Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
An international treaty aimed at conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable use of natural resources, and ensuring fair and equitable sharing of benefits from genetic resources.
Conference of the Parties (COP)
The governing body of an international treaty, where member states (parties) convene to review progress, set policies, and make decisions on implementation and future actions.
Essential biological variables (EBVs)
A set of standardized metrics that capture key aspects of biodiversity change over time, which enables consistent monitoring, reporting and analysis to support conservation and policy decisions.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
A UN agency that leads global efforts to combat hunger, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture, food security and rural development.
Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF)
An international infrastructure that provides free and open access to biodiversity data, and enables the sharing of these data to support scientific research and conservation efforts.
Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative (GBSI)
An international platform that promotes the protection and sustainable management of soil biodiversity by connecting scientists, policymakers and practitioners to advance research, awareness and global collaboration.
Global Soil Partnership (GSP)
An FAO-led initiative that promotes sustainable soil management, enhances soil governance and coordinates global efforts to protect and restore soil health for food security and ecosystem sustainability.
Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF)
An international agreement adopted in 2022 under the CBD to halt biodiversity loss and restore ecosystems by 2030 through measurable targets and international cooperation.
National biodiversity strategic action plans (NBSAPs)
Country-specific plans developed under the CBD to implement global biodiversity commitments, set conservation priorities and integrate biodiversity into national policies.
International Network on Soil Biodiversity (NETSOB)
A global initiative under the FAO’s GSP that connects experts, researchers and institutions to advance knowledge, monitoring and sustainable management of soil biodiversity.
Soil Biodiversity Observation Network (SoilBON)
A global research network that coordinates and standardizes soil biodiversity monitoring efforts to assess soil health, ecosystem functions and biodiversity trends across different regions and land uses.
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (UNDRIP)
Affirms the rights of Indigenous peoples to self-determination, land, culture and resources, and protects them from discrimination and exploitation.
