Rangelands and Pastoralists at the Crossroads of International Geneva

The event titled Rangelands and Pastoralists at the Crossroads of International Geneva will take place in Geneva, Switzerland, organized by the FAO Liaison Office. This important session focuses on the critical role of rangelands, which cover nearly half of the world's land area and are vital for the livelihoods and food security of millions of pastoralists. The event underscores the importance of sustainable pastoralism in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and land degradation, with an emphasis on enhancing food security, climate resilience, and biodiversity.With over 700 million people currently facing hunger, the session aims to highlight the need for sustainable practices that can lead to resilient livelihoods and ecosystems. The United Nations General Assembly has recognized this issue by declaring 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP) at the initiative of the Government of Mongolia, entrusting the FAO with the responsibility of facilitating its implementation. This event will be recorded for publication purposes, and participants are informed about data processing practices regarding personal data consent and recording.