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This report from the Ad Hoc Commission for the Implementation of the Tripartite Governance of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details the operational status of its regional offices and the extension of the Commission's mandate.

The IAI activities plan for July 2016 – June 2017 outlines institutional transitions, research initiatives focusing on interdisciplinarity and ecosystem services, capacity-building seminars across the Americas, and science-policy engagements with international bodies such as the UNFCCC, UNCBD, and IPBES.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) activity plan for July 2016 to June 2017 outlines institutional transitions, research initiatives focused on interdisciplinarity, capacity-building seminars, and science-policy engagement through international forums and partnerships.

The IAI Directorate Report for June 2015 - May 2016 details the institute's efforts in capacity building, science-policy liaison, and global convention engagement. Key activities include the Training Institute Seed Grant Program, the development of Professional Development Seminars, and strategic partnerships with the UN, CBD, and Future Earth to integrate global change science with sustainable development goals.

This report from the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details activities and achievements between June 2015 and May 2016. It focuses on capacity building, the integration of science and policy, and the establishment of international partnerships to address climate change and biodiversity loss in the Americas.

The Report from the Executive Council Chair outlines actions taken by the Executive Council (EC) following the 23rd Conference of the Parties (CoP) in Lima, Peru, focusing on administrative governance, institutional partnerships, and leadership transitions within the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI).

The report from the President of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details administrative decisions and progress on institutional governance, including the establishment of a Scientific Development Office in Brazil, the selection process for a new Executive Director, and efforts to increase member country engagement.

The IAI Directorate Report for June 2015 - May 2016 details the outcomes of the Small Grants for Collaborative Research in the Americas (SGP-CRA), the progress of the Third Collaborative Research Network Program (CRN3), and the establishment of the CONICET-IAI projects. The report emphasizes the integration of interdisciplinary science to inform policy and decision-making across the Americas.

This guide outlines the nomination and selection process for the Science Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). It details the criteria for candidate eligibility, the timeline for applications and elections in 2016, and the strategic purpose of the SPAC in bridging the gap between scientific research and policy-making.

The Terms of Reference for the Open Science Committee (OSciC) establish the committee as an advisory forum for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to implement policies and strategic alliances regarding open science, open data, and open access.

The document defines the Terms of Reference for the Open Science Commission (OSciC), which serves as an advisory body to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). The Commission, comprising members from Canada, Argentina, Brazil, and the USA, aims to develop open science policies, improve data accessibility, and foster collaborations with international initiatives.

A report from the Ad hoc Committee on the Implementation of the IAI Tripartite Governance detailing the operational status of offices in Uruguay and Argentina, and ongoing legal challenges regarding the host country agreement in Brazil.

This report from the Ad Hoc Commission for the Implementation of the IAI Tripartite Governance details the operational status of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) offices in Uruguay and Argentina, and the legal challenges regarding the establishment of a scientific development function in Brazil.

This document is a list of participants for the 25th Conference of the Parties (CoP25) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, held on June 13-14, 2017, in Bogotá, Colombia.

This briefing, prepared by the United States as Chair of the Implementation Committee for the Tripartite Structure of the IAI, evaluates the progress of a distributed governance model for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and recommends merging its directorates into a single entity based in Uruguay.

This document consists of a report from the 27th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-27) to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Brasilia, Brazil, from 5 to 6 June 2019, and a subsequent administrative document from March 2020 requesting the formal approval of that report at CoP-28.

This briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Directorate provides an overview of the financial status for the 2022-2023 fiscal year, detailing party contributions, budget performance, and administrative controls for the 31st meeting of the Conference of the Parties.

This document is a budget request prepared by the Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) for the 32nd meeting of the Conference of the Parties. It outlines the core budget requirements for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and preliminary requests for 2025-2027, detailing operational costs, staffing changes, and proposed country contributions.

This report details the activities of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Directorate from June 1, 2024, to April 2025. It focuses on implementing decisions from the 32nd Conference of the Parties (CoP-32), expanding institutional partnerships, advancing transdisciplinary research on climate, health, and oceans, and strengthening science diplomacy through the IAI Science Diplomacy Center and the STeP Fellowship program.

The report documents the proceedings of the Fourth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on June 11-12, 1997. The meeting focused on approving administrative policies, budgets, and scientific agendas, as well as electing leadership and committee members.