Accredited CSO
The UNCCD COP recognizes that the involvement and participation of the civil society is vital to the successful implementation of this Convention. It therefore welcomes the contribution of CSOs, with particular regard to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), to the official meetings of the UNCCD.
Representatives from CSOs that are accredited to the COP may directly participate in the UNCCD secretariat’s sessions. At these sessions CSOs are consulted on United Nation’s policy and programme matters. They also play key roles at major United Nations conferences as indispensable partners for efforts at the country level. Below are the current accredited CSO's to the Convention.
AgriCord supports farmers’ organizations to promote sustainable land management, agroecology, and climate resilience. Our activities include capacity building, access to finance, and policy advocacy, helping farmers combat land degradation, adapt to climate change, and contribute to inclusive land governance aligned with UNCCD goals.
CAOI is an organization that represents Andean indigenous peoples from 4 countries (Peru, Colombia, Ecuador and Bolivia). The organization works on the protection of biodiversity, Climate Change and land.
MRSS NGO was established on June 6, 2012, and is a non-political, non-governmental, and non-profit organization. The MRSS aims to conserve biodiversity, prevent environmental degradation and climate change, and ensure a healthy, safe, and resource-rich world for future generations.Purpose-To protect Mongolia’s dryland ecosystems; strengthen the capacity of rural and local CSO's; safeguard a healthy and safe living environment; and promote multi-stakeholder cooperation for sustainable development
Main areas of intervention: Environment, Sustainable Development, Agroecology, and Oasis Protection. El Argoub unites farmers and beekeeperS from Laghouat, Algeria, promoting agroecological oasis practices. Core activities include wareness-raising, stakeholder mobilization for sustainable development, NGO training/structuring, revenue generating projects for oasis populations, and government advocacy. Supports vulnerable groups, especially women, and transfers knowledge young farmers.
Eco-Innovation and Development Center NGO, established in 2016, promotes sustainable land management, environmental protection, climate resilience and community-based development. Its work supports awareness raising, capacity building, research, stakeholder engagement and practical eco-innovation initiatives relevant to combating desertification, land degradation and drought.
MAEP within its one of the primary goals “to create conditions for a healthy and comfortable life for elderly citizens” pays attention to the issue of climate change impact on older people’s longevity and healthy ageing. Increased vulnerability of older persons to climate change poses significant challenges to the economy of Mongolia and to caregiver families in particular. In this respect MAEP enhances its activities in the field of advocacy, capacity building, training and public awareness.
Our NGO is an independent organization with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing carbon sequestration, strengthening the capacity to adapt to climate change, and supporting sustainable green development. • reduce greenhouse gas emissions; • improve carbon sequestration (pasture, forest, aquatic ecosystems); • support innovation and green technology; • generate quality data in line with international and national MRV systems
Itijah champions a community-led approach to environmental resilience, positioning youth and women as the primary architects of sustainable land management. Leveraging our established roles within UNFCCC, UNEP, and the Climate Action Network, we bridge global climate policy with grassroots action. We specialize in capacity building and civic engagement, empowering marginalized groups to lead initiatives that combat desertification, manage water scarcity, and restore local ecosystems. Our mission
LAHURNIP promotes and defends Indigenous Peoples’ rights to land, territories, and natural resources in Nepal. It provides legal aid, conducts research, and engages in policy advocacy on environmental justice, climate impacts, and development projects. Its work supports sustainable land management, ecosystem protection, and addresses land degradation affecting Indigenous communities.
Ulaanbaatar Chamber of Commerce (UBCC) was established in 2015 through the initiative of major corporate groups based in Ulaanbaatar. The UBCC currently has a total of 392 members, 80% of Mongolia’s private sector enterprises are located and operate in Ulaanbaatar. The Chamber also hosts the National and International Commercial Arbitration Center, which consists of 46 arbitrators, including 16 foreign arbitrators.