Assessed Contribution- United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification 2021

This assessed contribution represents Canada’s annual support to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). The UNCCD uses these funds and other members’ funding to achieve its mandate. The UNCCD is the sole international legally binding framework addressing desertification land degradation and drought (DLDD). The UNCCD aims to combat desertification and mitigate the effects of drought in countries experiencing severe drought and desertification particularly in Africa through practical actions at all levels. The Convention seeks to improve the living conditions of people in drylands lessen the impacts of drought and promote sustainable land management.

The expected outcomes as stated by the UNCCD include: (1) increased international awareness of the importance of addressing DLDD; (2) increased advocacy efforts to have the Convention recognized as the global focal point for DLDD; and (3) enhanced strategic advisory services provided to developing countries on investments aligned with the Convention.