Submitted by
momanim
on Mon, 03/17/2025 - 07:09
General Information
Resolution
44332
IUCN Constituent
Regional Office for West Asia
IUCN Constituent type
IUCN Secretariat
Period covered
Geographic scope
West Asia
Country/Territory
Iraq
Lebanon
Palestine
Actors involved in implementing this Resolution:
IUCN Members
Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon ( Lebanon )
Biodiversity and Environmental Research Center ( Palestine )
IUCN Commissions
IUCN Species Survival Commission 2021-2025
IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas 2021-2025
II. Implementation
Activities carried out to implement this Resolution
Activity
Convene stakeholders/Networking
Description and results/achievements of activities:
ROWA organizes meetings and workshops that bring together relevant stakeholders, strengthens partnerships with international organizations, and utilizes digital platforms and meetings for networking. Additionally, it actively participates in conferences and forums to enhance cooperation and exchange expertise on environmental issues
Status
On-going
Activity
Field activities
Description and results/achievements of activities:
Implementing field activities in conflict-affected areas through on-the-ground projects that contribute to restoring and improving degraded lands, enhancing soil and water quality, and addressing biodiversity loss in these regions
Status
On-going
Activity
Scientific/technical activities
Description and results/achievements of activities:
IUCN ROWA implements projects that contribute to conducting scientific and technical activities through environmental studies, soil and water quality analysis, and the application of technological solutions for land restoration. This includes using modern agricultural techniques, developing sustainable environmental strategies, organizing workshops to train field teams and local communities on environmental conservation methods, and implementing interventions to improve water retention in degraded lands.
Status
On-going
Describe any challenges encountered in implementing this Resolution and the measures taken
Challenges include security risks in conflict zones, limiting access and field activities, along with financial constraints threatening project sustainability. Coordinating efforts among stakeholders also requires time and effort. To address this, ROWA has strengthened donor partnerships and empowered local communities for sustainable environmental solutions.
Please report on the result /achievement of the actions taken
IUCN ROWA has successfully implemented on-the-ground projects in conflict-affected areas, restoring degraded lands, improving soil and water quality, and addressing biodiversity loss. These efforts have enhanced ecosystem rehabilitation and strengthened community resilience.
Additionally, ROWA has conducted scientific and technical activities, including environmental studies, soil and water analysis, and modern agricultural techniques to support land restoration. Training workshops have equipped field teams and local communities with essential skills for environmental conservation.
ROWA has also strengthened stakeholder collaboration by organizing meetings and workshops with government agencies, NGOs, and experts. Through digital platforms and networking, ROWA has improved coordination and knowledge exchange. Active participation in international conferences has further fostered long-term cooperation and the adoption of best environmental practices in conflict-affected areas
Additionally, ROWA has conducted scientific and technical activities, including environmental studies, soil and water analysis, and modern agricultural techniques to support land restoration. Training workshops have equipped field teams and local communities with essential skills for environmental conservation.
ROWA has also strengthened stakeholder collaboration by organizing meetings and workshops with government agencies, NGOs, and experts. Through digital platforms and networking, ROWA has improved coordination and knowledge exchange. Active participation in international conferences has further fostered long-term cooperation and the adoption of best environmental practices in conflict-affected areas
Identify and briefly describe what future actions/activities are planned for the implementation of this Resolution
Future action / activity
Capacity-building
Description
In the future, IUCN ROWA will focus on capacity building of local communities under this resolution by training them in environmental sustainability techniques, effective resource management, and the implementation of sustainable environmental solutions. Additionally, their participation in local environmental projects will be strengthened to ensure the long-term sustainability of ecosystem restoration efforts.
Report status
Published
Constituent type
IUCN Secretariat