For further information contact the LCIPP team via lcipp@unfccc.int
The Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform (LCIPP) was established under the UNFCCC to facilitate the exchange of experiences and sharing of best practices between Indigenous Peoples and local communities on climate change mitigation and adaptation in a holistic and integrated manner.
In line with decision 14/CP.29 and the Baku Workplan of the LCIPP 2025-2027, the Facilitative Working Group (FWG) will convene the LCIPP Biregional Gathering for Asia and Central and Eastern Europe, Russian Federation, Central Asia and Transcaucasia regions from 21–24 April 2026, during Climate Week-3 in Yeosu, the Republic of Korea.
The gathering will bring together Indigenous Peoples and local communities, Parties, representatives of constituted bodies and workstreams under the UNFCCC, as well as other relevant entities, to exchange experiences and practices from the regions and co-create ways to incorporate diverse knowledge systems, values, and practices into regional efforts to scale up climate action.
The agenda of the gathering will be published soon.
Please check for more information about the Climate Week in Yeosu here: Climate Week - Yeosu April 2026 (CW3) | UNFCCC
The official notifications:
- Parties and observer States: here.
- UN organizations and intergovernmental organizations (IGOs): here.
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs): here.
Important
The registration for this event has been closed.
Interpretation
Interpretation services in English and Russian will be provided for the participants of the gathering.
Live webcast
Interested persons can follow live streaming of the LCIPP Biregional Gathering on the official UNFCCC YouTube channel here. The streaming will be available in English and Russian.
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Are you a knowledge holder or practitioner from Indigenous Peoples and/or local communities in Asia or Central and Eastern Europe, Russian Federation, Central Asia and Transcaucasia regions?
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Would you like to share your experiences and knowledge to help shape climate action grounded in Indigenous values, worldviews, and local knowledge systems?
If yes, please complete the form to express your interest in the LCIPP Biregional Gathering. Support for participation may be available for a limited number of participants, subject to available resources.
Deadline to express interest: 15 March 2026; 23:59 CET
Please note:
- The form is available in English. However, interested participants may submit their responses in any of the six official UN languages. If needed, applicants may use machine translation tools to complete the form.
- The FWG will facilitate the identification and registration of knowledge holders and practitioners from these regions, who have submitted expressions of interest, taking into consideration regional balance, thematic relevance, gender and youth balance, and other relevant considerations. Selected participants will be contacted by the secretariat via email during the week of 20 March 2026 and invited to complete a registration form to facilitate travel arrangements.
- Applicants who are not selected to receive support may still attend the LCIPP Biregional Gathering on their own by registering through the official process. For more information, kindly refer to the notifications shared in the participation section above.
Registration and badge pick-up
Opening session
Opening Invocation-Knowledge holder(s) and/or practitioner(s) from Asia
Welcome remarks
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COP 30 Presidency (TBC)
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Agrafena Kotova (Co-Chair, FWG of the LCIPP)
Objectives, Overview and desired outcomes of the gathering
Coffee/tea break
Setting shared ground: Overview of the UNFCCC process and the LCIPP
(by the secretariat)
- The UNFCCC process
- Local Communities and Indigenous Peoples Platform
- Facilitative Working Group of the LCIPP
Interactive dialogue (could be based on the 2026 theme elements)
LCIPP Framework Briefing1 (by the secretariat)
Module I: Observing change through lived, long-term and place-based knowledge
Sharing circles - In plenary, knowledge holders will share stories (approx. 3-4 mins) on observed impacts of climate change on livelihoods, ecosystems and biodiversity and implications for cultural heritage and knowledge systems. Knowledge holders will be invited to share their stories by groups of 5, followed by a group reflection.
Template: Knowledge holders are also requested to input their story into a case story template ahead of the sharing circles and send them to LCIPP@unfccc.int
Guided Group Reflection: What similar climate change impacts are being experienced across your communities?
Lunch Break
Module I (continued): Observing change through lived, long-term and place-based knowledge
Sharing circles - In plenary, knowledge holders will share stories (approx. 3-4 mins) on observed impacts of climate change on livelihoods, ecosystems and biodiversity and implications for cultural heritage and knowledge systems. Knowledge holders will be invited to share their stories by groups of 5, followed by a group reflection.
Template: Knowledge holders are also requested to input their story into a case story template ahead of the sharing circles and send them to LCIPP@unfccc.int
Guided Group Reflection: What similar climate change impacts are being experienced across your communities?
Coffee/tea break
Module II: From observed impacts to regenerative, community-led solutions, stewardship, and practices
Sharing circles - In plenary, knowledge holders will share stories (approx. 3-4 mins) on regenerative, community-led solutions, stewardship, and practices. Knowledge holders will be invited to share their stories by groups of 5, followed by a group reflection.
Template: Knowledge holders are also requested to input their story into a case story template ahead of the sharing circles and send them to LCIPP@unfccc.int.
Guided Group Reflection: What knowledge systems, practices, or cultural approaches from your communities can help respond to or address these impacts?
Day 1 Reflections and Day 2 Preview
Living cultural and ceremonial practices from Indigenous Peoples and local communities