Soil erosion has long affected ecosystems and livelihoods around Lake Kivu. Through the work of the Albertine Rift Conservation Society (ARCOS Network), communities are now
Lake Titicaca, one of the most iconic transboundary lakes in South America shared by Peru and Bolivia, is facing mounting environmental pressures that threaten its
At Lake Chapala, Mexico’s largest freshwater lake, agricultural activity is both a major pressure on the ecosystem and a key part of the solution for
Lake Malawi is one of Africa’s largest freshwater ecosystems and a vital lifeline for surrounding communities. More than 1.6 million people depend on the lake
Across the Living Lakes Network, local communities are playing an essential role in protecting freshwater ecosystems through innovative and people-centered approaches. In Sri Lanka, the
Deepor Beel, one of India’s most important Ramsar-listed wetlands, is facing increasing pressure from rapid urbanisation. Located near Guwahati, the wetland has been heavily impacted
Within the Living Lakes Network, local expertise plays a key role in advancing the conservation of freshwater ecosystems. In Colombia, Fundación Humedales is contributing to
As part of the international Living Lakes Network, the Fisheries Action Coalition Team (FACT) is one of the key local partners working to protect and
Promoting biodiversity-friendly agriculture is more than just a farming choice; it is a vital shield for protecting our most precious freshwater ecosystems. Around the shores
Water is the foundation of life. It sustains biodiversity, regulates the climate and supports the wellbeing of millions of people around the world. On World
