Science, Policy, and Leadership in Conservation: Honoring Gustavo Fonseca’s Legacy

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12/10/2025
13:00 - 14:00
Global Environment Facility , Onsite
Exhibition
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Delivering on Equity Disruptive Innovation and Leadership for Conservation

Why attend

Celebrate the legacy of Gustavo Fonseca and his lifelong contributions to biodiversity by joining colleagues and friends, at the launch of a book honoring his memory.

Session Description

The publication In Service of Nature and People: Science, Leadership, and the Conservation Legacy of Gustavo Fonseca brings together reflections from colleagues, peers, and friends of Gustavo Fonseca, honoring his pioneering role in global conservation and his leadership at the GEF. The book highlights Gustavo’s contributions at the intersection of science, policy, and action, and the enduring impact of his vision for biodiversity and sustainable development.
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Speaker

Speaker Carlos Manuel RODRIGUEZ ECHANDI
Carlos Manuel RODRIGUEZ ECHANDI

CEO & Chairperson, Global Environment Facility

Speaker Russell MITTERMEIER
Russell MITTERMEIER

Chief Conservation Officer, Re;wild

Speaker John ROBINSON
John ROBINSON

Joan L. Tweedy Chair in Conservation Strategy, Wildlife Conservation Society

Speaker Mohamed Imam BAKARR
Mohamed Imam BAKARR

Manager, Integration and Knowledge, GEF

Speaker Adriana MOREIRA
Adriana MOREIRA

Division Head, GEF - Global Environment Facility