Almost nine years after the #MinamataConvention entered into force, we highlight how national reporting continues to provide insights into Parties' efforts to tackle #mercury pollution around the world. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/nati...

As the #MinamataConvention nears its 9th anniversary, the Specific International Programme (SIP) keeps building Parties’ capacities. Projects in North Macedonia, Cuba, and Senegal, Burkina Faso & Togo show the progress to #MakeMercuryHistory. Read more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/nine...

On International #YouthDay, the #MinamataConvention highlights initiatives showing how young people, in different contexts but with common aspirations, are helping #MakeMercuryHistory through education, community engagement & international dialogue. Read here: minamataconvention.org/en/news/yout...

🗓️ Save the dates for the second phase of the #MinamataOnline 2026 webinar series Ahead of the #MinamataConvention 9th anniversary, the Secretariat announces a new series of webinars to be held from September to December. Check the list & register now: bit.ly/MINAMATAONLINE

To mark the International Day of World's #IndigenousPeoples, we highlight the value of their knowledge, community perspectives & experience, in advancing solutions that benefit communities, ecosystems & future generations to #MakeMercuryHistory. Read here: minamataconvention.org/en/news/stre...

At the @thegef.bsky.social Chemicals and Waste Task Force Retreat "Strategic Planning for #GEF9 Implementation", the Secretariat highlighted that GEF-9 represents a critical opportunity to support timely implementation of the #MinamataConvention. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/mina...

Interest in large-scale mangrove restoration is growing, but success depends on aligning all stakeholders—NGOs, govts, scientists, & communities—around science-based, inclusive approaches. #GenerationRestoration guidelines by @globalmangroves.bsky.social: www.decadeonrestoration.org/publications...

UNEP regularly publishes the latest scientific reports on various environmental issues to advance solutions for a sustainable planet. Whether you’re an academic, policymaker, or just interested in the facts, you can access the publications here: https://unep.org/publications-data

By participating in expos & visiting #mercuryfree mine sites in Peru, Bolivian miners & gov officials are learning lessons about responsible small-scale gold mining practices they can apply back home. This knowledge exchange aims to build momentum to #MakeMercuryHistory 👏 youtu.be/GBUKN4JTxO0?...

Building momentum for mercury-free mining in Bolivia and Peru

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Complete a new global survey to inform the development of the #MinamataConvention Exchange Platform. The survey aims to understand users' needs & expectations for this platform focused on information on #mercury, & is available in English, French & Spanish. 📝 bit.ly/SurveyExchan...

Read our July newsletter to know more about the #MinamataConvention Secretariat's digital transformation initiatives, the Specific International Programme's roundtable bringing together teams from fourth-round projects, and more. 👉 www.linkedin.com/pulse/minama...

Minamata Convention contributes to the first Global Dialogue on AI Governance

Taking place in Geneva on 6–7 July, the first Global Dialogue on AI Governance discussed how artificial intelligence can be governed in ways that are safe, inclusive and beneficial for all. The Secret...

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During the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of the #IndigenousPeoples (EMRIP) annual session (a subsidiary body of the UN Human Rights Council), representatives met with Exec Sec Monika Stankiewicz to build on growing engagement on #mercury issues. Read here: minamataconvention.org/en/news/cont...

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat presented its Digital Strategy in the @un.org AI Dialogue Partnerships Hub, part of the first Global Dialogue on #AI #Governance taking place in Geneva on 6–7 July, and shared a written submission. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/mina...

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat attended the 1st meeting of the Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme covering #mercury monitoring. Held in Shanghai by the Basel & Stockholm Convention Regional Centre in China, & funded by @thegef.bsky.social. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/firs...

At the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Indigenous Fellows Programme in Geneva, the #MinamataConvention Secretariat met with Indigenous leaders to explore how to participate in the Convention's implementation & #MakeMercuryHistory. Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/indi...

