The proposed location of a hydroelectric and water supply project for Tunari National Park, in the city of Cochabamba in Bolivia, had the potential to damage nearby wetlands and destroy a remnant of Polylepis forest, the highest elevation forest in the world, that is threatened throughout the Andes. The area is also home to the endangered Cochabamba mountain finch (Poospiza … [Read more...] about Good vs bad biodiversity management, can you tell which is which?
Environmental and Social Safeguards
#metoo, and ten ways to make it safe for women to speak in public consultations
#Metoo isn’t just about sexual harassment and violence, although that was the catalyst for the movement. In a deeper way, #Metoo is about women and girls finding their voice to talk openly about their reality and their experiences, overcoming the fear of being shamed or blamed for the things that happened to us. Actual violence and the threat of violence still prevents … [Read more...] about #metoo, and ten ways to make it safe for women to speak in public consultations
The path of the big cat: How mitigation hierarchy can help maintain biodiversity in the Americas
March 3rd was World Wildlife Day, in honor of the signing of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora or “CITES”. World Wildlife Day celebrates and raises awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. The theme for 2018 is “Big cats: predators under threat”. Big cats are a part of the biodiversity and culture of Latin America. The … [Read more...] about The path of the big cat: How mitigation hierarchy can help maintain biodiversity in the Americas
In Bolivia, social organization is the catalyst for public consultations
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)’s Environmental Safeguards Compliance Policy requires consultations with the beneficiaries/affected communities as part of the environmental assessment in Bank-funded operations. At the same time, environmental legislation in Bolivia recognizes the importance of citizen participation in specific decision-making processes related to … [Read more...] about In Bolivia, social organization is the catalyst for public consultations
For World Day of Social Justice: A Compendium of Insightful Blogs
On February 20 we celebrated World Day of Social Justice, an international day currently observed by the United Nations that reflects on guaranteeing fair outcomes for all through employment, social protection, social dialogue, and fundamental principles and rights at work. At the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), we uphold the principles of social justice when we promote … [Read more...] about For World Day of Social Justice: A Compendium of Insightful Blogs