The 2nd edition of Local Biodiversity Outlooks

The 2nd edition of Local Biodiversity Outlooks is a landmark collaborative piece of research and analysis which acts as a companion publication to Global Biodiversity Outlook. This edition of Local Biodiversity Outlooks is released during crucial negotiations towards a post-2020 global biodiversity framework, and the findings presented here are of fundamental importance to the outcome of those negotiations. More than 50 indigenous and community authors have contributed to this report, providing their perspectives on what should be done to bend the curve of biodiversity loss and change our direction of travel.

The report addresses the future of our planet and how we can transition towards a more reciprocal and balanced relationship between humans and nature. Outlining 6 key transitions which can underpin such a transformational journey, the report provides concrete and real steps that can be taken towards such transformation and the contributions that this can make not only towards global nature and biodiversity goals but to our global commitments on climate change and on sustainable development. The authors of this publication emphasise that future global biodiversity goals must embed the vital role of indigenous peoples and local communities in protecting biological and cultural diversity.

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Published by Forest Peoples Programme, in collaboration with: Centres of Distinction on Indigenous and Local Knowledge, Indigenous Women’s Biodiversity Network, International Indigenous Forum on Biodiversity, and Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity.