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The Panama Declaration is a statement issued following the Eighth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held on July 19 and 20 in Panama City. The document reaffirms the IAI's role as a leading intergovernmental organization for coordinating regional research on global change, emphasizing the importance of scientific merit, peer review, and international cooperation to support mitigation and adaptation strategies in the Americas.

This report summarizes the activities of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) from May 2023 to April 2024 to implement its Gender, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policy. The IAI aims to mainstream EDI into research funding, improve working environments, and increase the visibility of underrepresented groups in global environmental change research.

This report documents the proceedings and recommendations of the 51st meeting of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held via videoconference on 22 June 2021. The meeting focused on administrative approvals, financial reports, and the introduction of new policy frameworks regarding whistleblowing and gender, as well as a new initiative for national climate assessments in Latin America and the Caribbean.

This report, published by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), examines the multifaceted impacts of climate change across Latin America and the Caribbean. It highlights the vulnerability of rural communities, women, and artisanal fisheries, while discussing the intersection of environmental degradation, public health, and migration. The document advocates for a 'transdisciplinary' approach to science that integrates local and Indigenous knowledge into policy-making to build regional resilience.

This report, published by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (iai) and Latinoamérica21, examines the multifaceted impacts of climate change across Latin America and the Caribbean. It highlights the vulnerability of rural women, the disruption of education by extreme weather, and the drivers of climate-induced migration. The document advocates for a transition toward transdisciplinary science and participatory governance, particularly in water management and public health, to address the socio-ecological crises of the Anthropocene.

This fact sheet provides a detailed Q&A regarding small grants for implementing Ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) projects under the Collaborations for Urban Ecosystem-based Adaptation initiative. It outlines eligibility criteria for expenses, team composition requirements, project scopes, and the application process for institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

The report details the proceedings of the 59th meeting of the Executive Council of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), held on 28 May 2025 in Asunción, Paraguay. The meeting focused on financial planning, the impact of funding uncertainties on regional research leadership, the relocation of the IAI headquarters to Panama, and proposals to improve the designation of national representatives to ensure institutional continuity.

This fact sheet describes the activities of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Belmont Forum, specifically focusing on the Collaborative Research Actions (CRAs) regarding Climate, Environment and Health (CEH).

This document is a financial report and independent auditor's report for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2021. It includes balance sheets, statements of operations, and detailed notes on the Institute's funding, research programs, and administrative expenses.

This report details the activities and progress of twelve projects under the second round of the Collaborative Research Network (CRN II) from September 1, 2006, to August 31, 2007. Managed by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), these projects focus on climate change, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability across the Americas, emphasizing interdisciplinary cooperation and stakeholder engagement.

The minutes of the Twenty-first IAI Conference of the Parties (CoP), held in Montevideo, Uruguay, on June 12-13, 2013, detail the governance, financial, and scientific progress of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research. The meeting focused on implementing a tripartite governance structure across Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, approving the 2013-2014 core budget, and expanding science-policy liaison activities to better integrate natural and social sciences for decision-making.

The report details the progress of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) in implementing a tripartite management structure across Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. It outlines the specific roles and responsibilities of three new directorates—Integrated Operations and Finance, Scientific Development, and Science-Policy Liaison—and provides status updates on the legal agreements and office setups in each host country.

This report from the Executive Director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to the 22nd Conference of the Parties (CoP 22) outlines the proposed Terms of Reference and composition for the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC). The SPAC is designed to bridge the gap between the IAI's scientific network and policymakers to ensure research is applicable to decision-making regarding global change.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) activity plan for July 2015 to June 2016 details institutional restructuring, research initiatives focused on ecosystem services and adaptation, and a series of capacity-building seminars across Latin America and the Caribbean.

This document presents the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) core budget request for the 2015/2016 fiscal year, along with preliminary estimates for 2016-2018. It details the funding required to maintain operations, monitor science programs, and manage the transition of the IAI Directorate.

The IAI Directorate Report for July 2014 - May 2015 details the institute's efforts to integrate science and policy, manage collaborative research networks, and expand capacity building across the Americas. Key activities include the 'Lima 2014 Declaration on Biodiversity and Climate Change', the establishment of the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), and the management of the CRN3 and SGP-CRA research programs.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Executive Directorate report for July 2014 - May 2015 details the institute's efforts to link science with policy, its management of cooperative research networks, and its capacity-building initiatives across the Americas. Key activities include the 'Lima 2014 Declaration on Biodiversity and Climate Change', the establishment of a Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), and the implementation of the third Cooperative Research Network (CRN3) program, which shows a significant trend toward interdisciplinary research.

This report from the President of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details decisions made during the EC's 38th Meeting following recommendations from the 22nd Conference of the Parties (CoP) held in Mexico City. Key actions include the creation of a declaration on climate adaptation for COP-20, the development of the Science and Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), and the adoption of Research Gate for scientific networking.

A report from the Ad hoc Committee on the Implementation of the IAI Tripartite Governance detailing the renewal of the Implementation Committee's term, the operational status of the Montevideo office, the wind-down of administrative tasks in Brazil, and the hiring of a director for the Science-Policy liaison office in Buenos Aires.

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.