First STI Conclave on “Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Livelihoods”

Source- This post on the First STI Conclave on “Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Livelihoods” has been created based on the article “First STI Conclave on “Traditional Knowledge for Sustainable Livelihoods” organised jointly by ISTIC-UNESCO and CSIR” published in “PIB” on 31 July 2024.

1. The International Science, Technology, and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation (ISTIC) under UNESCO, along with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), including its Traditional Knowledge Digital Library Unit (CSIR-TKDL Unit) and the CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT).

2. Focus Areas: The Conclave covers diverse topics including biodiversity, traditional cultural expressions, integrative health and research, national and international policies on traditional knowledge (TK), intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and related issues and South-South Cooperation

3. Goals of the Conclave: Its primary objective is to enhance understanding and build skills in:

i)  Digitizing and preserving traditional knowledge

ii)  Intellectual Property and people’s rights

4. The Conclave provides a platform for participants from countries like Indonesia, Philippines, Nepal, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Malaysia, and India to share challenges and best practices related to traditional knowledge.

5. It emphasizes the need for collaborative learning and expanding partnerships to tackle regional development challenges through sustainable practices based on local knowledge.

About ISTIC-UNESCO

1. ISTIC is a UNESCO Category 2 Centre, hosted by the Malaysian Government since 2008. It serves as an international platform for sustainable programs and services to support South-South Cooperation.

2. Mission To be a leading platform for sustainable development and institutional excellence in South-South Cooperation.

3. Vision: To be a global leader in science, technology, and innovation (STI) and contribute to the socio-economic development of developing countries.

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