📣 Welcome to the #MinamataConvention family! On 24 September 2026, Trinidad and Tobago will officially become the 154th Party to the Minamata Convention, a key step in joining the global efforts to #MakeMercuryHistory. How to become a Party ➡️ bit.ly/BecomingParty

Sharing how @minamataconvention.bsky.social engages with the #SciencePolicy interface #ISPCWP, Alexander Romanov highlights: 🟡 MC observer status in the panel 🟡 Development of assessments 🟡 Technical work on mercury waste & collaboration with other bodies to set mercury waste thresholds.

#Live now! At #BaselConvention #OEWG15, the side event "Strengthening the #SciencePolicy Interface on Waste through International Collaboration" explores how the panel can enhance the implementation of #BaselConvention. ▶️ tiny.cc/ISP-CWP23Jun... 📺 youtube.com/live/6jD22fd...

The #MinamataConvention Secretariat convened the first online roundtable for implementing partners of fourth-round projects approved by the Specific International Programme to support Capacity Building and Technical Assistance (SIP). Learn more: minamataconvention.org/en/news/sip-...

Great news: @unep.org & @thegef.bsky.social have kicked off the US$23.5 million Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP), a global initiative to strengthen monitoring of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and #mercury. Learn more: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...

UNEP and GEF kick off global initiative to strengthen monitoring of toxic chemicals and mercury

The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) have officially kicked off a US$ 23.5 million Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP). The initiative is designed to ...

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On the occasion of the #MinamataOnline session held this week in preparation for #MinamataCOP7, Marie-Claire Lhenry, COP-7 President (France), visited the offices of the #MinamataConvention Secretariat. Webinar presentations & video recording: minamataconvention.org/en/events/up...

🔜 #MinamataOnline session on: upcoming deadlines and events in preparation for #MinamataCOP7 Today Tuesday 16 June (13h00-14h00 CEST) 📍 Join the #WebEx webinar: bit.ly/MO16JUN26 📺 Or watch on #YouTubeLive: youtube.com/live/Bd_GeiS...

Providing an overview of @minamataconvention.bsky.social decisions on phase-out of mercury-added cosmetics, Eisaku Toda reminds all: deadline for parties to submit info on challenges in implementing obligations regarding mercury-added cosmetics is 30 June. 📄 minamataconvention.org/sites/defaul...

The GEN is at 6th meeting of Eliminating Mercury Skin Lightening Products project stakeholder group, sharing updates & connecting the project with global stakeholders & actions across the cosmetics sector. @thegef.bsky.social @minamataconvention.bsky.social ▶️ www.unep.org/globalmercur...

Next week: @unep.org GMP webinar "Sixth meeting of the Eliminating Mercury Skin Lightening Products project stakeholder group". Elimination of #mercury in cosmetics is a key agenda item for #MinamataCOP7 next year. 🗓️ 15 June (14:30-15:30 CET) ➡️ Register: www.unep.org/globalmercur...

Big thanks to the Effectiveness Evaluation Group and its co-chairs Kateřina Šebková & Linroy Christian for their continued work & commitment at their ninth meeting (10-11 June). The outcome of the first #MinamataConvention evaluation will be considered at #MinamataCOP7 in 2027.

Next week: #MinamataOnline on "Upcoming deadlines and events in preparation for #MinamataCOP7" Opening remarks by Marie-Claire Lhenry, President of COP-7 (France), and Executive Secretary Monika Stankiewicz. 🗓️ Tuesday 16 June (13h00-14h00 CEST) ➡️ bit.ly/MO16JUN26

On #WorldOceansDay, to #reimagine our relationship with the ocean is to move from isolated efforts to aligned action. Learn more about #mercury releases, their impact on ocean health & how we can work together: minamataconvention.org/en/resources... w/ @unep.org @unoceandecade.bsky.social

In our June newsletter: the Secretariat’s participation in the @thegef.bsky.social's #GEFAssembly2026 & #GEFcouncil71, our #MinamataOnline session in preparation for #MinamataCOP7, & meetings on environmental financing & #mercury trafficking cooperation. Read here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/gef-as...

Landmark decisions from #GEFCouncil71: $232.5 million approved for new projects and programs, and the $3.9 billion #GEF9 replenishment endorsed to support action through 2030. www.thegef.org/newsroom/pre... #GEFassembly2026