The Global Environment Facility Introduction Seminar brings together all GEF partners, including GEF focal points, civil society, convention focal points, implementing and executing agencies, and other stakeholders. The program is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the strategy and policies for the eighth replenishment (GEF-8), and encourage participants to share lessons and experiences from the development and implementation of GEF projects and the integration within national policy frameworks.
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Event Resources
Day 1- Monday, November 20
- Video - passcode: 6sS4K$Yb
- Day 1 Presentations
- Video: CEO Carlos Manuel Rodriguez Welcome Remarks
Discussion topics reference information:
- Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel (STAP)
- GEF Independent Evaluation Office (IEO)
- High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People
- GEF Communication and Outreach
Day 2 - Tuesday, November 21
- Video - passcode: kV=.CM^2
- Day 2 Presentations
Discussion topics reference information:
- GEF-8 Funding Structure
- STAR Country Allocations System
- GEF-8 Programming Directions
- Integrated Programs
- Private Sector
- Non-Grant Instruments
- Relations with Conventions
- LDCF (Least Developed Countries Fund)
- SCCF (Special Climate Change Fund)
- Project and Program Cycle
- Results Framework and Results
- Geospatial Platform
- Agency Factsheets
- Portal (Access required)
Day 3 - Tuesday, November 22
- Video - passcode: 1KC%hVm=
- Day 3 Presentations
- Video: Celebrating inclusive voices in environmental action
- Video: Safe PCB and e-waste management in the Philippines
Discussion topics reference information:
- Engagement with Civil Society
- GEF CSO Network
- Youth
- GEF IPAG
- GEF Gender Partnership
- Small Grants Programme/SGP and GEF SGP 2.0 Implementation Arrangements for GEF-8
GEF Policy Framework: