Canopy Conversations

Canopy Conversations

By IFSA - International Forestry Students' AssociationEducation
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Canopy Conversations episodes

  • S5 #1 Insight from the winner of the IUFRO world congress blog competition

    Welcome to Canopy Conversations, your go-to source for illuminating conversations with the bright minds shaping our world. We're dedicated to bringing you insightful stories that bridge the gap between innovation, sustainability, and cultural richness. In this episode, we're glad to feature Zeyuan, a distinguished winner of the blog competition at the IUFRO World Congress 2024. Join the host Emmanuel and our guest , Zeyuan as we explore the fascinating intersection of art, biodiversity, and ecosystem sustainability in the largest tea forest, through Zeyuan's unique perspective.

    17 min
  • Canopy of Care: Reflecting on Our Forests' Day.


    Welcome to a brief reflection with Canopy Conversations. This is a Solo Mini-podcast episode reflecting on the International Day of Forestry. Even though the day has passed, the importance of our forests remains. Join our new host, Toyosi Mary as she revisit a moment of appreciation for the beauty, resilience, and indispensable role trees play in our world. Let's take a moment to breathe, reflect, and remember the silent giants that sustains us


    3 min
  • S4 #2 Taming the Thesis: Strategies for Research, Writing, and Deadlines

    Join host Emmanuel and his special guest, Kamana Poudel, Regional Representative of Northern America (2023/2024 Term), for actionable strategies to conquer your dissertation.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    Clear explanations of various dissertation writing styles

    The essential components that make a strong thesis stand out ✨

    Effective structuring techniques for optimal clarity and flow

    Actionable tips and tools to manage research, writing, and deadlines like a pro ⏱️

    Methods to overcome writer's block, procrastination, and other writing roadblocks

    Taming the Thesis is your one-stop shop for conquering your thesis with confidence. Join the supportive community of students taking control of their dissertation journey!

    33 min
  • S4 #1 Insights from IFSA Delegates to the GLF Conference in Nairobi, Kenya

    GLF Nairobi 2023 was themed on the need to craft “A New Vision for Earth”. This year it was held from 11-12 October in Nairobi Kenya at the World Agroforestry Centre. This Episode of canopy conversations was between the Host; Emmanuel and the IFSA Secretary Chrispus who was one of the IFSA delegates at the event. Chrispus spoke about his experience, his biggest takeaway from the event, and a lot more.

    35 min
  • S3#1 Insights from COP 27: a delegate's perspective - IFSA experience - The Series
    In this episode of the IFSA podcast, we will be featuring Volodymyr Kravets, who recently served as a delegate to the 27th Conference of the Parties (COP 27) in Egypt. Volodymyr will share his experience at COP 27, including the discussions and negotiations that took place and the outcomes that were reached. He will also provide insights into the role of youth in international forestry and climate action.
    Objectives:
    • To provide listeners with a first-hand account of the COP 27 negotiations and outcomes
    • To highlight the importance of youth participation in international forestry and climate action
    • To inspire listeners to get involved in international forestry and climate action, whether through IFSA or other organizations

      • 14 min
    • S2#1 GLF Climate: Back to In-Person Events

      GLF Climate Forest, Food and Finance Frontiers of Change was one of the side events of UNFCCC COP26 organized by the Global Landscapes Forum at the University of Glasgow in Scotland.

      In this episode we talked with Anna Bucci and Augusta Senessie about their experience at the conference as youth coordinator and panelist respectively. We also discussed the biggest takeaways from these inspiring women and the role of youth in these events and policy processes.

      For reviewing the GLF Climate Forest, Food and Finance Frontiers of Change conference visit: https://www.youtube.com/c/GlobalLandscapesForum

      For more information and opportunities at GLF go to:

      https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/

      https://www.linkedin.com/company/globallandscapesforum/

      https://www.instagram.com/globallandscapesforum/?hl=en

      https://twitter.com/GlobalLF

      For more information and opportunities at Walinda Lingo:

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/walinda-lingo-206978200/

      https://twitter.com/WalindaLingo

      https://www.instagram.com/walindalingo/

      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmtkQ28GWD6ZEDslGE1A7-w

      More information about IFSA: www.ifsa.net

      Find IFSA on social media by searching for: “IFSAdotnet”

      For questions and suggestions, email us at [email protected]

      This episode is hosted and produced by Agustin Rosello Hinrichs.

      44 min
    • #3 Remote Regional Meetings

      IFSA’s annual regional meetings were moved online this year. In this episode we talked about the challenges and success stories of the Remote Regional Meetings with the head of APRM organising committee and Regional Representative Yu-Tung Hung and the Membership Councilor Daniel Guerra.

      Some of the RRM sessions are available on the IFSA youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IFSAInternationalForestryStudentsAssociation

      More information about IFSA: https://ifsa.net/

      Find IFSA on social media by searching for “IFSAdotnet”.

      For questions and suggestions, email us at [email protected].

      This episode is hosted by Barbara Öllerer and Alina Lehikoinen, and was edited by Damiano Cilio.

      29 min
    • #2 GLF Bonn: Our First Online Conference

      GLF Bonn 2020 Digital Conference was not postponed, but taken online. In this episode we talked to Frederik Buchholz and Celina Schelle about their experiences at the conference as participants and workshop organisers. We also discussed the role of forestry for food security and what implications the current development around online conferences along with the pandemic might have on youth engagement in international platforms.

      The CIFOR publication on the role of forests for food security and nutrition (Sunderland, T. et al. 2013) that Frederik mentioned can be read free of charge here: https://www.cifor.org/knowledge/publication/4103/

      The UNFF: https://www.un.org/esa/forests/

      More information about IFSA: https://ifsa.net/

      Find IFSA on social media by searching for “IFSAdotnet”.

      For questions and suggestions, email us at [email protected].

      This episode is hosted by Barbara Öllerer and Alina Lehikoinen, and was edited by Damiano Cilio.

      38 min

    About Canopy Conversations

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    Canopy Conversations is the brand-new podcast by the International Forestry Students’ Association that brings the IFSA experience to you - wherever you are in the world. Every episode, a guest is…