Learning objectives: 

Understand the dimension of land degradation and the response by the global community, reflected through the sustainable development goal (SDG) 15, as well as the relevance of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) and the role, structure and objectives of the ELD Initiative

Estimated duration of the lecture: 

25 minutes

Estimated time for further studies:

1-3 hours, depending on the level of previous knowledge and interests