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The Greater London & Middlesex Axiophyte List is here! 🌱 Discover the 'worthy plants' - indicators of valuable habitats for conservation. This list is a much-needed resource for many, from ecologists to community groups🌸 Download it here: buff.ly/40pzvtq

✨ Wishing our wonderful community a joyful and cosy festive season! ✨ We’d love to see your wildlife recording adventures over the holidays! 🦌🐾🐸🪱 Share your records and photos with us here: buff.ly/3Nbckvu Happy holidays, and happy recording! 🎄🎁

Many thanks to @Shortsarky88 from @theTCPA and to @EnergyGardenLDN!

#LDN24 Takeaway #4 Take the leap! Joining the ecological community might seem daunting at first due to the knowledge and expertise involved, but it is more than possible to learn along the way. The more people involved, the greater the impact we can make.

For more information, see resources below: INNS Mapper app - innsmapper.org Energy Garden Biodiversity Report 2023 - energygarden.org.uk/biodiversity GiGL's articles on recording apps - gigl.org.uk/2024/03/21/rec… gigl.org.uk/2024/06/20/rec… gigl.org.uk/2024/04/18/ina…

For those with some recording experience, we can create data summaries/reports/visualisations to guide further recording and learning. We can also assist established recorders in creating London-wide Atlases and connect experts with policymakers and newcomers to share knowledge.

GiGL sits at the core of the ecological community and is able to support individuals throughout their recording journey; we can connect newcomers with established groups to provide support and inspiration, as well as sharing resources, advice and standards for data collection.

For more information, see resources below: BBCT B.E.E. Initiative - bumblebeeconservation.org/publication/bu… RHS Nature Education Park Initiative - rhs.org.uk/get-involved/s… LGP Events - londongeopartnership.org.uk/events/

#LDN24 Takeaway #3 Engaging with underrepresented groups in and outside the ecological community is vital to inspire future recorders, verifiers and ecological practitioners. This will ensure ongoing awareness and advocacy for the natural environment across all communities.

Many thanks to @_ScarlettWeston from @BumblebeeTrust, @LondonGeology and @The_RHS!

GiGL is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity in its own workstream, collaborating with various groups and organisations to facilitate knowledge sharing. Throughout the year, GiGL participates in and hosts workshops/events to foster these partnerships.

🌿 Today, the GiGL team is at the NBN Conference 2024! @NBNTrust With the theme 'Making Data Work for Nature,' we're excited to learn from and connect with enthusiasts, conservationists, and ecologists who value environmental data as much as we do! 🐞🐾🐸 #NBNconf2024

Here is a recent GiGLer article on GiGL and LGP's collaborative work with Redington Frognal Association on reinstating Branch Hill Pond: gigl.org.uk/2024/09/19/rei…

#LDN24 Takeaway #2 Collaboration lies at the heart of the ecological community's strength. By combining our knowledge and resources, we can achieve remarkable outcomes in the ecological sector and beyond, impacting everything from local initiatives to national projects.🌟🌱

Many thanks to Diana from @LondonGeology, @KeironDBrown and @MadgwickTony from LNHS, and @treeruss from @ReNatureLdn!

GiGL exemplifies this collaborative spirit, boasting a rich history of partnership and shared learning across diverse organisations and sectors. These include environmental NGOs, local governments, academic institutions, community groups, and the general public.

GiGL works closely with the GLA to help ensure a data-driven approach is taken towards London-wide GI policies like the LNRS as well as creating resources for the public to understand how we help to deliver on these policies and inform them of how they can get involved

#LDN24 Takeaway #1 Context is everything! Understanding how projects complement local and national policies and fit within large-scale initiatives can ensure cohesive ecological connectivity, help succeed with funding apps and empower citizens to have their greatest influence.

To learn more, please see links below: GiGL planning webpage - gigl.org.uk/about-gigl/pla… PAL webpage - planningaidforlondon.org.uk/planning-libra… London Rewilding Taskforce webpage - london.gov.uk/programmes-str… GLA Green Infrastructure webpage - london.gov.uk/programmes-and…

Many thanks @Shortsarky88 from @theTCPA and @frithinwood from @WildLondon