On October 10, an important meeting was held in Bolivia, bringing together experts, community leaders and academics committed to building a more sustainable future. With the participation of 35 attendees, this event became a space for dialogue and reflection on the challenges and opportunities facing our planet.
The session, opened by the Regional Director of UN SDSN Andes, Jorge Gómez Paredes, PhD, served as a starting point for a series of presentations and debates on sustainability. The invited speakers, from various sectors, shared their experiences and knowledge on topics such as:
- Community tourism: Tourism models that promote local development and environmental conservation were explored, involving indigenous and local communities.
- Sustainable agriculture: Innovative initiatives in agriculture were presented, such as smart gardens and insect-based food production, which seek to guarantee food security and reduce environmental impact.
- Biodiversity Conservation: The crucial role of protected areas and the importance of scientific research for ecosystem conservation were discussed.
Participants also addressed challenges such as forest fires and their effects on ecosystems and local communities. The need to strengthen collaboration between different actors to find sustainable solutions to these problems was highlighted.
This event demonstrated that there is great interest and commitment to building a more sustainable future in Bolivia. Participants highlighted the importance of:
- Strengthening alliances: Collaborating between academic institutions, civil society organizations, companies and governments.
- Promoting innovation: Developing technological and practical solutions that enable sustainable development.
- Empowering local communities: Involving communities in decision-making and in the management of natural resources.
This meeting was an important step towards building a more sustainable future for Bolivia. Participants committed to continue working together to promote sustainable practices in all sectors of society.
