The Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)

The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is an international treaty established in 1994 to address land degradation, especially in arid, semi-arid, and dry sub-humid areas. It aims to promote sustainable land management practices that prevent deserts from spreading, improve soil health, and support the livelihoods of communities affected by desertification. The UNCCD encourages countries to develop strategies, share knowledge, and take collective action to restore degraded land, ensuring ecosystems and local populations can thrive in the face of climate change and human activity.