This course explores why climate change adaptation is important in the African context. Africa is considered one to be one of the most vulnerable regions to climate change. Historically, climate-related hazards such as drought, flooding, pest and disease outbreaks, coastal storms and heat waves have had devastating impacts on people and the environment in which they live. Often the damage knocks back progress that has been made in social and…

This course explores why climate change adaptation is important in the African context. Africa is considered one to be one of the most vulnerable regions to climate change. Historically, climate-related hazards such as drought, flooding, pest and disease outbreaks, coastal storms and heat waves have had devastating impacts on people and the environment in which they live. Often the damage knocks back progress that has been made in social and…

In this self-paced online course, the participant will be introduced to the Climate Risk Informed Decision Analysis (CRIDA), a collaborative approach to address an uncertain future, following the launch of the methodology in 2018. The course consists of 11 modules each that present the CRIDA approach through a set of video lectures and hands-on exercises, as well as presenting a set of global CRIDA case studies. This online course ends in a…

The Amazon Biome is poised on the brink of an irreversible tipping point The biome is one of the most culturally and biologically diverse regions on Earth: it’s home to more than 30 million people, around 410 ethnic groups, and over a tenth of the planet’s known biodiversity, including many endemic and endangered species. But 40% of the Amazon Biome is close to losing its function as water-generating rainforest – a catastrophe for human well…

Field visit 1: Experience parts of Queensland through the eyes of Brisbane’s traditional owners Participants will be taken to Mt Coot-Tha Forest, which is Brisbane’s largest natural area featuring 1600 hectares of eucalypt forest, rainforest gullies and creek lines. Explore the Rock Art at the base of the mountain before heading to the highest points of Brisbane to explore the region through Aboriginal eyes at Mt Coot-Tha Summit. Field visit 2…

Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) is one of the largest aid organisations in the Nordic region. We are there in disasters and emergencies to provide water and critical assistance to those affected. Together with our international network and partner organisations in the ACT Alliance we are able to reach millions of people each year and help make a positive difference around the world. NCA Darfur Program is now seeking a Economic Empowerment & Livelihood…

The Zero Pollution Action Plan for air, water and soil will set out a vision for the zero pollution ambition in the wider context of the green transition. It will highlight the fact that reducing pollution goes hand in hand with achieving our climate neutrality and biodiversity objectives and will help to transform the EU into a clean and circular economy. But how will such a world without pollution look like? The opening session sets out the…

Germany's International Climate Initiative (IKI) supports projects on climate change mitigation and adaptation, sustainable energy, and biodiversity projects with climate relevance in Peru. The German Government will support projects ranging from €12 million to €15 million. Non-governmental organizations, enterprises, universities and research institutions from Germany and abroad are eligible to apply. Program outlines can be submitted until 07…

World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent, nonprofit global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being. We are working to address seven critical challenges that the world must overcome this decade in order to secure a sustainable future for people and the planet: climate change, energy, food, forests, water, sustainable cities, and the ocean. In this…

Background: FAO's Subregional Office for Eastern Africa is responsible for developing, promoting, overseeing and implementing agreed strategies for addressing subregional food, agriculture and rural development priorities. It develops and maintains relations with subregion-wide institutions including Regional Economic Integration Organizations (REIOs). The Subregional Office is a subsidiary of FAO's Regional Office for SFE. Requirements: Advanced…

The World Bank (WB) Internship Program offers highly motivated individuals an opportunity to be exposed to the mission and work of the WB in international development. The internship allows individuals to bring new perspectives, innovative ideas and latest research experience into the WB's work and improve their skills while working in a diverse environment. An internship at the WB is an opportunity to learn while gaining practical experience…

Les défenseurs/es des droits humains sont des personnes qui ont le courage de lutter contre l’injustice. Dans ce cours en ligne, vous découvrirez leur parcours, vous comprendrez comment ils/elles atténuent les risques liés à leurs activités et vous étudierez leurs moyens d’expression créatifs. Vous saurez ce qui les pousse à agir, ce qu’ils/elles peuvent accomplir et comment vous pouvez vous-mêmes défendre vos droits et ceux d’autres personnes…

Première Urgence Internationale (PUI) is a non-profit, non-political, non-religious international NGO. Première Urgence Internationale helps civilians who are marginalized or excluded as a result of natural disasters, war and economic collapse. PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected…

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations leads international efforts to defeat hunger and to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With over 194 member states, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide. We believe that everyone can play a part in ending hunger. The Internship Programme of Human Resources aims to attract…

Earthship is a project run by our partner Center for Ecological Learning Luxembourg.The activity is a group volunteering which expects to gather together 10-15 volunteers from the so-called Greater Region. They will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction of the first autonomous and environmentally sustainable building in Luxembourg: Äerdschëff (Earth Ship). This building responds to 5 principles: autonomy in water supply…

The Environmental Summit presents a diverse cross-section of the greater-Camden community for equity & inclusion in the environmental realm. The 4th annual Camden Environmental Summit, presented by New Jersey American Water, is the only event of its kind in the region. The 2020 Camden Environmental Summit provides an opportunity for community leaders, nonprofit organizations, environmental advocates, green businesses and government officials to…

The study programs offer a market-oriented specialization and orientation. The profiles of graduates are formulated according to competency and based on the requirements of potential employers. Global population, economic growth and ongoing environmental deterioration put increasing pressure on renewable resources such as food, material, water and energy. The master programs aim at educating professionals with lateral understanding and…

The Hamouns are transboundary wetlands on the Iran-Afghanistan border and cover three lakes. These wetlands are an integral part of the region’s unique social and cultural environment. The Sistan plain including Hamoun wetlands in Sistan and Baluchestan province of Iran is vulnerable to changes of climate, especially concerning its impacts on water availability (surface runoffs), increased temperatures and increased hot-spots of sand and dust…