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Independent Research Forum (IRF): supporting change for a sustainable future
… as a  game changer , not just by governments, but by  business  and civil society. But the development of this “transformative agenda” – seen as a response both to the 2008 financial crisis and the environmental and climate challenges – required not just an ambitious … Governance …
Project, 14 December 2018
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Strengthening local voices in the governance of food systems and the environment
… agrofuels and agricultural development have had little input from civil society, particularly from groups traditionally excluded from policy … conservation policies and practice for food and livelihood security, environmental sustainability and justice, and Strengthening local voices … Strengthening local voices in the governance of food systems and the environment …
Project, 01 September 2011
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New 'Landcam' website launched
… informed and inclusive dialogue and analysis and engaging the public, civil society and the media. Brendan Schwartz , senior researcher in IIED's …  is an independent Cameroon-based organisation that works to promote environmental justice and protect the rights, culture and aspirations of … Governance …
News, 01 May 2019
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‘Post-2015’ international development goals: Who wants what and why
… days to go until the MDGs ‘expire’, dialogue among governments and civil society is gathering energy. Is inequality a pivotal issue for global … 2015 agenda’ simultaneously support action on poverty reduction, environmental health and economic growth? How can the next set of goals … Governance …
Publication, 01 June 2013
Participants at the third China-Africa Forest Governance Learning Platform meeting in Beijing (Photo: Simon Lim/IIED)
China-Africa Forest Governance Learning Platform puts focus on business solutions
… countries, Chinese officials, private sector representatives and civil society organisations. Their discussions over two days in October … and Sustainable Development (DRC); and Nathan Mununuzi, senior environmental officer, Ministry of Water and Environment (Uganda).   … China-Africa Forest Governance Learning Platform puts focus on business solutions …
News, 14 February 2017
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Africa’s Agenda 2030: channeling the SDGs towards inclusive, resilient and accountable development
… Participants included government officials and representatives of civil society organizations from eleven African countries. The retreat … effective, accountable and inclusive institutions for transformative~governance. …
Publication, 01 August 2018
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Mineral exploration goes unchecked as demand escalates
… that would apply to the full-scale development of a mine, such as environmental and social impact assessments (ESIAs) or free, prior and … (CCSI)  and Namati ) is offering technical advice to governments, civil society and local communities. This includes how to bring better …
Insight, 16 February 2022
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Responsible contracting in the Russian oil and gas industry
… oil and gas projects in Russia as an important factor influencing the environmental and social impacts.The report aims to provide information … of oil and gas activities. As such it also offers guidance for civil society organisations and government agencies that seek to monitor the … Governance …
Publication, 01 March 2010
The Least Developed Countries Independent Expert Group (Image: IIED)
Least Developed Countries Independent Expert Group
… IEG  commissioned a series of interviews with leaders, experts, and civil society representatives from nine of the LDCs. The aim was to hear about … aspects of sustainable development, including community development, environmental management, climate change, energy, communications and the … Governance …
Article, 03 August 2015
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First steps towards a global agreement
… committed to the process and the goal. Although member states and civil society had expected a draft treaty to be presented for consideration, … protected areas so they benefit all; processes for establishing environmental impact assessments; and agreeing a mechanism for enabling … Governance …
Insight, 21 September 2018