Global Environment Facility (GEF) Development Policy and Afghanistan

Academic Paper from the year 2022 in the subject Politics - Environmental Policy, grade: 1.7, Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences, course: Sustainable Development Management MA, language: English, abstract: The Global Environment Facility has been actively contributing to solving climate change and environmental issues since 1994. World Bank is its administrative institution, while major UN institutions act as its agencies that implement projects in the recipient country in collaboration with governments, NGOs, and civil society organizations. The GEF's major focal strategy areas are biodiversity, climate change, land degradation, international water, chemical, and waste. Afghanistan came to the intervention area of GEF in 2002; various projects have been implemented on forest conservation, wildlife protection, water management, institutional capacity building, training human capital, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and climate-resilient communities. GEF has had a vital role in developing and implementing national strategies such as Afghanistan National Biodiversity Strategy and Action, the NCSA, and the NAPA.

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MA Sustainable Development Management | DAAD Scholar | SDGs Advocate - AIESEC Alumni - YOUNGO Sayed is a dedicated professional who has earned a Master's degree in Sustainable Development Management from Rhine Waal University and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Aburayhan University. His extensive background encompasses a wide range of roles in international and national NGOs, showcasing his expertise in communications, project management, SDGs consultancy, and mentorship. Noteworthy positions in Sayed's career include serving as the Country Director of International Exchange programs for AIESEC in Afghanistan, acting as an International Relations Consultant for AIESEC in Vietnam, and holding the roles of Head of Organizational Development and Member of the Board of Directors in VNDO. He was also an Associate Member in AmCham (American Chamber of Commerce in Afghanistan), a Research Assistant at the German Federal Association for Sustainability, and a Consultant at the UNRISD (United Nations Research Institute for Social Development). Sayed's impactful projects have spanned across diverse regions, including Afghanistan, India, Bahrain, Germany, and Egypt. His advocacy for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is evident through his active involvement in various youth-led platforms. He places great value on teamwork, leadership, and achieving tangible results in his professional endeavors. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Sayed has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Human Rights Award in 2021 from the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue. He was also honored with the EPOS-DAAD scholarship to pursue his master's degree in Germany, an Appreciation Certificate from the Parliament House of Afghanistan, and the Carlo-Schmid Programme Award for his work at the UNRISD. Sayed has been a dynamic participant in esteemed conferences such as COP26 and COY16 in Glasgow, UK, the World Youth Forum 2022 in Sharm-El-Sheikh, Egypt, and the World's Largest Lesson 2018 in Amwaj, Bahrain. Moreover, he has been a proactive representative for Germany in Erasmus+ projects across Europe. Sayed's multifaceted background and unwavering commitment make him a valuable asset in any context focused on sustainable development and international relations.