Biodiversity Day 2024
The Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) celebrated the 2024 International Day for Biodiversity (IDB) from May 22 to June 10 by sharing impactful video messages from its members and partners across Asia. This year's theme, “Be Part of the Plan,” called for collective action to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF).
AIPP encouraged Indigenous Peoples' Organizations (IPOs) and Indigenous community members from Asia to reflect on the theme and highlight their relevant stories and messages for awareness-raising and policy advocacy.
In response, we received video messages from 12 Indigenous women and 6 Indigenous men, including 8 Indigenous Youth, from Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Malaysia, Nepal, the Philippines, and Thailand.
These videos highlighted Indigenous Peoples' concerns about fortress conservation and their contributions to the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, emphasizing the need for transformative changes at national and local levels to effectively implement the KM-GBF in partnership with Indigenous Peoples.
Celebration Timeline
22 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Mr. Prasert Trakansuphakon, Thailand
Mr. Prasert also highlights the promising shifts in the Thai government's approach, particularly in supporting the traditional livelihoods of Indigenous...
23 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Ms. Kinja Tauli, Philippines
The discussions initiated by PIKP with other organizations have resulted in the formation of a network dedicated to amplifying the...
23 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Ms. Florence Daguitan, Philippines
Florence Daguitan from PIKP dives into the powerful partnership with the Apayao Peoples in the Mountain Province, Philippines.
24 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Mr. Jimmy Khayog, Philippines
Mr. Jimmy emphasizes their commitment to sustainable agriculture, training, and documenting traditional rice varieties. They also produce IEC materials on...
27 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Mrs. Anne Lasimbang, Malaysia
The way we are connected to the Earth, the way we practice our farming, and the way we look after...
27 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Mr. Shaq Koyok, Malaysia
“In my community, we believe in the spirit of togetherness and that’s what we learn from our ancestors’ wisdom. We...
28 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Ms. Twisa Tripura, Bangladesh
“Our culture, lives, and livelihoods heavily depend on the forest, and forests are also dependent on us,” says Twisa.
29 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Ms. Mane Yun, Cambodia
“We depend on biodiversity, and biodiversity is connected to our society, our culture, and our economy,” says Mane.
29 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Collective Voice, Cambodia
Biodiversity is vital to Indigenous Peoples, and in Cambodia, they have been at the forefront of its protection.
30 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Collective Voice -JJVS Team, India
JJVS is dedicated to developing leadership among Indigenous Women and girls, empowering them socially, economically, and culturally.
31 May 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Ms. Vandana Tigga, India
Through this video, Ms. Vandana explains the work of JJVS on: Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Biodiversity Protection, Indigenous Women Empowerment,...
6 June 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Mr. Johnson, India
Dr. Johnson highlights the sustainable practices his community has used to manage marine resources for centuries.
10 June 2024
Indigenous Peoples Voices on Biodiversity: Ms. Pasang Dolma Sherpa, Nepal
She urges policymakers and relevant stakeholders to shift their perspective on Indigenous Peoples from mere observers to key partners.
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