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#GENeva: a global hub for #environmental governance. GEN is a network of over 100 organizations based in the region, led by @UNEP.org & supported by #Switzerland
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#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 10-16 Nov?

✅ Int'l Geneva @ #COP30
✅ Countdown to #WAAW2025
#UN80 Reforms
#MinamataCOP6 Outcomes
✅ Championing for Earth
✅ Upcoming Events
#GreenAutumn
✅ & more

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The GEN is at the 6th European Policy Dialogue Forum exploring the transformative potential of interreligious and intercultural dialogue, in the face of the erosion of social cohesion, exacerbated by the #TriplePlanetaryCrisis.

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November 11, 2025 at 9:23 AM
#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 10-16 Nov?

✅ Int'l Geneva @ #COP30
✅ Countdown to #WAAW2025
#UN80 Reforms
#MinamataCOP6 Outcomes
✅ Championing for Earth
✅ Upcoming Events
#GreenAutumn
✅ & more

Check events, #jobs & suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN10-16Nov25
November 10, 2025 at 8:14 AM
The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury Wastes Management in countries" presenting recent tools and projects on environmentally sound disposal of mercury-containing waste under both the @minamataconvention.bsky.social and the @brsconventions.bsky.social.
November 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Mercury reduction in artisanal gold mining using local knowledge and practical strategies - from data to action", exploring strategies to eliminate mercury use in ASGM through stakeholder engagement.
November 7, 2025 at 1:16 PM
It's Day 5⃣ and the last day of #MinamataCOP6!

Following six decisions adopted yesterday, the plenary will consider the remaining outcomes of contact groups & consultations, as well as the adoption of the remaining decisions. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

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November 7, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Reposted by GENeva Environment Network
#SaveTheDate: On Monday 17 November 2025, H.E. Ms. Ever Mlilo, Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe to @ungeneva.bsky.social and the Secretary General will share the outcomes of the #WetlandsCOP15.

⏳15:00 – 16:00 CET
📍Palais des Nations, Geneva – Room VIII

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November 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Reposted by GENeva Environment Network
📣 #StateOfClimate Update 2025 is out now!

The update combines consolidated data for the year 2024 with preliminary data for 2025 to date where available.

Press release: https://bit.ly/3LoawS9

Full report: https://bit.ly/4qZR52q
November 6, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Reposted by GENeva Environment Network
At #MinamataCOP6 delegates adopted six decisions on:

• trade in #mercury compounds
• biodiversity
• international cooperation
• follow-up to the Gender Action Plan
• supply sources and trade
• dates and venue of #MinamataCOP7

Read ➡️ enb.iisd.org/minamata-con...
November 6, 2025 at 7:36 PM
The GEN is at the event at #MinamataCOP6 delving into the experience of #Mexico in transitioning to #mercury-free chlor-alkali production.
November 6, 2025 at 6:54 PM
The GEN is at the @gvagrad.bsky.social for a #MinamataCOP6 Special Event, "Detoxifying Cosmetics and Beauty Ideals: Where policy meets art", putting forward a powerful vision for ending mercury and colorism-fueled cosmetics. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

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November 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The GEN is at #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab, organized by
@unep.org Chemicals & Health Branch & #ISPCWP, exploring the power of data to support integrated chemicals management, learn from mercury success stories, and discover ideas in science-policy collaboration.
November 6, 2025 at 1:38 PM
The GEN is at #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Advancing Gender-Inclusive Solutions in #ASGM", presenting projects in Bolivia, Ghana and Tanzania as they share tools, strategies, and stories of partnering with women miners to improve opportunities and working conditions.
November 6, 2025 at 1:35 PM
The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab highlighting the importance of fostering the integration of chemicals pollution into #NBSAPs, as panelists share the latest tools and countries’ perspectives.

🟡 minamataconvention.org/en/meetings/...
November 6, 2025 at 1:32 PM
6 November is the Int'l Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the #Environment in War & Armed Conflicts, reiterating that peace & the health of our planet are intertwined. #EnvConflictDay

Learn how #GENeva helps ensure action on environment is part of ensuring peace ➡️ tiny.cc/GENEnvConflict
November 6, 2025 at 10:57 AM
It's Day 4⃣ at #MinamataCOP6!

After key decisions were agreed upon yesterday, parties will continue advancing work for the consideration of outcomes of contact groups, and the adoption of remaining decisions.

@minamataconvention.bsky.social @enb.iisd.org

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November 6, 2025 at 8:28 AM
In the lead up to the first Int'l Conference of the Global Framework on Chemicals, this high-level exchange at Palais des Nations gathers governments, philanthropies, industry leaders & int'l organizations to discuss advancing the goals of #GFC by investing through impact.
November 5, 2025 at 4:06 PM
The GEN is at #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab "Detoxifying Cosmetics and Beauty Ideals", bringing global voices and solutions to reduce demand for mercury and skin lightening.

▶️ minamataconvention.org/en/meetings/...
November 5, 2025 at 2:19 PM
#Live now!

Launching the Women’s Caucus for @minamataconvention.bsky.social, this #MinamataCOP6 special event celebrates a historic step to ensure women’s experiences, expertise & leadership shape mercury & chemicals governance.

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📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2Rr...
November 5, 2025 at 12:27 PM
A full house at the #EnvironmentHouse, as @unep.org Deputy Exec. Director Elizabeth Mrema met the staff of MEAs and UNEP units and branches in #GENeva.
November 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM
It's Day 3⃣ at #MinamataCOP6!

With a full day ahead, delegates are expected to consider contact groups outcomes and continue advancing on agenda items, incl. matters for consideration or action by the COP & int'l cooperation & coordination. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

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November 5, 2025 at 8:23 AM
#Live now!

Join this #MinamataCOP6 Knowledge Lab focusing on #HumanRights of groups in vulnerable situations, the health impacts of mercury, and strategies for prevention & guidance to strengthen health systems.

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November 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
The GEN is at the #MinamataCOP6 Special Event of
@planetgold.org on lessons learned & best practices from the cross-programmatic assessment of its first phase, as it addresses mercury pollution in #ASGM. @minamataconvention.bsky.social

▶️ planetgold.org/planetgold-p...
November 4, 2025 at 12:29 PM
On Day 2⃣ of #IGFAGM 2025, the GEN is at the plenary session, "Standards and Producing Countries: From impact to agency", which will address real-world impacts of standards on national governance, regulatory alignment & development priorities.

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November 4, 2025 at 9:26 AM
On Day 2⃣ of #IGFAGM 2025, the GEN is at the plenary session, "Standards and Producing Countries: From impact to agency", which will address real-world impacts of standards on national governance, regulatory alignment & development priorities.

▶️ iisd.swoogo.com/igfagm/agenda
November 4, 2025 at 9:12 AM
It's Day 2⃣ at #MinamataCOP6!
 
Participants gather for regional meetings, as delegates delve into discussions on key items:
 
🟡 #ASGM
🟡 Mercury waste
🟡 Programme of work and budget
🟡 National reporting
🟡 Effectiveness evaluation
🟡 & more
 
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November 4, 2025 at 8:27 AM