Landscapes in Action:
Stories From the Field
Around the world, farmers, landscape leaders, government officials, and small-business owners are developing innovative and inspiring solutions to their regions’ most pressing land use, agricultural, environmental, economic, and social challenges. At the heart of these efforts are stories of innovation, collaborative action, and determination.
Landscapes in Action is 1000L’s multimedia series that brings to life the inspiring work of landscape partnerships worldwide. From the lush forests of Kenya’s highlands to the harsh landscapes of the Sahel, these interactive and immersive stories illuminate the challenges, triumphs, and opportunities shaping landscape initiatives worldwide.
Dive into these inspiring stories below!
Kenya
Cooperation Sows Benefits for Livelihoods and Ecosystems in Kenya’s Highlands
The story captures the transformative work of Kijabe Environment Volunteers (KENVO) in Kenya’s Lari landscape, where their work to unite stakeholders into a dynamic landscape partnership has brought innovative solutions to help safeguard biodiversity, improve farmers livelihoods, and boost the tourism and agricultural economy. KENVO is championing forest restoration and sustainable land management practices to combat deforestation and water scarcity, fostering a more resilient and thriving environment for the region.
Niger, Spain, South Africa, Australia, Kenya
Hope Springs: Stories of Resilience in Drylands
This series of vignettes delves into the critical challenges and opportunities of combating land degradation and desertification in dryland regions worldwide. Showcasing innovative landscape partnerships in Niger, Spain, South Africa, and Australia, this interactive multimedia journey explores the ecological complexity and resilience of these regions. Each story sheds light on the escalating threats posed to drylands by unsustainable practices and climate change, while celebrating the communities and partnerships that are reimagining a more resilient future for drylands.