This clip is part of a film on the French commons called “En Commun!”. The whole film can be seen here. Many thanks to Valcom for allowing us to share.

Registration closes 24 November 2024

Community
10/12 - Geneva
Community
09/12 - Geneva
Community visit and wrap up
11/12 - Mourex / Geneva
OECM
13/12 - Gland
OECM
4/12 - Gland

The Commons: natural intelligence for an artificial age

The Commons: natural intelligence for an artificial age
Concha Salguero

Commons, biodiversity and restoration

In a transformative shift, some local communities are now recognised as pivotal players in the governance and management of natural resources within their territories. This approach not only protects biodiversity...
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Nevenka Bogataj
Engin Yilmaz
Chris Short
Ricardo Nogueira Martins
Pablo Dominguez
11:00-11:30

Coffee

Voices from local European communities on their role in biodiversity, restoration and sustainable development

The previous session highlighted the vital relationship between local communities and their environments, showcasing how recognizing this interconnectedness can lead to sustainable futures. Communities thrive within their territories of life,...
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Engin Yilmaz
Chris Short
Tomaz Bregant
Iris Beneš
12:30 - 14:00

Lunch

Identifying and restoring the commons

Identifying and restoring the commons
Jose Maria Martín Civantos

Identifying commons and mapping

The previous two session have shown how some local communities, with commons / territories of life, possess unique knowledge that can significantly contribute to national and global objectives such as...
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Chris Short
Flora Mammana
Pablo Dominguez
Mateja Šmid Hribar
Lisa Rail
15:30-16:00

Coffee

Reflections from urban commoners

Reflections from urban commoners
Michael Meier

Reflections from foundations

Reflections from foundations
Nicolas Krausz
17:30-18:00

Apéro – Featuring food from the commons

Joint meeting of the European regtional chapters of the ICCA Consortium and International Association for the Study of the Commons

Joint meeting of the European regtional chapters of the ICCA Consortium and International Association for the Study of the Commons

Film – If the glaciers don’t return

Si les glaciers ne revenaient pas (If the glaciers don’t return) in French. Trailer here. Synopsis This is a thought-provoking documentary that highlights the urgent environmental challenges facing the Alps...
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Gaëtan Morard
Yves Magat
19:00

Dinner

08:30 - 09:30

Registration

Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, Territories of Life and Land Commons in a European Context

Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities, Territories of Life and Land Commons in a European Context
Tero Mustonen

Recognition and defence of the commons from the local community perspective

Across Europe, various communities have accessed land, water, and their abundant resources through systems that resonate deeply with local heritage. These territories, known collectively as “commons,” showcase a rich tapestry...
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Almudena Rodríguez
Štefan Kuhar
Sergio Couto González
Manuel Lopes Rodrigues
11:00-11:30

Coffee

Recognition and defence of the commons from the organisations perspective

Across Europe, there is an increasing awareness and commitment to recognising and engaging with local communities who govern and manage natural resources. This session brings together a diverse range of...
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Engin Yilmaz
Chris Short
Jennifer Kelleher
Alima El Bajnouni
Marco Bassi
Concha Salguero
12:30 - 14:00

Lunch

Recognition and defence of the commons from the research perspective

Elinor Ostrom’s influential Theory of the Commons reshaped our understanding of how local communities manage shared resources. By incorporating European local communities into her research, Ostrom highlighted the importance of...
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Gretchen Walters
Chris Short
Pablo Dominguez
Lisa Rail
Jose Maria Martín Civantos
15:00-15:30

Coffee

Recognition and defence of the commons – A facilitated discussion

Recognition and defence of the commons – A facilitated discussion
Jose Maria Martín Civantos

Contribution of European Commons to European Social and Development Policies

Contribution of European Commons to European Social and Development Policies
Tobias Haller

European Commons and the Sustainable Development Goals

European commons and territories of life have historically been vital in managing natural resources within the diverse European cultural landscapes. These governance and management systems, based on centuries of practice,...
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Chris Short
Concha Salguero
18:00-19:30

Apéro

Magna Carta Manifesto de Peter Linebaugh : une traduction en communs (Magna Carta Manifesto by Peter Linebaugh: a translation in common.) – in English

Magna Carta Manifesto de Peter Linebaugh : une traduction en communs (Magna Carta Manifesto by Peter Linebaugh: a translation in common.) – in English

