IFSA Spring Course 2024 One of the outputs of the 2012 United Nations General Assembly was proclaiming 21 March as the International Day of Forest with the aim of a reflection day of how important is the forest. Every year, the theme of the celebration day is chosen by [...]
INTRODUCTION Pollution refers to the introduction of harmful or poisonous substances into the environment, which can cause damage to living organisms and ecosystems, leading to health problems, environmental degradation, and loss of biodiversity. Similarly, Plastic pollution has become a critical environmental issue worldwide. It refers to the accumulation of plastic [...]
International Day of Forests 2024 Photo Contest Help us show how innovative action, technology and knowledge are helping to protect forests and increase the benefits they bring by entering the International Day of Forests 2024 photo contest! To celebrate the International Day of Forests on 21 March we [...]
LC Pokhara report: World Wetlands Day, 2024 Clean-up and Walkathon Introduction and Background: World Wetlands Day, observed annually on February 2nd since 1997, emphasises the positive impact of wetlands on the environment. This occasion fosters a collective commitment to preserving these vital ecosystems that contribute significantly to sustaining life on [...]
Open Call for Design Commissioner Job Description Background The Design Sub-Commission focuses on all aspects of the graphical representation of IFSA to members and partners. Examples of projects include social media, promotional materials, web design, posters, and merchandise. The Design Sub-Commission works in relationship with Communications, Web, and Social [...]
Webinar on FAO Global Internship, Volunteers and Fellows Program The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Internship, Volunteers, and Fellows (IVF) Programme aims to attract talented young women and men who are strongly motivated to share their new perspectives, innovative ideas, and latest academic experience in FAO’s [...]
Open Call - LC Projects Showcase Subtitle: Promoting youth relevance in the IUFRO World Congress 2024 Calling all IFSA members and Local Committees! 📣 Promote your LC’s projects and let’s show the IUFRO World Congress how impactful is the IFSA community. IFSA is creating an interactive map to showcase [...]
Open Call - LC Video Showcase Promoting youth relevance in the IUFRO World Congress 2024 Calling all IFSA members and Local Committees! 📣 Let’s highlight the relevance of youth in the IUFRO World Congress 2024. We and our Local Committees are making a great impact worldwide, now it is time [...]
Bimonthly Board Report November-December 2023 General Maintenance of the Association Development Fund and supported projects Development Fund November and December and Special Issue Despite advertising the Development Fund on our social media accounts, we unfortunately received only a few applications during the last two months. However, we are [...]
Nominations open for Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award Do you know inspiring forest champions who are making a difference in their communities, forest landscapes or around the world? The Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF) today opened nominations for the 7th Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award, an honour granted to [...]
WORLD WETLANDS DAY World Wetlands Day is observed on February 2 every year to raise global awareness about the importance of wetlands, not only for people but the planet Earth as well. This day also marks the date that the Convention on Wetlands on February 2, 1971 was adopted. [...]
FORSON UDUS Academic Odyssey in the Premier University (University of Ibadan) On the 15th of November, 2023, FORSON UDUS forestry students embarked on a holistic exploration of the University of Ibadan, delving into diverse aspects of their academic curriculum and beyond. Seventy-eight practical year students, led by IFSA Tree [...]
Open Call: Head of Web Sub-Commission Job Description: Head of Web Sub-Commission Background The IFSA website is one of the most important channels to display IFSA work to the external world while also being an important place for members to check news and events. The Web Sub-Commission is responsible for [...]
