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Delegates at biodiversity COP17 should follow the lead of Global South women (commentary)

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Briefings

At COP17 in Armenia, delegates face a critical review of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, yet gender justice remains unresolved in international negotiations. The article highlights women in the Global South, specifically in Zambia, who lead agroecology and community conservation efforts without corporate support or media attention, contrasting their grassroots resilience with the stalled progress of global biodiversity action.

Key points

• COP17 in Armenia is reviewing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, which was first formally assessed in 2022.
• Women in Zambia lead agroecology and community conservation initiatives while facing no corporate lobbying or media presence.

Context

The article contrasts the stalled progress of global biodiversity action with the resilience of women in the Global South, who protect ecosystems without external support or media visibility.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to a single article from 2026; specific numbers, dates, or named actors beyond Zambia are not provided.

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