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SUMMARY:Innovative Financing for Nature-based Solutions in Mangrove Communities
DESCRIPTION:This event has now passed. Watch the recording below: \n \nDiscover groundbreaking financing strategies to support and scale community-based Nature-based Solutions (NBS) in mangrove ecosystems. \n Co-hosted by AKFC and the Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID). This event is free to attend and will be available both in-person and online.    \nJoin us on April 10\, 2025\, for an engaging and insightful event focused on innovative financing strategies that support community-based Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in mangrove ecosystems. The event will explore the challenges\, opportunities\, and co-benefits of NbS\, including gender equality and climate-resilient livelihoods.  \n We will discuss effective strategies for enabling long-term financing for NbS in mangrove ecosystems\, as well as how to unlock financing for blue carbon and related ecosystem services. By bringing together Canadian and international experts\, the event aims to share valuable insights and strategies for scaling successful NbCS initiatives.  \n The event will feature an opening address by CAFFID\, followed by an engaging panel discussion with prominent leaders in the field. The day will conclude with a networking session\, offering a unique opportunity to connect and exchange ideas on advancing sustainable mangrove ecosystems and climate resilience.  \nThis is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the future of mangrove ecosystems and sustainable livelihoods.  \nMark your calendars for April 10\, 2025\, and join us in shaping a more sustainable future!  \n  \nRegister now!\n  \nMeet Our Speakers!\n\nOpening Address & Panelist: Jason Taylor\, Founder and CEO\, Climate Finance Advisors\nModerator: Sabina Bharwani\, Director\, Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development (CAFIID)\nPanelist: Abdul Malik\, Global lead\, Work and Enterprise\, Aga Khan Foundation (AKF)\nPanelist: Joao Sousa\, Senior Programme Manager\, Ocean Team\, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)\nPanelist: Omoneka Oyier\, Senior Director\, Technical Areas of Practice\, Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA)\nKey Insights & Closing Remarks: Kerry Max\, Deputy Director\, Partnering for Climate\, Global Affairs Canada (GAC)\n\n        .   
URL:https://www.akfc.ca/event/innovative-financing-for-nature-based-solutions-in-mangrove-communities/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
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