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Two-days celebrations in the Wilaya of Bejaia

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

In the mark of IMD 2012, the association C.S.A. Assirem Gouraya, under the aegis of the League and the Federation of Ski and Mountain Sports, the Bejaian Directorate of Youth and Sports and the Bejaian Forests Department, organized 2 days of activities on the theme "Sports -Entertainment - Environment and History".

The chosen venue was Ighil Ali, in the Wilaya of Bejaia.

The 2 days has been really intense and stimulating, fulfilled by initiatives such as trekking excursions, exhibitions, conferences, guided tours and tree planting.

Sustainable development and ecology: Algerian celebration for IMD 2012

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Algeria celebrated IMD 2012 throughout all its territory. The main event took place in the Wilaya of Mostaganem, but photo exhibitions, conferences, round tables, media initiatives and tree planting activities blossomed everywhere. The file rouge of the events was the relationship among forests, sustainable development and ecology. Among the several topics addressed, special relevance was given to the role of Algerian forests in the national liberation war, the politics of rural renewal in mountain areas, watershed management programs fauna and flora protection, climate change mitigation, and fires prevention.

Go high and hit mountain

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Gilgit-Baltistan Wildlife and Parks Department (GBWPD) and Snow Leopard Foundation (SLF) jointly organized an event in Pakistan with the support of four schools at Gorikoat Astore to celebrate IMD 2012.

Mountain and mountain resources of the region were presented in order to to raise awareness and understanding of their relevance.

A speech competition was promoted among the students on the theme of Mountains and Natural Resources of Gilgit-Baltistan. Finally, a competition of drawing on wildlife and the related chart presentations concluded the event.

It has been a great opportunity for participants to take active role in mountain development, share basic concepts of mountain biodiversity in Gilgit-Baltistan and climate change effect due to increase anthropogenic activities.

Watch the video released by CEE, ICIMOD & RCE Srinagar to celebrate IMD 2012

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 23:00:00 GMT

To highlight the importance of mountains and promote Mountain Agenda the Centre for Environment Education (CEE) together with ICIMOD and RCE Srinagar observed International Mountain Day 2012 hosting 250 students and teachers in Uttarakhand, India. Drawing, painting, slogan writing, performing skits competitions, lectures by resource people and a rally were organized on the Day. A video has been realized to capture the key moments of the events while raising awareness of the pivotal role that mountain ecosystems play for our planet. Watch the movie here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLhkNv-CJNQ&feature=youtu.be

National Summit on Sustainable Land Management in Lebanon

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

A conference on sustainable land management promoted by the Lebanon Mountain Trail took place in Ghaleb Center in Baabda, Lebanon from 9th to 11th December 2012. The program focused on three themes: nature, power and wealth. Several topics were presented together with related case studies. Climate change, sustainable farming, mountain livelihoods, land tenure and responsible tourism are just a few examples of the addressed issues.

Find more information at: www.lebanontrail.org

Climate change hampers the socio-economical living conditions in mountains

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

In honor of 10th Anniversary of International Year of Mountains, an international “Mountains and Climate” conference was held on International Mountain Day, 11 December 2012 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The gathering highlighted a strengthening of partnerships for advocacy of the sustainable mountain development-agenda by joint efforts from the Kyrgyz institutions and their North American partners.

According to the final resolution released after the event, the participants expressed concern about the “negative trend of water, forest, soil and arable resources changes and the immediate threat of natural disasters, connected to climate change, for the development of the mountain communities”, and stressed that ”climate change is accompanied by a decline in socio-economic living conditions of mountain ecosystems, and the creation of a fertile ground for the escalation of conflicts.” The organizers advocated for “the promotion of the integrated study of the climate change issues in the mountainous states, the consolidation of efforts of scientific, civil, and international communities in the areas of safety provision during emergencies, preservation of biodiversity, and strengthening of sustainable development in mountainous countries,” and proposed a number of practical initiatives to be implemented in those areas.

Feedback from IMD celebration at Utah Valley University

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

UVU’s third annual celebration of International Mountain Day 2012 was held on the campus of UVU on 7th December 2012. The event was attended by nearly 100 members of the community and a variety of local government leaders, with involvement of MP members from Utah.

As part of the IMD celebration, the Sustainable Mountain Development Club, sponsored a silent auction fundraiser and raffle where items donated from local businesses were auctioned off in order to raise funds for the “Light a Village Project”. The goal was to raise $1000 to help provide 10 homes with a solar panel powered light and battery in efforts to help stimulate their local economy.

