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The Seventh Global Meeting of the Mountain Partnership will take place from 26 to 28 March 2026 in the Principality of Andorra, hosted by the Government of Andorra.
The Mountain Youth Hub, an initiative backed by the Mountain Partnership, is a dynamic platform dedicated to empowering and mobilizing youth across mountainous regions worldwide that was established IPROMO youth delegates.
The certification and labelling scheme strengthens the resilience of mountain peoples, their economies and their ecosystems based on environmentally and ethically sound value chain approaches.
From yak cheese in the high Himalayas to hand-woven silk reaching international runways, mountain communities are showing how tradition and innovation...
Pastoralists play a vital role in sustaining mountain ecosystems and livelihoods. Their knowledge, traditions and stewardship of rangelands are increasingly...
The Mount Cameroon Race of Hope returned to the slopes of Mount Cameroon for its 31st edition, bringing together more than 600 runners, spectators and...
Bhutan's mountain-made textiles meet the runway
Fashion for Fragile Ecosystems connects traditional craftsmanship with ethical fashion, promoting cultural heritage globally while protecting mountain environments and improving livelihoods. Led by the Mountain Partnership of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, this initiative brings together women artisans from remote mountain regions with international designers to create collections inspired by local traditions and ancient techniques.
This video highlights a recent collaboration between designer Stella Jean and women artisans in Bhutan.
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“Glaciers matter for water, food and livelihoods in mountains and beyond” is the theme of this year's International Mountain Day on 11 December. Learn more about upcoming events and activities.
Women weavers in Goenpa Kabab, a remote village in Bhutan’s mountain districts, have always made exquisite silk dresses. Now they are combining this tradition and modern techniques.
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This technical brief examines the links between glaciers, agriculture and livelihoods, and highlights the potential of sustainable mountain farming to restore ecosystems, conserve resources and build resilience.
