Invasive plant species are one of the biggest threats that pastoralism faces, and the biggest cause of rangeland degradation. This event will present an overview of the dire situation of invasive species spread, challenges, and their impact on land and livelihoods. Good practice strategy development and rangeland monitoring systems will be shared. Ways to incentivize private sector investment will be discussed. The event will conclude with a Call to Action on Invasive Plant Species with agreement on priority action points.  
 
 
EVENT OBJECTIVES 
- To raise awareness on the prolific spread of invasive species in rangelands and the threats of inaction.  
- To present options for prevention, management and rehabilitation.  
- To call for a multistakeholder global partnership for action.  
 
KEY OUTCOMES 
The key outcome anticipated is greater action on the prevention and management of invasive species, and rehabilitation of a contribution to land degradation neutrality, building of drought resilience and biodiversity conservation.