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The IAI Scientific Agenda, adopted in June 2021, establishes a framework for scientific research on global environmental change (GEC) in the Americas. It defines the primary objective of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) as advancing comparative studies that exceed national program scopes to improve the region's ability to sustain itself and cope with GEC. The agenda is structured around four interrelated research themes—human dimensions, climate variability, ecosystems/biodiversity, and atmospheric/oceanic modulations—and is designed to be revised every 3-6 years in alignment with the IAI's Strategic Plan.

The IAI Scientific Agenda, adopted in June 2021, establishes a framework for research on Global Environmental Change (GEC) in the Americas. It focuses on transdisciplinary science to support regional sustainability, aligning research with strategic areas such as poverty reduction, food and water security, and climate adaptation.

The Standing Rules of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), approved in June 2021, establish the governance, procedural, and electoral frameworks for the IAI's primary governing body. The document details the requirements for party representation, the organization of annual and extraordinary conferences, voting mechanisms, and the processes for electing members to advisory committees and the Executive Director.

The document outlines the rules of procedure for the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). It defines the EC's role as the executive body acting on behalf of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) when the latter is not in session, detailing its composition, meeting schedules, voting mechanisms, and administrative governance.

This briefing document from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) informs the Conference of the Parties about an Interacademy Partnership initiative titled "Harnessing the world’s academies to combat predatory academic journals and conferences." The initiative is a two-year study aimed at defining predatory practices, measuring their impact, and providing recommendations for coordinated solutions.

This concept note outlines the plan for a Regional Assessment by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) to identify knowledge gaps and uncertainties in decisions impacted by global environmental change (GEC) across member countries. The assessment aims to align IAI science funding and capacity building with the specific policy and decision-making needs of the Parties.

This notification from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) outlines the nominations received for two vacancies on the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and the electronic voting procedure for the 29th Conference of the Parties (CoP-29).

The Report of the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC), prepared by the United States as Chair, provides an update on the financial and administrative status of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) for the Executive Council's 51st meeting.

This briefing presents the report of the Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), prepared by the United States of America in its capacity as FAC Chair. The document outlines the FAC's responsibilities, provides an evaluation of the 2021-2022 Operating Budget, and reports on the 2019-20 financial audit.

This document is a report from the Executive Council of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) dated May 25, 2021, which presents the independent auditors' report and financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2020, and 2019.

The Financial and Administrative Committee (FAC) of the IAI reports an unqualified audit opinion for the 2019-20 fiscal year and recommends the approval of the 2021-2022 operating budget, which maintains stable spending of approximately $1,400,000 without increasing member contributions.

This briefing document presents the revised Scientific Agenda of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) for adoption by the Conference of the Parties (CoP) at its 29th meeting. The agenda defines the institute's research priorities, strategic areas, and foundational principles to address Global Environmental Change (GEC) across the Americas.

This briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) provides an overview of the financial status for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, detailing party contributions, budget performance, and administrative controls.

This report from the Chair of the Executive Council (EC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) outlines the activities and recommendations of the EC during the 2020-2021 intersessional period for the 29th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-29).

This briefing document from the IAI Directorate updates the Conference of the Parties on the implementation of Decisions XXVIII/7 and XXVIII/8 regarding the invitation for Mitacs to become an Associate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI).

This briefing document from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) updates the Conference of the Parties on the implementation of Decisions XXVIII/7 and XXVIII/8 regarding the invitation of Mitacs Canada to become an Associate of the IAI.

The document is an auditors report for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), presenting the financial statements for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2020, and June 30, 2019. It includes an independent auditor's opinion, balance sheets, statements of operations, and detailed notes on scientific programs and core budget contributions.

This briefing document outlines the establishment of a whistleblower policy for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), as mandated by Decision XXVIII/5. The policy, integrated into the revised IAI employee handbook, provides a mechanism for staff to report wrongdoing to the IAI Executive Council with guarantees against retaliation. The document also includes the full text of the revised IAI Employee Handbook, detailing recruitment, compensation, benefits, performance reviews, and travel policies.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) has developed a whistleblower policy to allow employees to report wrongdoing to the Executive Council. The policy provides protections against retaliation for good-faith reporting, outlines a specific timeline for investigation acknowledgments (5 and 15 days), and establishes disciplinary consequences for both retaliators and those who make maliciously false claims.

A notification from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research announcing a change in the membership of its Science Advisory Committee (SAC).