SYMBIOTIC
Biological diversity is globally under threat, which calls for immediate action. Therefore, an increased appreciation of biological diversity through capacity development and transformative learning is required. To achieve this, the project applies target group-specific innovative methods in five countries: A broad communication and mobilisation campaign will empower and mobilise key change makers from the public, media, youth, decision-making and local/ indigenous communities. A systemic and interactive learning program addressing educators, professionals and youth will mainstream biological diversity into education and create key knowledge agents. For mainstreaming biodiversity into the development sector, political and economic decision-makers will be capacitated and introduced to innovative tools for natural capital accounting. Finally, the project’s outputs will be promoted at the international level for a wider rollout and replication.
Project Overview
01.10.2024 - 30.06.2025
Ethiopia, Indonesia, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Madagascar
West Java Province, Central Java Province, East Nusa Tenggara Province, Central Sulawesi Province, North Sulawesi Province, Gorontalo Province, North Maluku Province

Naturschutzbund Deutschland e.V. (NABU)
Consortium partner:
Burung Indonesia (Indonesia), CoKnow Consulting (Germany), Global Green Growth Institute Africa, Internews, Nature Kenya (Kenya)
Implementing partner:
ASITY Madagascar (Madagascar), CAMP Alatoo Public Foundation (Kyrgyzstan), The Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN),
NABU Ethiopia (Ethiopia)
Political Partners
- State Ministry of National Development Planning (BAPPENAS), Directorate of Environment
- Ministry of Environment and Forestry*, Directorate General of Ecosystem and Natural Resources Conservation*
- Ministry of Marine and Fisheries, Directorate of Marine Biodiversity Conservation
Policy Priorities
The project will support the implementation of and later provide feedback to:
- Indonesia Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (2025-2045)
- National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2025-2029
- Presidential Instruction No. 1 of 2023 Concerning the Mainstreaming of Biodiversity Conservation in Sustainable Development
Relevant Links: https://www.international-climate-initiative.com/PROJECT1209-1