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SUMMARY:World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
DESCRIPTION:Her land. Her rights.\nDroughts are among the greatest threats to sustainable development\, especially in developing countries\, but increasingly so in developed nations too. In fact\, forecasts estimate that by 2050 droughts may affect over three-quarters of the world’s population. \nThe number and duration of droughts has increased by 29 percent since 2000\, as compared to the two previous decades (WMO 2021). When more than 2.3 billion people already face water stress\, this is a huge problem. \nWomen hold a vital stake in the health of the land\, yet they often don’t have control over it. \nIn all parts of the world\, women face significant barriers in securing land rights\, limiting their ability to thrive and prosper. \nIn many regions\, they remain subject to discriminatory laws and practices that impede their right to inherit and access to services and resources. \nAnd when land becomes degraded and water is scarce\, women are often the worst affected. \nThis year\, the theme of the International Day Against Desertification\, and Drought “Her land. Her rights”\, emphasizes that investing in women’s equal access to land and associated assets is a direct investment in their future and the future of humanity. It’s time for women and girls to be at the forefront of global land restoration and drought resilience efforts. \n\n\nDid you know?\n\n\n\nToday\, nearly half of the global agricultural workforce is female – yet less than one in five landholders worldwide are women.\nWomen’s rights to inherit their husband’s property continue to be denied in over 100 countries under customary\, religious\, or traditional laws and practices.\nGlobally\, women already spend a collective 200 million hours every day collecting water. In some countries\, a single trip to fetch water can take over an hour.\n\nsource: UNCCD\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/world-day-to-combat-desertification-and-drought/
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,ESG Events,ESG News,SDGs,United Nations
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SUMMARY:US Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program\, Leadership Edition 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is offering the Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program\, Leadership Edition 2025\, scheduled for March 6-7 and 10\, 2025. This intensive three-day program\, delivered through live online sessions with thought leaders\, is designed to equip professionals with the latest practical tools and resources necessary to enhance their organization’s sustainability performance and financial results. \nFor more information about this comprehensive and globally recognized program\, and to register\, please visit the program page: https://cse-net.org/trainings/usa-sustainability-esg-course-cohort1/ \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/us-certified-sustainability-practitioner-program-leadership-edition-2025/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Education,ESG Awareness,ESG Events,Sustainability,Sustainability Webinar
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SUMMARY:Live Webinar: Understanding the Global Circularity Protocol (APAC Listeners)
DESCRIPTION:The Global Circularity Protocol (GCP) is positioned to become a reference framework for measuring and communicating circular economy performance. As companies face growing pressure to substantiate circularity claims\, understanding how GCP works and how it fits with ESG and sustainability reporting is a must. \nJoin this 30-minute webinar hosted by Scott Lane\, Speeki’s CEO and Founder\, to gain a clear understanding of the GCP. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nWhat the GCP is (and what it is not)\nWhere the GCP fits within existing ESG frameworks\nWhy assurance matters for circularity disclosures\nHow to ensure your circularity initiatives are assurance-ready\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, 26 February 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirst session\n\n\n\n\n5:00pm Sydney time\n2:00pm Singapore time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecond session\n\n4:00pm London time\n11:00am New York time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/live-webinar-understanding-the-global-circularity-protocol/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:ESG Awareness,Sustainability Webinar
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SUMMARY:Live Webinar: Understanding the Global Circularity Protocol (EU & U.S. Listeners)
DESCRIPTION:The Global Circularity Protocol (GCP) is positioned to become a reference framework for measuring and communicating circular economy performance. As companies face growing pressure to substantiate circularity claims\, understanding how GCP works and how it fits with ESG and sustainability reporting is a must. \nJoin this 30-minute webinar hosted by Scott Lane\, Speeki’s CEO and Founder\, to gain a clear understanding of the GCP. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nWhat the GCP is (and what it is not)\nWhere the GCP fits within existing ESG frameworks\nWhy assurance matters for circularity disclosures\nHow to ensure your circularity initiatives are assurance-ready\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, 26 February 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirst session\n\n\n\n\n5:00pm Sydney time\n2:00pm Singapore time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecond session\n\n4:00pm London time\n11:00am New York time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/live-webinar-understanding-the-global-circularity-protocol-u-s-listeners/
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual ESG and Climate Africa Summit
DESCRIPTION:Driving Africa’s Sustainable Future Through Bold Climate Action and Responsible Governance\n\nThe 2nd Annual ESG and Climate Africa Summit returns to position itself as the continent’s premier platform for Environmental\, Social\, and Governance (ESG) integration and climate resilience. Following the success of its inaugural edition\, this high-level\, two-day event gathers the brightest minds to transition from climate dialogue to measurable\, localized action.\nThe summit acts as a critical nexus for over 150 industry leaders\, policymakers\, international investors\, and sustainability professionals to align public and private sector strategies. Attendees will collaboratively explore actionable roadmaps to address the twin challenges of rapid economic development and pressing climate adaptation.\n\nEvent Details\n\nEvent Name: 2nd Annual ESG and Climate Africa Summit\nDates: November 24–25\nLocation: Nairobi\, Kenya\nType: Professional Conference / Summit\nExpected Turnout: 150+ participants and 100+ industry & technology leaders\nCost/Tickets: Registration tiers vary; direct inquiries for group participation or individual passes can be routed to the organizers.\nWebsite: Hosted by the Leadvent Group Event Page\n\n\nCore Themes & Discussion Pillars\nThe summit’s agenda is carefully curated to reflect the realities and unique opportunities of the African market. Key focus areas include:\n\nSustainable Finance & Green Capital: Mobilizing funds through green bonds\, sustainability-linked loans\, and blended finance to propel eco-friendly projects.\nNet Zero & Decarbonization Pathways: Exploring scalable roadmaps for sector-specific emission reductions and the development of local carbon markets.\nClimate Risk Management: Utilizing scenario analysis and physical risk modeling to prepare infrastructure and businesses for environmental shifts.\nStandardized ESG Reporting: Mastering the frameworks (such as ISSB and GRI) required for transparent metrics\, data collection\, and materiality assessments.\n\n\nWhy You Should Attend\n\nActionable Insights: Move beyond theoretical sustainability. Walk away with practical frameworks to embed impact-driven ESG principles directly into your corporate decision-making or national policy.\nTargeted Networking: Engage in highly curated 1:1 matchmaking sessions\, interactive workshops\, and executive roundtables designed to forge cross-border partnerships.\nDiscover African Innovation: Get a firsthand look at localized technologies\, clean-tech startups\, and circular economy strategies tailor-made for the continent’s landscape.\n\nInquire about media and sponsorship \nShealyn Brannon
URL:https://esgnews.com/event/2nd-annual-esg-and-climate-africa-summit/
LOCATION:Trademark Hotel\, Village Market\, Limuru Road\, Gigiri\, Nairobi\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Circular Economy,ESG Awareness,ESG Events,ESG Investing,ESG Policy,International,Live Events,Net Zero Events,Social Responsibility,Sustainable Finance
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