Research Volunteer on Compost Use and the UN Convention on Desertification

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Research Volunteer on Compost Use and the UN Convention on Desertification

Global Green is the US affiliate of Green Cross, an international non-profit that exists to respond to the combined challenges of security, poverty and environmental degradation. With 27 national affiliates globally, GCI works to combat global climate change and energy poverty through efficient use of energy, community-based solutions and the promotion of renewable energy.

We’re seeking a research volunteer related to our project and the new United Nations to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)2018-2030 Strategic Framework is the most comprehensive global commitment to achieve Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) in order to restore the productivity of vast expanses of degraded land, improve the livelihoods of more than 1.3 billion people, and reduce the impacts of drought on vulnerable populations The Convention addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas, known as the drylands, where some of the most vulnerable ecosystems and peoples can be found.

We’re looking for a volunteer to provide either a 1-2 page summary or a powerpoint deck that summarizes:

1. What countries, companies and other actors are acting on this convention, and which (if any) are legally bound by it?
2. Are there opportunities for Global Green’s work with compost in the US and internationally (most notably Burkina Faso) to work with this convention, and opportunities for increased resources and funding for this initiative?
3. Are there upcoming events and workshops related to this project, with a focus on NYC or DC?
4. Strategic recommendations on how Global Green can engage on this issue and have an impact.