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The 1st International Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Conference, organised by Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), gathered over 500 global experts to address critical challenges and best practices in mangrove conservation. Goumbook, in partnership with the Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA), organised a workshop on “Laying the Foundations for a MENA Regional Knowledge Hub”. Facilitated by Benjamin Christ (GMA) and Anuradha Bhattacharya (MENA Oceans Initiative, Goumbook), the session also featured keynote remarks from Nigel Topping, CMG (Ambition Loop) and Tatiana Antonelli Abella. Regional stakeholders participated by sharing their priorities and needs, contributing valuable insights to shape the Hub’s strategy. The hub aims to align with the GMA’s Global Learning Strategy being led by Elena Roddom (Wetlands International); while Nessrine Alzahlawi (Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative) reinforced the importance of coordinated, localized restoration approaches.  Key Outcomes: ▶️ Science-led Restoration: Balanced national restoration targets with ecosystem integrity. ▶️ Data Sharing: Advocated for transparency and mandatory data sharing policies. ▶️ Decision Support Tools: Highlighted the need for tools to guide restoration decisions. ▶️ Financing: Addressed challenges in understanding financing terminology and identifying creative financing mechanisms. ▶️ Eco-Tourism Impact: Discussed eco-tourism’s role in financial sustainability. ▶️ Community Engagement: Emphasized involving local communities and youth in restoration efforts. Looking ahead, the MENA Regional Knowledge Hub will bridge gaps, share expertise, and support the global objective to halt mangrove loss, double protection, and restore half of the world’s lost mangroves by 2030. To learn more, contact [email protected] #MangroveConservation #MENAOceans #MangroveRestoration #IMCRC #YearOfSustainability #Mangroves

🌱 Are you working on innovations in process methods or technology in the field of agriculture? The MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Programme is calling on innovative research, science & nature-based solutions tackling food security, soil health, water scarcity, climate change mitigation and adaptation, carbon sequestration, salinity, biodiversity loss, desertification and rural social welfare. 🚀Shortlisted applicants will benefit from collaborative networking, bootcamps, subject matter expert courses & workshops, mentorship, grants, media exposure, incubation, live pitching opportunities & awards ceremony. ---Applications now open for Cohort 2024/2025! Deadline: Jan 6th 2025--- 🔗 Register & Apply! For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/d-MypKxz Join us in cultivating soil capital and building a regenerative future! An Initiative by Goumbook, in partnership with HSBC & SAB, supported by EIT Food and the High-Level Climate Champions Team. #Goumbook #ChangingMindsets #RegenerativeFuture #RegenerativeAgriculture #Research

The UAE National Incubator Network by Sandooq Al Watan proudly announces the signing of 8 new partnerships on November 26th, further strengthening the national entrepreneurship ecosystem by uniting key players from incubators, accelerators, academia, and innovation-driven institutions. 🤝 These agreements, signed by H.E. Yasser Algergawi, Director General of Sandooq Al Watan and driven by the strategic vision of Jean-Luc Scherer, Program Director of Entrepreneurship, mark an exciting milestone in advancing the UAE’s entrepreneurial and startup ecosystem. This expansion brings us to an incredible 33 founding members, reflecting our unwavering dedication to collaboration and innovation across the UAE. Here’s a glimpse of our new partners: 🌿 Sustainability Partners: 1- The Catalyst - Masdar City and bp joint venture. Swethal Kumar, gladiz Masangcay 2- C3 - Companies Creating Change - Medea Nocentini, Kevin Holliday, Olga Habre 3- Bedayat Business Incubator - Fares Abu Baker, Theresa Doan- Innovation and Incubation Specialist 4. Goumbook - Tatiana Antonelli Abella, Samantha Kayruz 📈 Market Access Partners: 5- TiE Dubai - Rohit Dev, Sicily George 6 - Global Innovation Management Institute - Carlos Guevara, Rafael Lemaitre, Fares Hillo 🎓 Educational Partners: 7 - University of Birmingham Dubai - Professor Yusra Mouzughi, Fiona Oster, MBS BBS(Hons) SFHEA 8 - Decoding Data Science - Mohammad Arshad, Sadiya Kauser Ahmad Together, we are fostering cross-emirate synergies, paving the way for better national identity, social development, and economic growth. But this is just the beginning! We are continuously expanding our network, empowering entrepreneurs, and shaping a robust ecosystem for the future. More exciting partnerships are on the horizon! Let’s build a future that thrives on collaboration and innovation. Aidana Assylbekova Mozoon Alharbi Maya Mannaa Amine Jdid #SandooqAlWatan #NationalIdentity #NIN #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #MarketAccess #Education #UAEInnovation #Partnerships