Meeting of European regional chapters of ICCA Consortium

Meeting of European regional chapters of ICCA Consortium

Meeting of European regional chapters of the International Association for the Study of the Commons

Meeting of European regional chapters of the International Association for the Study of the Commons
19:30-20:30

Dinner

09:00

Departure for Mourex

Tour of the commons of Mourex

Tour of the commons of Mourex
12:00-13:30

Lunch -Fondue à la Grange

13:30-14:00

Return to Geneva

Communicating the commons

Communicating the commons
Diana Nescu

Legal defence of commons

Context of Land Commons Legislation In recent years, land commons have garnered increased attention across Europe, particularly in France, Spain, and Italy. Each country presents a unique legal framework that...
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Chris Short
Jean-François Joye
Alima El Bajnouni
Iris Beneš
16:00-16:15

Coffee

Drafting session 1 European commons research agenda

Drafting session 1 European commons research agenda

Drafting session 2 Declaration on the European commons

Drafting session 2 Declaration on the European commons

Reflections from the ICCA Consortium and IASC

Reflections from the ICCA Consortium and IASC
Tobias Haller
Marco Bassi
18:10

Apéro and Final Dinner

Recap of previous day on community based OECMs

The previous day’s session focused on the potential for community-based Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs) in Europe. Participants engaged in detailed discussions regarding the various opportunities and challenges associated...
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Small private landowners and OECMs

Small private landowners throughout Europe are increasingly exploring the implementation of Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) as a way to contribute to national and global conservation objectives. This session will...
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10:45-11:15

Coffee

State based OECMs and local communities

European nations are exploring strategies to achieve CBD Target 3, with Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) recognized as a viable solution. This session will emphasise the incorporation of OECMs...
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Keynote 5 – OECMs and EU restoration law

Sites undergoing biodiversity restoration cannot be classified as Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) until the restoration is complete. Once biodiversity is successfully restored, these sites become eligible for recognition...
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12:30-14:00

Lunch

15:30-16:00

Coffee

Drafting session 2 : European pathway to OECMs

This drafting session will be held to develop two main outputs. The first is a technical document: the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) Technical Notes, which will concentrate...
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08:30-09:15

Registration

Opening session: Introducing the workshop and its objectives

Opening session to introduce workshop objectives: Examine the contributions of non-state actors to conservation in Europe. Consider to what extent these contributions can be recognised and reported as Other Effective...
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Introduction to Keynotes : Who are the key and diverse conservation actors in Europe?

Summary of previous 3 day of the conference. Who are the key and diverse conservation actors in Europe? How are they currently being recognised?   What are OECMs?  
Jennifer Kelleher

Keynote 1, Global – Defining OECMs: The Global Perspective

This keynote will examine the vital role of Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) in promoting biodiversity globally. It will emphasize the importance of acknowledging various conservation systems that contribute...
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Keynote 2, Regional – State of OECMS in Europe. Reporting and identifying in Europe

This keynote begins by examining the status of Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) in Europe relative to other regions worldwide. It then provides an overview of the European reporting...
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Keynote 3, National – OECMs from a national perspective

Many European countries are adopting Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs). This keynote focuses on the national-level implementation of OECMs in one specific country. It will explore the challenges faced...
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Keynote 4, Local – OECMs from the local perspective

This keynote will offer an overview of Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) from the local perspective. It will highlight the critical role of diverse local community systems and their...
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Marco Bassi
11:25-12:00

Coffee

Local Narratives and OECMs in Europe

The rise of Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) marks a transformative approach to conservation, moving away from exclusive reliance on governmental actions. To optimize this new direction, it is...
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Kaisu Mustonen
12:30-14:00

Lunch

Sharing of local experiences from Finland and Sweden of applying OECMs with other local communities.

In recent years, the OECMs toolkit has undergone practical testing within local communities in Finland and Sweden. This roundtable event offers a platform for these communities to share their findings...
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16:00-16:30

Coffee

Visions for community OECMs in Europe

Based on the days discussion, this round table convenes diverse participants to reflect on the potential for community-based Other Effective Conservation Measures (OECMs) in Europe. Each participant is invited to...
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Marco Bassi
18:00

Apéro

Drafting session 1 – European community OECMs

This drafting session aims to create technical documents focused on the implementation of community-based Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs) in Europe. The session will address existing challenges while highlighting...
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