This event will explore the critical role of rangelands and grasslands in biodiversity conservation and the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). It will bring together governments, Convention secretariats, experts and practitioners to exchange perspectives, including insights from community-led projects, on operationalising Ryo synergies in rangelands. It will further explore opportunities to strengthen collaboration between the CBD and UNCCD to accelerate GBF implementation.  
 
EVENT OBJECTIVES 
- Bring together governments, convention secretariats, experts and practitioners to highlight the contribution of drylands, grasslands, savannahs and rangelands to biodiversity outcomes 
- Address barriers and challenges in protecting rangelands and grasslands for implementing GBF targets   
- Explore how stronger collaboration between the CBD and UNCCD can accelerate implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework  
 
KEY OUTCOMES 
- Recognising the essential role of rangelands, grasslands, savannahs and other dryland ecosystems  
- Identifying barriers and challenges to implementing the GBF targets in grasslands  
- Strengthening CBD and UNCCD collaboration and enhancing Rio Convention synergies  
- Recommendations for partnerships to strengthen the integration of biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, resilient rangelands and drylands and sustainable livelihoods