6 December: Governance Day
Governance Day will emphasize the importance of responsible land governance in promoting human rights, combating land degradation and fostering inclusive development. It highlights the need for secure, equitable access to land, particularly for marginalized groups, such as women and indigenous peoples. The agenda focuses on three major themes: land tenure, integrated land use planning and urban-rural linkages. Ensuring tenure security can enhance food security, reduce poverty and support sustainable land management. Integrated land use planning helps balance competing demands for land resources, while improved urban-rural linkages can mitigate environmental degradation and support equitable development. The objectives of the Day are:
- Knowledge sharing: Promote dialogue, tools and awareness for sustainable land management and inclusive land tenure
- Governance frameworks: Strengthen governance for tenure security and urban-rural linkages, focusing on capacity building
- Partnerships and finance: Foster partnerships and mobilize resources for land restoration and tenure security initiatives
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