Outcomes Document - First Face to Face Meeting of the Indigenous Knowledge and Local Knowledge Taskforce

Agenda Items Include: • Discuss the IK & LK methodological approach for GEO-7 (definitions, concepts, positionality, ethical concerns based on the IPBES methodological approach). • Discuss the approach for regional and sub-regional incorporation of IK & LK issues within GEO-7 • Discuss GEO-7 chapters to identify key areas for integration of IK & LK issues (following the zero • order draft review). • Identify any gaps in expertise of the IL & LK taskforce and identify additional authors (Contributing Authors) that may be needed. • Discuss the IK & LK evidence base and literature for GEO-7. • Discuss the IPLC dialogues, including the process of inviting them to IPLC dialogue meetings. • Discussion on how to conduct the call for indigenous knowledge. • Discuss process for the IK & LK Taskforce’s approval of the work plan for the coming years and the next steps.