG10). It uses

The Hand-in-Hand (HIH) Initiative supports nationally led programs to transform agrifood systems, aiming to eradicate poverty (SDG1), end hunger (SDG2), and reduce inequalities (SDG10). It uses advanced geospatial analytics and robust partnerships to accelerate market-based changes, boosting incomes, improving nutrition, and strengthening climate resilience for vulnerable populations.

The HIH Investment Forum 2025 is central to this partnership-building, offering a platform for member governments to present national agriculture and food value chain investment opportunities. These opportunities are showcased to global investors, multilateral development banks, the private sector, and donors.

For more information, visit the HIH Investment Forum 2025 page. © FAO.

María Fernanda Jiménez, National Coordinator of Costa Rica's Right to Food Observatory, discusses her collaborative work with FAO on the "Legislating on the Right to Food" project. She

María Fernanda Jiménez, National Coordinator of Costa Rica's Right to Food Observatory, discusses her collaborative work with FAO on the "Legislating on the Right to Food" project. She highlights the partnership's organic nature, the strengthened national Observatory chapter, and tangible outputs like an inventory of Costa Rica's legal framework for food security and nutrition.

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The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries, offering 25 panels with diverse strategies for a healthy, just world. Interpretation was provided in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Learn more: wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly

Among the key sessions was "On Fire! Youth Leading the Way," held on June 26th. Moderated by Niria Alicia Garcia, the panel featured prominent youth climate and human rights activists: Mitzi Jonelle Tan, Maria Reyes, Samaï Malaïca Gualinga, and Xiye Bastida. Resources from this and other panels are available here: Assembly Resources

On Earth Day, during the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York, WECAN hosted "Protecting Land, Rights, and Future Generations: Indigenous Women on the Frontlines of Climate Action

On Earth Day, during the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York, WECAN hosted "Protecting Land, Rights, and Future Generations: Indigenous Women on the Frontlines of Climate Action and Earth Defense." This event brought together Indigenous women leaders globally to share firsthand experiences of colonization and climate disruption, while highlighting powerful solutions.

They showcased strategies upholding Indigenous rights and sovereignty, bringing health and justice to communities. The event also honored women land defenders protecting ecosystems, often at great personal risk. Panelists discussed democracy, reciprocal economies, rights of nature, and Indigenous rights as vital ways forward for the world.

Katherine Martínez Medina, 21, grew up on Vieques, Puerto Rico, an island contaminated by decades of US Navy bomb testing. This toxic environment, coupled with high food costs and import

Katherine Martínez Medina, 21, grew up on Vieques, Puerto Rico, an island contaminated by decades of US Navy bomb testing. This toxic environment, coupled with high food costs and import reliance, spurred her early environmental activism.

In 2020, Medina joined La Colmena Cimarrona, a women-led agriculture initiative formed post-Hurricane Maria. It seeks food sovereignty, a solidarity economy, and fights displacement in Vieques. As a link between organizations, Medina helps shape the farm's efforts, building hope.

Drone Footage Vieques:
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Additional footage:
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