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🗓 Deadline: 15 March 2026 🔗 Apply & check criteria here: gefcsonetwork.org/8th-gef-assemb… Questions about membership? 📧 membership@gefcsonetwork.org

💡 Not a member yet? If your org is eligible, join the GEF CSO Network to boost your chances & stay connected to future opportunities. 🌍

📣 Call for Applications! CSO delegates for the 8th GEF Assembly (Samarkand, 2–6 June 2026) can now apply for sponsorship. Limited spots available! gefcsonetwork.org/8th-gef-assemb… #GEFAssembly #CSO #ClimateAction

The GEF CSO Network engaged at the 70th GEF Council, calling for stronger civil society, IPLC, women & youth participation in @theGEF programs. Key statements & recommendations here: gefcsonetwork.org/gef-cso-networ…

Civil society perspectives ahead of #GEFCouncil70 A #CSO consultation on 12 Dec 2025, highlighted priorities on inclusion, accountability, Indigenous Peoples, gender equality, and stronger CSO engagement for future @theGEF programming. enb.iisd.org/global-environ…

Scaling Impact Through Inclusion: Civil Society Recommendations at the 69th Council Meeting gefcsonetwork.org/scaling-impact… #GEF #GEFCSONetwork #CivilSociety @theGEF

On the 29th of May, over 200 participants gathered virtually for @theGEF Consultation with Civil Society. The focus of the event was clear: “Operationalizing the GEF Whole of Society Approach: Enhancing Engagement and Support to Civil Society in GEF-9.” gefcsonetwork.org/from-principle…

The GEF Secretariat, in collaboration with the GEF CSO Network, would like to invite you to the GEF Consultation with Civil Society on Thursday 29th May, 7:00am – 9:00 am EST (Washington DC time) via Zoom. gefcsonetwork.org/operationalizi… @theGEF

The global call for nominations for the Equator Prize 2025 is now open. The annual award celebrates nature-based solutions led by Indigenous Peoples and local communities. Nominations are open until 23 February. undp.org/press-releases…

💡 The GEF Small Grants Program (@GEF_SGP) is expanding with support from @UNDP, @ConservationOrg & @FAO. This initiative empowers local communities to lead sustainability efforts across ecosystems, agriculture, energy & urban solutions. #GEFcouncil68 thegef.org/newsroom/news/…

🚍The Green Mobility Financing Facility for Africa project approved by #GEFcouncil68 will promote green mobility solutions by attracting private sector investment to deploy electric buses, electric 2-3 wheelers & charging infrastructure: thegef.org/projects-opera…

#JustReleased: The GEF-8 December 2024 Corporate Scorecard identifies how @theGEF is using resources in key regions and country groups: wrld.bg/64w150Uskmg #GEFcouncil68

New GEF program will scale up environmental solutions from youth, women, and Indigenous People. Supported by USD 10 million in GEF funding, The CSO Challenge Program will be led by IUCN. Learn more ➡️ shorturl.at/3ZLp7

Today the #GEF Council reviewed proposals to streamline the project cycle, evaluated recommendations from the Independent Evaluation Office, and received updates on upcoming evaluations through the Semiannual Evaluation Report. enb.iisd.org/global-environ… #GEFCouncilMeeting

68th GEF Council Meeting: a new work program under the #GEF’s 8th replenishment cycle (GEF-8) totaling over USD 550 million, which is expected to generate over USD 4 billion in co-financing for projects benefitting people and the planet. enb.iisd.org/global-environ…

Global Environment Facility member countries approved $736.4 million in funding, including new support for the Great Green Wall, a landmark initiative focused on increasing climate resilience and improving land health across Africa’s Sahel region. thegef.org/newsroom/press…

#GBFF finances action for 3 projects: Conserving Mexican biodiversity through communities and their protected areas; Biodiversity Conservation in Indigenous Lands in Brazil; and Caatinga Protected Areas Program, in Brazil. vimeo.com/962763111

Rosina Bierbaum, Chair, STAP, reported on initial discussions on GEF-9 and suggested that three positive tipping points need to be mobilized: operationalize a whole of society approach; achieve policy coherence; and catalyze durable transformational change. #GEFCouncil67

67th meeting of @theGEF Council resumes with discussion on Relations with Conventions & Other International Institutions and first presentation by @UNCCD @ibrahimthiaw #GEFCouncil67