Moreover, a delegation from UVU participated in co-organizing a conference in Kyrgyzstan dedicated to the 10th Anniversary of the International Year of Mountains.

Men and Mountains meet in Maharashtra

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

The Mumbai-based organization Ecofolks organized a bouquet of initiatives to mark the celebration of IMD 2012.

The major event was the mini-marathon "Mathe-run" on 16th December, which covered the 10 km distance from Neral to Matheran, the smallest and the only hill station in Asia where no vehicular traffic is allowed. The itinerary was challenging not only because of the distance but also due to the windy and steep roads.

In the same occasion it was held the photo exhibition “Mountains and Me”, with the public display of the winners and special mention photographs.

Finally, it was organized a symposium on mountain ecosystem, with the participation of the eminent environmentalist Mr Avinash Kubal.

Climb for a cause with Ecofolks! To find out more please visit: http://manandmountainmeet.ecofolks.com/ and http://www.ecofolks.com/.

Mountain Festival to celebrate IMD 2012 in Pakistan

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

In observation of International Mountain Day, the Development Communications Network (DEVCOM), ICIMOD, Ev-K2-CNR, and the Social Economic Environmental Development (SEED) jointly organized the 2nd annual Pakistan Mountain Festival in Islamabad, 10th–12th December. The event was inaugurated by the world-renowned mountaineer Nazir Sabir, the Managing Director of the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation Mir Shahjehan Kethran, and the General Director of Pakistan National Council of Arts Tauqeer Nasir. The festival aimed to raise awareness about the importance of mountains to life, highlight opportunities and constraints in mountain development, and build partnerships to bring positive change to the world's mountains and highlands.

Over two dozen mountain communities took part in an exhibition, which displayed nearly 50 paintings from students.

To find out more please visit: http://www.icimod.org/?q=9246

First Green Solutions Fair - ICIMOD Knowledge Park at Godavari

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

To celebrate International Mountain Day (11th December) and ICIMOD Day (5th December), the ICIMOD Knowledge Park at Godavari opened its doors to the public for the first Green Solutions Fair. The event, held on 8 December, showcased green technologies and demonstrated sustainable farming practices and other innovative practices for income-generation that have been adopted by communities in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. ICIMOD partners and members of the private sector were also on site to share green technologies that they have developed or adopted.

Some major activities included the presentation of the first ICIMOD Green Champion Award, the cycle rally for ‘Green living, Healthy living’, a green market, a documentary and mountain quiz show, a children's drawing competition, and showcases by private sector companies about green products and technologies.

Find out more at: http://www.icimod.org/?q=9264

REDAR promotes knowledge exchange in Peru

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

In the occasion of the International Mountain Day, the Peruvian Red de Agroindustria Rural (REDAR) organized the 2nd Knowledge Conference among agro-industrialists and university students at the Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. The aim of the meeting was to highlight the potential value of mountains by exchanging perspectives from the academic world and practical experiences from rural people. The advantages of mountain biodiversity for individuals and humanity were addressed in depth and opportunities for cooperation through internships and thesis work were identified.During the event, professionals from various fields held lectures on best practices, risks and opportunities for agribusiness in Peru.

The themes of food security, health, quality and value creation were the file rouge of the discussion.

Find out more at: http://www.infoandina.org/noticias/d%C3%ADa-internacional-de-monta%C3%B1as-encuentro-e-intercambio-entre-estudiantes-y-productores

InfoAndina TV: special edition dedicated to IMD

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

On 13th December InfoAndina TV broadcasted a special edition dedicated to the International Mountain Day.

The show was opened by a talk between Jorge Recharte, director of Instituto de Montañas, and Juan Torres, professor of Ecosistemas de Montañas at Universidad Nacional Agraria - La Molina. They discussed the importance of mountainous ecosystems and their relation with life, religion, and mysticism. Finally, Jazmine Casafranca, Program Assistant at FAO Peru, presided a section dedicated to Food Security in mountains. Watch the full video at: http://www.infoandina.org/content/%C3%BAltimo-programa-2012-de-infoandina-tv-especial-monta%C3%B1as

CNICIMOD celebrates IMD 2012 in Chengdu, China

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

The Chinese Committee on ICIMOD (CNICIMOD) joined the global celebrations for International Mountain Day 2012 on December 11th.

