The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification is the global voice for land. We champion healthy, productive and accessible land for all #UNited4Land

Core values

- The UNCCD efforts aim to mitigate land degradation, which is estimated to cost the global economy USD 23 trillion by 2050. Addressing this issue can prevent substantial economic losses, equivalent to 9% of the GDP for the 21 countries profiled, and even higher for some of the worst-affected countries[1][4].
- The initiatives focus on achieving Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN), which includes restoring degraded land, improving livelihoods, creating decent jobs, and supporting sustainable production and consumption patterns. These actions directly improve quality of life and community well-being[4].
- The UNCCD's work aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 15 (Life on Land), and contributes to broader goals such as reducing poverty, ensuring food security, and promoting climate action[4].