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.
Participates in a bilateral project implementing a participatory technology development process for integrated farming on drylands. Works at the grass-roots level implementing anti-desertification activities. Assists local farmers, self-help groups and women with micro credit. Promotes voluntary efforts in rural development through the building up of local institutions and training of workers. Undertakes land development programmes such as afforestation and soil and water management.
Monitors a database on the degradation of local ecosystems. Prepares studies and research on the_x000D_ degradation of agricultural land on the Cataractes Plateau and in the Niari Valley. Facilitates cooperation between the population and scientists on environmental and sustainable development issues. Has developed a cartographic map of the deterioration of forests on the plateau.
Organizes vocational training for women in different trades. Assists in the formation of women’s self-help groups. Facilitates their operations and imparts training to farmers on advanced methods of farming and cultivation, and on the management of irrigation channels and drainage systems._x000D_ Promotes solar lights and cookers and biogas. Implements programmes for agricultural development and the management of human and natural resources. Implements a Food for Work_x000D_ Programme of the WFP.
Promotes and undertakes initiatives to implement the three Rio conventions (CBD, UNFCCC and UNCCD). Proposes initiatives to strengthen public awareness in order to fulfil the aims of the conventions. Supports the establishment in other countries of organizations with similar aims._x000D_ Manages a website that offers non-governmental organizations the possibility of launching appeals to support environmental issues related to the three conventions. Facilitates the exchange of information among organizations involved in the implementation of the conventions.
Promotes watershed management and soil and water conservation practices. Carries out tree planting campaigns and promotes the establishment of farm tree nursery beds. Promotes incomegenerating activities that contribute towards the alleviation of rural poverty. Builds grass-roots_x000D_ capacity of rural communities to effectively participate and be fully involved in activities that affect their livelihoods. Capacity-building for the benefit of individual farmers in the use of appropriate technology.
Organizes training in soil and water conservation, sustainable agriculture and sustainable community development. Coordinates participatory training sessions with trainers in agricultural extension. Prepares and disseminates material on environmental issues through the mass media. Issues a quarterly environmental protection bulletin called Biosynopsis. Publishes books and brochures on environmental protection for children and adults. Implements soil, water and biodiversity projects in three pilot villages. Undertakes research projects on water and soil quality so as to meet the needs of the rural population.
Organizes awareness-raising campaigns on water management and the effects of desertification and drought. Manages the oasis ecosystem through awareness raising, protection of green areas, reduction of garbage and strengthening of local associations. Stimulates ecotourism in the area._x000D_ Organises forums and scientific seminars on environmental problems. Promotes traditional irrigation systems. Encourages the exchange of information between associations, business, local authorities and local organizations working in the same area.
Undertakes activities to involve local communities in the conservation and sustainable development of natural resources. Carries out projects for the conservation and rehabilitation of degraded areas through the plantation of native trees. Organizes activities to raise awareness on the sustainable use of natural resources and in education.
Prepares demonstration and training projects based on the experience of dryland afforestation, watershed management and reuse of treated wastewater and bio-solids. Organizes training courses annually, one on dryland agriculture and biotechnology and another on the conservation of dryland biodiversity. Is developing a project on collaboration to control natural resource degradation of arid lands in the region.
Undertakes projects in developing countries on agroforestry and combating desertification. Carries out programmes for the development of a primary sector in agriculture and forestry in developing countries. Stimulates ecotourism as a way of contributing to the sustainable development of certain areas.