We are looking forward to taking part in the 1st International Mangrove Conservation & Restoration Conference organised by Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) starting today - where Goumbook will be hosting a workshop in partnership with Global Mangrove Alliance “Laying the foundations for the creation of a MENA regional learning hub" Facilitated by Benjamin Christ (GMA) and Anuradha Bhattacharya (Goumbook), the workshop will focus on accelerating regional knowledge sharing for successful science-led mangrove restoration and conservation efforts. Key insights will be shared by Elena Roddom, Nigel Topping, CMG, Tatiana Antonelli Abella and Nessrine Alzahlawi. Key Objectives: ▪️Identify priorities for a collaborative regional learning hub ▪️Initiate dialogues on best practices for mangrove restoration ▪️Enhance understanding of the Global Mangrove Alliance ▪️Inspire the establishment of additional country/regional chapters 🗓️ Date: Thursday, December 12 🕒 Time: 15:30 - 17:00 📍 Venue: 3rd floor meeting room - Rabat, Bab Al Qasr Hotel, Abu Dhabi Space is limited - so please register here: https://goto.now/iW3VH   #MangroveConservation #MENAOceans #MangroveRestoration #AbuDhabiMangroveConference #IMCRC #YearOfSustainability #Mangroves  Ignace Beguin Billecocq David Ramos Álvarez Gonzalo Muñoz Abogabir CMG Ambition Loop Wetlands International وزارة التغير المناخي والبيئة Ministry of Climate Change and Environment

🌍 Goumbook at COP16 UNCCD : Harvesting Hope with ICARDA Goumbook's MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Programme team joined our partners ICARDA; International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas's session titled: "Harvesting Hope: Sustainable Desert Farming in Drylands". A vibrant discussion on transformative solutions for restoring degraded landscapes, managing water resources, and improving food security by fostering resilience through innovation in dry regions facing climate shocks. The session convened leading experts: Dr Vinay Nangia, Ph.D., Dr Aly Abousabaa, Roula Majdalani, Dr. Bapon Shm Fakhruddin, PhD (GCF), Dr. Orn Supaphol, Ph.D. (Saudi Desert Control), Samantha Kayruz (Goumbook/MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Programme), Dr. Matthew McCabe - KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology), Dr. Abdallah Abdulrahman Saleh Al Kadri, (Saudi Irrigation Organization), Ambassador Shahira Alwehabi, Abdullah Musabehi ElHendi, (FAO/ MEWA). Samantha Kayruz highlighted our efforts to support young researchers with an enabling ecosystem, empowering their accessible solutions addressing our environmental challenges; emphasising the critical role of collaboration across sectors. We thank ICARDA; International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas for this insightful convening session and congratulate them on the launch and contribution to the CGIAR 2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands. 🌱 #Goumbook #ChangingMindsets #RegenerativeAgriculture #Drylands #COP16

We’re ready for Big 5 Global! 🚀 Don’t miss this important conversation about creating healthier indoor spaces, part of our #TakeABreath initiative by Goumbook. 🛠️ Panel Discussion Alert! "Unseen Threat: Tackling Mould in HVAC Systems for Healthier Spaces" 📅 Tomorrow 🕒 4:20 PM 📍 Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Zayed Rd, Trade Centre 2 Our Partnership and Programme Development Director, Lama Saleh, will moderate a dynamic panel featuring four expert panellists: to: 💡 Explore the health impacts of mould exposure. 💡 Discuss effective strategies for managing mould in HVAC systems. 💡 Review how green building standards address mould control. 💡 Share best practices from LEED-certified schools for maintaining clean air. Panellists: Safeena Kherani JV D. Deepthy K B Husam Hammadeen ✅ Haven’t registered yet? There’s still time! REGISTER HERE (https://lnkd.in/g39GptdK) Together, let’s #TakeABreath for cleaner air and better living spaces. See you there! 🌿 #BigFive2024 #TakeABreath #Goumbook #Changingmindsets #IndoorAirQuality #HealthierSpaces #GreenBuilgings