Since 2007, Drynet has been an active voice in the processes of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). We advocate for the recognition of local organisations and communities as central actors in the fight against land degradation. Their knowledge, lived experience, and innovative practices are essential to shaping lasting and effective solutions.
Drynet members contribute directly to UNCCD processes by participating in the Conference of the Parties (COP) and the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention (CRIC) and host events to commemorate Desertification and Drought Day (June 17).
Drynet was instrumental in the establishment of the UNCCD Civil Society Organisations (CSO) Panel, established by the COP in 2009 to ensure meaningful CSO participation and in UNCCD processes. Since then Drynet members have played a crucial role as regional representatives on the Panel and as elected Observers to the Science Policy Interface.
The CSO Panel is made up of five members. Three of the current five members are Drynet members:
The UNCCD Science-Policy Interface (SPI) is comprised of 35 experts working to ensure the delivery of policy-relevant information, knowledge and advice to support the implementation of the Convention. Drynet member Manon Albagnac from CARI in France is the CSO representative of the current SPI Observers.
The IWG on the Future Strategic Framework (FSF) is a 20-member group established in 2024 to identify key elements for a post-2030 strategic framework of the Convention and conduct a thorough analysis of the indicators in the current strategic framework. Drynet member Emmanuel Seck from ENDA in Senegal is the current CSO representative on the IWG-FSF.
17 key messages emerged after a consultative participatory online process with more than 150 CSO representatives ahead of CRIC23. These messages unite civil society, youth, indigenous peoples and local communities’
The UNCCD Secretariat has announced the selection of Ana di Pangracio (FARN, Argentina) as the alternate CSO observer at the UNCCD Science – Policy Interface (SPI) until COP17. Drynet extends
Drynet’s main role is to advocate for the recognition of local dryland organisations and communities as central actors, ensuring their knowledge and innovative practices shape lasting and effective UNCCD policy.
Drynet members actively participate in the UNCCD Conference of the Parties (COP), the Committee for the Review of the Implementation of the Convention (CRIC), and initiatives like Desertification and Drought Day.
The UNCCD CSO Panel was established with Drynet’s instrumental support in 2009 to ensure meaningful civil society participation in UNCCD processes. Drynet members frequently serve as regional representatives on this Panel.
Yes, Drynet contributes to the UNCCD Science-Policy Interface (SPI) by having a member serve as the CSO representative, ensuring policy-relevant, science-backed advice supports the Convention’s implementation.
