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Your monthly dose of IFSA news! |
February 2024 |
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Dear IFSA Family,
Farewell sweet February and welcome mellifluous March! We hope that your February served you well. Spring is around the corner, so how has this year been treating you so far? 🌸
Be that as it may, let us step into March with good spirits. To start with, this month's newsletter brings you lots of amazing opportunities. From the IFSA Spring Course 2024 to the Call for IFSA Delegates from TFD and UN Climate Change Conference. Let us also look back on the amazing events LC Pokhara and LC Hetauda did in February. Inspiring, aren't they? We'd love to hear about your inspiring events too! Share them with us.
We will also celebrate International Day of Forests this month on the 21st March. Below is the list of news delivered for you! Let's check them out and see what exciting activities you can do as we approach International Day of Forests and beyond! 😉
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Official of the Month |
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January 2024 |
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February 2024 |
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Delegations’ Carbon Report |
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How much carbon footprint did IFSA produce in 2023?
IFSA 2023 Carbon Emissions Report is here! An insightful and comprehensive overview of our organization's environmental impact over the past year.
At IFSA, we are committed to transparency and sustainability, and this report serves as a testament to our dedication to minimizing our carbon footprint and fostering responsible environmental practices. |
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IFSA Spring Course 2024 |
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Join us in honoring the International Day of Forests with a week-long exploration of the dynamic interplay between innovation and implementation in forestry. 🌳✨
Embark on a journey of learning as we invite passionate experts to share their insights, shaping a brighter future for our forests. Register for our spring course now!🌲 |
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Panel Discussion |
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Advancing Gender Equality in Forestry |
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In honor of International Women’s Day 2024, join us for a panel discussion on advancing gender equality in the forestry sector!
This event will be held on 16 March 2024, 2:00 PM UTC+1 online via Zoom Meeting. Don't miss this opportunity to join the conversation and celebrate International Women's Day! 🌳💜 |
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IFSA Experience |
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World Wetlands Day, 2024 - LC Pokhara Cleanup and Walkathon |
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On World Wetlands Day 2024, IFSA Pokhara marked the occasion with a successful cleanup campaign and walkathon program at Fewa Lake, part of the lake clusters in Pokhara Valley designated as RAMSAR sites. Read more about their story by clicking the image! |
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IFSA LC Hetauda Report on Plastic-Free Palung |
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IFSA-Hetauda organized a three-day campaign named “Plastic-Free Palung” from February 5th to February 7th, aiming to raise awareness and reduce plastic usage concluding with a report highlighting challenges in Palung and urging proactive measures for improvement. Read more by clicking the image! |
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Forest Europe Webinar |
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The Roots of Innovation |
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Join the Forest Europe webinar on 14 March 2024, 14:30 UTC+0 to learn more about innovations in the forest sector!
This webinar caters specifically to individuals who are part of the signatories of FOREST EUROPE, observer organizations and countries, private sector representatives, industry professionals, students, research organizations, or simply anyone interested in innovation. Click the image to learn more! |
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8Billion Filmmaking Initiative |
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Meet Dr. Bachirou Bodo, who embodies the struggles and triumphs of a community rebuilding their lives in the desert after being displaced by floods. |
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Join Abdou Karim Elhaj Adamou, an advocate for environmental sustainability, as he uses art to guide Niger's youth to adopt eco-friendly practices and combat plastic pollution. |
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Opportunities |
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Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award |
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Nominations OPEN for the 7th #WangariMaathai Forest Champions Award! This year's focus: reducing forest loss, sustainable products, and resilient communities. The winner gets $20,000 & international recognition!
Take the chance to honour those preserving our forests! Do you know a #forestchampion making a difference? Nominate grassroots and youth-led initiatives! |
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International Day of Forests 2024 Photo Contest |
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Submission deadline: March 7, 2024, 12:00 CET
Capture forest innovation! Join the International Day of Forests 2024 photo contest. Show how tech, knowledge, and action protect forests. Win and get featured by FAO! Click the image to learn more! |
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LC Projects and Video Showcase: IUFRO World Congress 2024 |
Calling all IFSA Local Committees! 📣 |
| LC Project ShowcaseIFSA is creating an interactive map to showcase the LCs' local and international innovative projects at the IUFRO World Congress 2024. Promote your LC's projects and have them showcased at the IUFRO World Congress - let's show how impactful the IFSA community is in forestry! |
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LC Video ShowcaseLet’s highlight the relevance of youth in the IUFRO World Congress 2024! 🌳🌐 Showcase the best of your LC in a 1-minute video for our new IFSA LC Map on our website to be revealed at the world's biggest forestry event! |
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The deadline for both applications is 30th March 2024. |
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IFSA Delegates for The Forest Dialogue: Ecosystem Restoration Dialogue |
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Application deadline: 10 March 2024, 23:59 CET
We are looking for delegates for the Ecosystem Restoration Dialogue by The Forests Dialogue that will be held on April 22–26, 2024. This incredible dialogue will be held in Samarinda, East Kalimantan, Indonesia, bringing together leaders, youth, the private sector, NGOs, civil society, the government, and indigenous communities to the table. Are you the next IFSA delegates? |
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IFSA Delegates for United Nations Climate Change Conference (SB-60) |
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Registration deadline: 15 March 2024, 23:59 WAT We are also looking for delegates for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (SB-60) event that will be held from 3–13 June 2024 in Bonn, Germany. Share this opportunity with your LC and don’t miss the deadline! Are you up next? |
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Open Call for Head of Partners Commission |
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Are you interested in developing partnerships and collaborations with many great organisations in the youth & forestry section? Apply for our Head of Partners Commission position!
The Head of the Partners Commission is tasked with overseeing and coordinating all the activities happening within the commission. They oversee and work very closely with the eight Heads of Sub-Commission (CIFOR, EFI, ITTO, IUFRO, ProSilva, RECOFTC, The Forests Dialogue, and FAO), ensuring the proper planning and execution of the yearly work plans, and assisting them in all capacities to ensure that they adequately fulfil their role.
Thinking that this position is for you? Click the image to find out more and on how to apply! |
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Open Call for Design Commissioner |
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Join the Creative Force - Design Commissioner Wanted! ✨ Send your application to the Head of Communication Commission at communication@ifsa.net and carbon copy the Head of Design at design@ifsa.net, or read the information by clicking the image! |
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Rolling Open Calls |
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Recurring Open Calls |
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Development Fund |
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Do you aim to be more active with your involvement in IFSA? No worries! IFSA Development Fund will always be a running open call. Apply before the end of every month to be considered. Click the image to learn more! |
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Monthly Call for Submission |
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What’s interesting about your LC this month? Share your News or LC Project with us! The deadline is on the 24th of every month. Share with us now by clicking the buttons below! |
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Mark Your Calendars |
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International Day of Forests 21 March 2024 Ecosystem Restoration Dialogue by TFD 22–26 April 2024, Samarinda, East Kalimantan, Indonesia United Nations Climate Change Conference 3-13 June 2024, Bonn, Germany IUFRO World Congress 2024 23–29 June 2024, Stockholm, Sweden |
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Quote of the Month |
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Thank you for reading our newsletter!
No matter who you are, no matter where you are, let's all get together
for "a world that appreciates forests."
IFSA-hugs, The IFSA Newsletter Editorial Team Communication Commission 🌳
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