This report synthesizes the shared experiences, challenges, and solutions suggested by several dozen young landscape practitioners and experts across Africa who participated in a series of consultations centered on the restoration of African ecosystems. Co- written by several experts in the field, this report covers gaps and solutions across policy, finance, capacity building, and communication to show how landscape restoration can be scaled for long-term impact on people and the planet. The report identifies 4 opportunities for transformative change:

1. Finance: create flexible financing and resources for community-led restoration.
2. Policy: commit to a paradigm shift, ensuring youth and excluded groups are meaningfully represented in decision-making.
3. Capacity development: support the capacity of young experts and restoration practitioners across Africa.
4. Communications: use clear, culturally appropriate methods and platforms to co-create and communicate about restoration.

Are you attending UNCCD COP16? Join us on 9 December at 09:00 local time (UTC+3) at the Restoration Pavilion for the session “How are young visionaries rewriting the future of Africa’s landscapes?“

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This presentation encapsulates the highlights of the Landscape Leadership Camp held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 14–16 September 2024. Bringing together 60 exceptional young leaders from across Africa and beyond, the event focused on justice-driven landscape approaches for a greener future. Through workshops, panels, and field visits, participants collaborated to tackle complex challenges and craft transformative solutions for sustainable development.

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About the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop

On 9 and 10 October, the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to set the scene for the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference: A New Vision for Earth. Co-designed by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the workshop brought together 45 brilliant young minds from Africa and around the world selected from over 700 applicants to drive impactful and transformative change.

Together, we brainstormed out of the box to find landscape solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, social injustices and other major challenges. We held hands while sharing our feelings about the world. We harnessed the power of art to challenge dominant narratives. We will forever cherish the memories we made, and we will continue to nourish these new relationships with care.

Facilitating change in multi-stakeholder landscapes

This presentation introduces the concept of Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships (MSPs) as cooperation arrangements to address specific issues. It emphasizes the importance of mapping stakeholders in landscapes, exploring power dynamics, and recognizing the roles of different actors. The presentation discusses the 7 principles of effective MSPs, including embracing systemic change, transforming institutions, and fostering collaborative leadership. It encourage understanding power, conflict resolution, and effective communication.

The audience is prompted to reflect on the obstacles to communication and how MSPs bring people together to address landscape challenges. The presentation concludes by providing tools and key resources for working with power and managing conflict.

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About the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop

On 9 and 10 October, the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to set the scene for the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference: A New Vision for Earth. Co-designed by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the workshop brought together 45 brilliant young minds from Africa and around the world selected from over 700 applicants to drive impactful and transformative change.

Together, we brainstormed out of the box to find landscape solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, social injustices and other major challenges. We held hands while sharing our feelings about the world. We harnessed the power of art to challenge dominant narratives. We will forever cherish the memories we made, and we will continue to nourish these new relationships with care.

Landscape approaches and landscape leadership

This presentation explores the concept of landscapes and collaborative governance. It urges participants to consider the meaning of “landscape” in their language. It then delves into the landscape approach, discussing the ideal size, personal perceptions, and the aim of this approach.

The presentation emphasizes that landscapes can be any size, support various activities, and contribute to broader area-based development. It introduces the notion of landscape leadership, defining key characteristics and their role in fostering awareness and understanding. The presentation concludes by sharing key resources, including videos on landscapes in different languages and the landscape approach. Overall, it aims to engage participants in thinking about and leading within landscapes for sustainable development.

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About the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop

On 9 and 10 October, the 2023 Landscape Leadership Workshop was held in Nairobi, Kenya, to set the scene for the GLF Nairobi 2023 Hybrid Conference: A New Vision for Earth. Co-designed by the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), and the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN), the workshop brought together 45 brilliant young minds from Africa and around the world selected from over 700 applicants to drive impactful and transformative change.

Together, we brainstormed out of the box to find landscape solutions to the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, social injustices and other major challenges. We held hands while sharing our feelings about the world. We harnessed the power of art to challenge dominant narratives. We will forever cherish the memories we made, and we will continue to nourish these new relationships with care.

Storytelling 101

This presentation by Youth4Nature highlights the significance of storytelling in addressing global environmental challenges like climate change. It encourages individuals, especially young people, to share their efforts and experiences through various storytelling mediums. The power of narrative is emphasized, showcasing its ability to connect with emotions, offer control over narratives, and effectively communicate ideas.

The presentation introduces a storytelling community seeking original, personal stories connecting nature to the climate crisis. It invites submissions from individuals or groups, both youth-led and intergenerational, emphasizing engagement, reflection, and solutions at the climate-nature nexus.

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Youth4Nature storytelling

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