Aiming to raise public awareness of sustainable mountain development, CNICIMOD prepared exhibition boards and handed out publications reflecting the findings of the research works on hazard management in mountains, climate change and mountain development.

Special attention was given to the involvement of youth in global sustainable development, as they will be the future actors.

More information available at: http://english.imde.cas.cn/ns/es/201212/t20121213_97009.html

Explore the new records from Mountain Partnership members in Dagestan, Altai and Tajikistan

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

The Association of Mountain Regions of Dagestan welcomes you to its homeland, to enjoy amazing views of high mountains and hospitality of local communities, featured in the photo report ‘Mountains and people of Dagestan’. Follow the link: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjDkx8Qu .

For the IMD 2012 Magomedgadji Zainulabidov, the head of the Association, recorded a special greeting in Russian: http://youtu.be/YGvOuEO5Uv4

The Foundation for Sustainable Development of Altai invites you to join them for the spiritual tour to the sacred Belukha Mountain in search of the Shambhalla, a mythical kingdom hidden in mountains. The journey is accompanied by a traditional Altai music. Click to join : http://youtu.be/amsB8SMmcbk

Listen to the IMD greeting of Aleksander Alchubaev, Minister of Economy and Investments of Altai Republic (in Russian with English subtitles): http://youtu.be/FEbsvIHgqMg.

In Tajikistan the Centre for Climate Change and Disaster Reduction (CCCDR), jointly with NGO ‘Youth for mountain development’ and the University of Central Asia in Khorog, Badakhshan, organized a Round Table ‘Youth and Mountain Development’, which was accompanied by a photo exhibition.

Follow the url to see the photoreport of the event: http://youtu.be/Ed7-aCDubnc

The Mexican recipe to support biodiversity in mountains

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Barro Jaguar believes in the combination of nature photography, environmental education and scientific research to stimulate interest and care toward the conservation of biodiversity. The International Mountain Day was the perfect framework to encourage new attitudes among the population.

Relive their celebration through this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF4cXf-aQjw&list=UUrOncRhEX9E_1h8DqW6-lLQ&index=1

Dagestan, Altai, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan joined the world Celebrating Mountain Life

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

The IMD 2012 was widely celebrated by the Mountain Partnership members from Central Asia, Altai and Dagestan. In Bishkek it was organized the event “Market-place for Sustainable Mountain Development Good practices” and the full photo report by Mikhail Romanyiuk, UCA, is available at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mountainpartnership/sets/72157632233068423/

The Round Table ‘Youth and Mountain Development’ took place in Khorog, with the goal of raising awareness on the importance of mountain ecosystems for climate change adaptation and discussing how youth can contribute to sustainable mountain development.

The conference titled ‘Mountain partnership: outputs and perspectives for mountain communities and ecosystems’ was held in Gornyi Altaisk.

Finally, for the first time the International Mountain Day has been observed also in Dagestan, where secondary school pupils have been involved in the art competition ‘Mountains through children eyes’.

First IMD celebrations in Costa Rica

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

In 2012 the International Mountain Day was held for the first time in Costa Rica, in the astounding beautiful context of the Poás Volcano National Park.

Institutions dedicated to research, environmental education and promotion of conservation and sustainable development participated in the event to discuss the current hot topics concerning Costa Rican mountains and the possibility of establishing new alliances in the near future.

Pictures from Chilean celebration

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

This year for the first time IMD was celebrated in Chile with the presence of the FAO team. The event was enlivened by the music performed by the instrumental and vocal Latin American folk music ensemble Inti Illimani.

Solidarity & common good for the development of the Andean region

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Read the article edited by the Argentinean Secretaría de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sustentable in the occasion of IMD 2012 to learn about the celebration in the area and the strategic plan for the future development of the territory. Avalaible at http://www.ambiente.gob.ar/default.asp?IdArticulo=11628.

An interview to Mrs Maria Lidia Testani from Comité de Montañas dealing with the same topic was broadcasted by Radio Maria Argentina and you can listen to it at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ggwt8dlbvtc

IMD Celebrations in Indian Himalaya

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:00:00 GMT

The 10th anniversary of the International Mountain Day was celebrated by CEE Himalaya (Centre for Environment Education, India) across the three Himalayan states of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand simultaneously with partners. Above 300 students, 50 teachers and concerned citizens shared their views on challenges being faced by people and discussed concerns pertaining to development in Himalaya Mountains.

Leading local newspapers commented on the event.