Bridging Tradition and Innovation | webinar
Organised by Congo Basin Landscapes Initiative
Bridging Tradition and Innovation
26 August 2026, 12:30-13:45 CET | online
Join us for the first session of the Congo Basin Voices series: "Bridging Tradition and Innovation: Indigenous and Youth Contributions to Climate Action and Sustainable Development in the Congo Basin". This interactive webinar will showcase how Indigenous knowledge and youth-driven innovation can come together to protect the Congo Basin, the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest.
Main topics:
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Integration in Action: Models that blend traditional knowledge with science and AI tools.
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Youth Leadership: Spotlight on young researchers leading climate solutions.
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Amplified Collaboration: Connections across communities, researchers, and partners.
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Building Capacity: Strengthening skills and networks through culturally respectful approaches.
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Knowledge at Scale: Sharing best practices and digital platforms for wider impact.
Speakers
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George Neba Akwah, UNEP – Congo Basin Team Leader
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Prescilia Monireh Kapupu, ANAPAC RDC – Programme Lead
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Fabrice Inkonnokoy, UNEP – Policy Frameworks, IPLC Rights
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Brice Papiny Kefoueet Tsafack, AVCR/REJEFAC – Technical Secretary
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Marianna Osipova, UNEP – Youth & Education Specialist
Check the IPBES work in collaboration with Indigenous and Local Knowledge Dialogue Reports, including Indigenou youth
This event marks the start of ongoing collaboration, shared learning, and action to secure a sustainable future for the Congo Basin. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the conversation!
Photo by Trésor Kande on Unsplash: view of the Bombo Lumene Natural Reserve, République démocratique du Congo. The Congo Basin is the world’s second-largest tropical rainforest.