This the virtual collaboration space forย the Implementing Sustainable Low and Non-Chemical Development in Small Island States (ISLANDS) Programme. ISLANDS supports thirty-three Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Caribbean, Pacific and Indian Ocean to pursue safe chemical development pathways.

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You're invited to the first community gathering of ISLANDS this 2026 --Itโ€™s A Shore Thing: An ISLANDS Community Members Meet Up  Join us for a virtual coffee and tea on Wednesday, 20 May, at 11 a.m. Read More

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๐ŸŒ Consultancy Opportunity: Gender Specialist โ€“ GEF ISLANDS Programme The UN Environment Programme (UNEP), through the Green Growth Knowledge Partnership (GGKP), is seeking a qualified Gender Specialist to support the implementation of the GEF ISLANDS Programme. This global initiative,โ€ฆ Read More

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Is anyone involved with the GEF iCOAST program that was recently launched in 14 countries including several islands? I would like to know how to get involved. thank you. [email protected]

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Hello colleagues,

A quick note to say that I will be on sabbatical leave from my academic institution from Sept. 2026 to June 2027. During this time, I am looking forward to some travel and visiting scholar roles with partners. If you /your organization have interesting projects going on, and you think that I can add value by visiting and working with your team for a few weeks, please feel free to reach out. Cheers!

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Green Growth Knowledge Partnership(GGKP)

Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are on the frontlines of the global pollution  crisis but they are also leading the way with innovative, practical solutions. How can stronger knowledge sharing and collaboration accelerate action across islands? ๐Ÿ“… 25 March 2026, 2-3 p.m. Read More

CALLING ALL ISLANDS Group Members! Activate and REANIMATE your membership this year by joining our season opener in 2026. Want to know what's new in ISLANDS? Come and register for our event this 25th March. See you there!

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Join us!

๐Ÿ“… 7 December 2025
๐Ÿ•’ 2:00 PM โ€“ 4:00 PM (EAT)
๐Ÿ“ In-Person Venue: Conference Room 1 & 2, 2nd Floor, Trademark Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya
๐Ÿ’ป Online Participation: Register here.

We are pleased to invite you to our UNEA-7 associated event, The Network is the Solution: A Strategic Dialogue on Data, Science, and Knowledge Networks for a Circular Economy. This session will ...

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Hello everyone!

Want to learn more about strengthening governance in chemical and waste management?

Hear from Mr Cliff Gonsalves, our Champion from the Seychelles! Thanks to NIPS project for featuring our GEF ISLANDS project in the Indian Ocean region.

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๐ŸŒ We're Hiring: Communications Support Consultant (Digital Channels & Content) ๐ŸŒฟJoin the Green Growth Knowledge Partnership (GGKP) team to support two global initiatives: the ISLANDS Programme, working to reduce harmful chemicals in 33 Small Island Developing States, and the FARM Programme,โ€ฆ Read More

Green Growth Knowledge Partnership(GGKP)

Dear colleagues, I'm resharing this report from our Chemicals and Waste Management community of practice. Hope you'll find it helpful!

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Dear colleagues,

The OECD Secretariat is pleased to announce the release of a new report on plastic waste trade monitoring.

This report is part of an annual update examining the effects of international regulations on the trade in plastic waste and scrap. The current iteration presents updated insights by incorporating newly available data for 2023 and reviews recent developments in global trade patterns. The analysis delves into export and import behaviours among OECD Member Countries and their trade relationships with non-OECD Member Countries. It further examines the potential role of enhanced regulatory measures in shaping these developments and impacting overall trade volumes.

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