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The IAI Directorate's report details the implementation of the IAI Long-Term Communications Strategy and Plan, focusing on increasing public awareness and providing scientific data to policymakers. Key activities include joint publications with UN agencies, the development of project briefs on climate and environmental issues, and the use of social media and online courses to disseminate research findings.

This briefing document, prepared by the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), provides an update on the implementation of decisions to invite Rede Clima, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), and Terra Futura as Associates. It also proposes a review of the mechanisms used to establish the IAI's regional network of cooperating entities.

The IAI Directorate Science report details the completion of the CRN3 program, which involved 17 projects across 15 IAI Parties and trained over 1,000 students. It highlights the launch of the SGP-HW program, which emphasizes transdisciplinary co-design with stakeholders and the implementation of open data policies. The report also outlines the planning for CRN4, seeking alignment with the Belmont Forum for co-funding, and reports on the CONICET-IAI partnership in Argentina.

This report from the Executive Directorate of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) details activities conducted between 2018 and 2019 to enhance regional and global cooperation. The document outlines partnerships with international bodies such as IPBES, UNOSSC, and the GCF, as well as efforts to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy implementation regarding climate change and biodiversity in the Americas.

This briefing from the IAI Directorate updates the Conference of the Parties on the implementation of decisions to invite Rede Clima, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), and Future Earth as Associates of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI). It also recommends a review of the mechanisms used to establish the IAI's regional network of cooperating entities.

The Report of the IAI Standing Committee for Rules and Procedures, prepared by Argentina and the United States, recommends no amendments to the Standing Rules of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) for the 27th meeting in Brasilia, Brazil. The document includes the full text of the Standing Rules, which govern the participation, voting, and administrative procedures of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI).

The report from the IAI Standing Committee on Rules and Procedures recommends no amendments to the Rules of Procedure for the 27th Conference of the Parties (CoP) in Brasilia, Brazil. It includes the full Rules of Procedure governing the CoP's operations, including membership, voting, and the election of officials.

The Report of the Science-Advisory Committee (SAC) provides an update on the committee's membership, activities, and recommendations for the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) as of April 2019.

The IAI Executive Directorate has implemented a new, more secure, and mobile-friendly website with database capabilities to replace an outdated HTML and Wordpress-based system. While a new interface was presented before the 27th Conference of the Parties, further technical improvements depend on the acquisition of external resources.

A briefing from the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) regarding the nomination of candidates to fill two vacancies on the committee during the 27th Conference of the Parties in June 2019.

This briefing document, prepared by the Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC), the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC), and the IAI Directorate, proposes revisions to the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) Conflicts of Interest and Standards of Ethical Conduct. The primary update restricts members of the SAC and SPAC from submitting proposals to IAI calls in any capacity, a restriction that extends for six months after their service ends.

This document is a report prepared for the 27th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI), proposing revisions to the 'IAI Norms on Conflicts of Interest and Ethical Conduct Patterns'. The report outlines updated restrictions on the participation of Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and Science and Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) members in IAI funding calls, and provides a detailed framework for identifying and managing conflicts of interest for IAI staff, reviewers, and representatives.

The IAI Directorate has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Organization of American States (OAS) to strengthen scientific research and policy contributions regarding global change in the Americas. The partnership includes efforts to expand IAI membership by engaging non-Parties in Central America and the Caribbean, including targeted outreach to El Salvador, Guyana, Honduras, and Ecuador.

This briefing describes the establishment of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) and the Organization of American States (OAS) to enhance scientific contributions to policy and expand IAI membership in the Americas.

This briefing document from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) outlines the purpose and current status of donor sessions and contributions for the 27th Conference of the Parties (CoP) held in Brasilia, Brazil, in June 2019.

This report by the IAI Directorate details the implementation of the IAI Open data policy and principles and the development of the IAI open data portal, including partnerships with academic institutions and international bodies to promote open science and South-South cooperation.

The Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) proposed revisions to its Scientific Agenda during its 27th Conference of the Parties in 2019. The agenda is structured around four main research foci: climate change and variability, comparative studies of ecosystems and biodiversity, the chemical composition of the atmosphere and waters, and the human dimensions and policy implications of global change. These revisions aim to enhance transdisciplinary research and address the specific biogeographical needs of the Americas.

This briefing document from the IAI Directorate outlines the status of the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) elections for the 27th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (CoP-27). It notes that elections cannot proceed until rules of procedure are adopted and recommends that current members continue their participation until elections can be held, potentially rescheduling them to the 28th meeting.

This briefing from the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research (IAI) addresses the election of the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) for the 27th Conference of the Parties (CoP-27), noting that elections cannot occur until the relevant regulations are approved.

The report details the activities of the Science-Policy Advisory Committee (SPAC) of the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research leading up to the 27th Conference of the Parties in 2019. Key highlights include the successful joint meetings with the Scientific Advisory Committee, the selection of four projects under the SGP-HW grants call, and the proposal of new Rules of Procedure to govern the committee's membership and ethics.