COP 16 was a truly unforgettable moment for FUNDAEC — a global stage where we could share our decades of learning on biodiversity and sustainable development. Over the course of two weeks, our team engaged in vital conversations on conservation, ecological restoration, and education, while welcoming hundreds of visitors to our stand in the vibrant Pacific, Biodiverse, and Cultural district. Each encounter became an opportunity to reflect together on humanity’s shared responsibility to care for the planet and reimagine our relationship with nature.

Native Forest Project
In the Blue Zone, FUNDAEC highlighted the Native Forest Project, developed in close collaboration with the Bahá’í Community of Colombia. This initiative stands as a living example of what it means to restore balance between human communities and their ecosystems. By reviving native species and regenerating degraded landscapes, the project not only conserves biodiversity but also nurtures a spirit of collective stewardship. Its recognition in the international report United for Nature, prepared by Faiths for Biodiversity, affirmed its contribution to the global discourse on faith, ecology, and regenerative practices.

Launch of Weavers of Unity
On October 25, in the midst of COP16, FUNDAEC celebrated a historic milestone: the launch of the book Weavers of Unity, marking our 50th anniversary. The volume gathers five decades of insights, innovations, and stories from communities that have embraced education as a path toward transformation. The timing of this launch — alongside the world’s most important gathering on biodiversity — was deeply symbolic. It allowed close collaborators and friends, already present for COP16, to join us in honoring a journey that continues to inspire individuals and communities to see themselves as protagonists of both ecological and social renewal.