Tag: Telecoupling

Date: 16 April 2025 Time: 10:00 – 12:00 (SAST) Platform: Online (Zoom/Webinar Platform)

Agenda

10:00 – 10:10: Welcome and Introduction

• Speaker: Mr Clifford Lesiba Legodi, COO of SayPro
  • Introduction to the concept of telecoupling and its relevance to land management.
  • Overview of the webinar schedule and objectives.

10:10 – 10:30: Presentation 1: Understanding Telecoupling and Its Applications

• Speaker: Jeffrey Olokile Motapina, SayPro Academy
  • Summary: Introduction to the concept of telecoupling and its significance in understanding global land use changes and their impacts. Examples of how telecoupling has been applied in various case studies.

10:30 – 10:50: Presentation 2: Telecoupling Frameworks for Sustainable Land Management

• Speakers: Prof A Maiwashe -Tagwi, South African University of Agriculture in Pretoria
  • Summary: Discussion on the development of telecoupling frameworks for studying human-environment interactions. Presentation of case studies and how these frameworks can improve land management practices.

10:50 – 11:10: Presentation 3: Assessing Biodiversity through Telecoupling

• Speaker: Prof. Ntanganedzeni Olivia Mapholi, South African University of Agriculture in Pretoria
  • Summary: Examination of methods for assessing biodiversity using the telecoupling approach. Addressing challenges and opportunities in biodiversity assessment and conservation.

11:10 – 11:30: Case Studies: Real-World Applications of Telecoupling

• Speaker: Dr. David Mark Richardson, Ecologist
  • Summary: Presentation of real-world case studies where telecoupling has been applied to land management. Discussion on the outcomes and lessons learned from these applications.

11:30 – 11:50: Q&A Session

• Open floor for participants to ask questions and engage with the speakers. This interactive session aims to clarify concepts and discuss practical applications of telecoupling in land management.

11:50 – 12:00: Closing Remarks

• Speaker: Mr Neftaly Malatjie, CEO of SayPro
  • Summary of key insights and takeaways from the webinar.
  • Next steps and action items for participants.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding Telecoupling: The concept of telecoupling and its significance in understanding global land use changes.
• Framework Development: Creating frameworks to study human-environment interactions and improve land management practices.
• Biodiversity Assessment: Methods for assessing biodiversity using the telecoupling approach.
• Case Studies: Real-world applications of telecoupling in land management and the outcomes of these efforts.
• Policy Implications: How telecoupling research can inform policy-making and lead to more sustainable land management practices.

Speakers’ Background:

• Professor Mark New: An expert in land system science with a focus on the telecoupling framework and its application in analyzing global land use changes.
• Prof. Anusha Rajkaran: A renowned biologist specializing in biodiversity assessment and conservation.
• Professor Christo Fabricius: A researcher with expertise in developing frameworks for studying human-environment interactions.
• Michael E. Meadows: A researcher focusing on applying telecoupling frameworks to real-world case studies.
• Dr Dave Balfour: An ecologist with experience in applying telecoupling to land management and conservation efforts.

Objectives:

1. Promote Dialogue: Foster mutual understanding between scientists, policy-makers, and stakeholders.
2. Share Knowledge: Present cutting-edge research and innovative solutions for land management challenges.
3. Develop Strategies: Collaborate on creating actionable strategies for sustainable land management.
4. Networking: Provide a platform for networking and building partnerships among participants.

Contact Information:

For More Information and Registration:

• Email: events@saypro.org
• Phone: +27 (0)21 123 4567
• Website: www.saypro.org/webinars

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