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The IAI Directorate presented a draft outreach brochure to the Conference of the Parties in June 2018. The brochure outlines the IAI's role as a regional intergovernmental organization supporting 19 Parties in the Americas. Since 2006, the IAI has invested 33 million USD in scientific projects and 5.3 million USD in scholarships for Latin American scientists, training 2,000 professionals. The IAI focuses on global change—including climate change, biodiversity loss, and land use change—and supports research on ecosystem services, fisheries, forest conservation, and the impacts of environmental crises on human health and urban/rural communities.

This briefing from the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) proposes merging a planned 25th-anniversary publication with a peer-reviewed special issue focusing on the results of the Cooperative Research Network 3 (CRN3) and other institutional activities.

A briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) regarding the nomination process for two vacancies on the Science Advisory Committee (SAC) to be filled during the 26th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties in June 2018.

A briefing from the President of the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) requesting the nomination of two members to the SAC for the 26th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) in June 2018.

The IAI Directorate is working to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy-making in the Americas by establishing relationships with multilateral environmental agreements, enhancing the capacity of member countries, and diversifying its funding sources. Key efforts include collaborating with the IPCC and UNFCCC, developing a sub-regional network for megacities in Latin America, and implementing an open data policy. The Directorate is also seeking to increase the visibility of the IAI through communication strategies and the hosting of the Belmont Forum Secretariat.

This report from the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details capacity-building activities conducted between the 25th and 26th Conferences of the Parties (2017-2018). It highlights the implementation of inter- and transdisciplinary training, science-policy integration, and the use of seed grants to foster regional scientific cooperation and communication.

The IAI Directorate implemented several capacity-building initiatives between 2017 and 2018, focusing on transdisciplinary research, science diplomacy, and science communication. Key activities included the São Paulo School of Advanced Science on Climate Change, which trained 119 graduate students from 30 countries, and the Professional Development Seminar (PDS) on Transdisciplinary Approaches to Integrating Policy and Science for Sustainability held in the Dominican Republic and Canada. The Directorate also engaged in science-policy collaboration through events in Mexico and the USA. To expand these efforts, the IAI proposes the creation of a Science & Technology Policy Fellowships program and a Research Internship Program, alongside a new Seed Grant Program for 2019-2020.

This briefing document from the IAI Directorate outlines the coordination of meetings between the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC), the Science Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), and the Conference of the Parties (CoP) to enhance interaction and the science-to-policy interface.

This report from the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details activities and strategic partnerships undertaken between sessions to increase the institute's visibility and influence within international climate and biodiversity frameworks. It outlines collaborations with the IPCC, UN agencies, and various NGOs to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy implementation, particularly for Latin America.

The IAI Directorate has engaged in several fundraising initiatives, including consultations with the Del Rio Family Foundation and J&M Philanthropy to develop a long-term funding strategy and pursue 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in the United States. The IAI is implementing a crowdfunding mechanism via its website and PayPal, and has held strategic meetings with the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) and CAF—Development Bank of Latin America to align projects and secure funding. Additionally, the IAI was selected to host the Secretariat of the Belmont Forum, which is expected to enhance its ability to reach donors and funding agencies.

This report from the Executive Director of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details fundraising activities conducted following Decision XXV/31. The efforts include consultations with private foundations, the development of a crowdfunding platform, the pursuit of US tax-exempt status, and strategic engagements with international development banks and the Belmont Forum to secure funding and cooperation for global change research.

This briefing document from the IAI Directorate addresses the need for increased membership in the Financial and Administration Committee (FAC) ahead of the twenty-sixth meeting of the Conference of the Parties in June 2018.

The IAI Directorate expanded its international visibility and partnerships through participation in major climate and biodiversity forums, including the IPCC, UNFCCC, and CBD. Key achievements include securing Observer Status with the IPCC and UNCCD, establishing Memoranda of Understanding with Future Earth and IPBES, and launching a digital science communication campaign during COP-23. The Directorate also focused on enhancing the science-to-policy interface, specifically regarding ocean knowledge, climate-resilient megacities in the Americas, and the impacts of climate change on biodiversity.

This briefing, prepared by the United States of America for the twenty-sixth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), recommends that the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) be invited to become an Associate of the Institute under Article XI of the Agreement Establishing the IAI.

A briefing document prepared by the United States of America for the 26th meeting of the Conference of the Parties of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), recommending that the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) be invited to become an Associate of the Institute.

This briefing document, prepared by the IAI Directorate for the 26th meeting of the Conference of the Parties, proposes the adoption of a new Open Data Policy and Principles. The policy aims to facilitate the full and open exchange of global change research data among Parties, Principal Investigators, and stakeholders, establishing guidelines for data accessibility, preservation, and the development of an IAI Open Data Catalog.

The IAI Directorate has implemented several IT security and infrastructure upgrades, including a network reconfiguration, the installation of anti-virus software, and the creation of a disaster recovery plan. The Directorate is seeking extraordinary funding of 30,000 USD to migrate its website from Wordpress to a more secure, database-driven content management system to improve data integration and user access. Additionally, the IAI is promoting international data exchange standards through collaborations with the Belmont Forum and the World Data System.

The IAI Executive Directorate has implemented several IT security and operational upgrades, including a software license audit, the installation of antivirus software, and a network reconfiguration to provide individual VoIP lines. The report highlights significant deficiencies in the current WordPress-based website, which is described as inflexible and insecure, and requests extraordinary funding of 30,000 USD to migrate to a more secure, database-managed content management system. Additionally, the IAI is promoting international data exchange standards through collaborations with the Belmont Forum and the World Data System.

The IAI has implemented Decision XXV/21 by publishing Member Country information sheets detailing contributions and benefits. The IAI is expanding the data categories and proposes transitioning to a centralized database to improve data sharing and compatibility with national systems.

This briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Directorate reports on the implementation of Decision XXV/22 regarding public access to official documents and the introduction of a standardized numbering system for IAI records.